Parkgate House School
URN: 101091 • London SW4 9SD
Overview
- Name
- Parkgate House School
- URN
- 101091
- Type
- Other independent school
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- Private
- Yes
- Ofsted rating
- Outstanding
- Ranking score
- 66.6 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Malcolm McKinlay (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 02073502452
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- 80 Clapham Common, London SW4 9SD
Summary
Parkgate House School is an independent co-educational prep school and nursery located in Clapham, London, catering to children aged 2½ to 11. With a current enrolment of 152 pupils and a capacity for 230, the school prides itself on providing a nurturing and supportive environment where each child is known and valued. The school has received an "Outstanding" rating from Ofsted in all categories, reflecting its commitment to high educational standards and effective pastoral care.
The curriculum at Parkgate is designed to be dynamic and engaging, incorporating specialist teachers and a variety of extracurricular activities that foster both academic and personal growth. The school emphasizes a balanced approach to learning, encouraging children to develop confidence and creativity while preparing them for successful transitions to leading senior schools.
Community engagement is a key aspect of Parkgate House School, with strong relationships between parents, staff, and students. The approachable leadership, including the Headmaster, Mr. Mckinlay, fosters open communication and collaboration, ensuring that parents feel involved and informed about their children's education.
The curriculum at Parkgate is designed to be dynamic and engaging, incorporating specialist teachers and a variety of extracurricular activities that foster both academic and personal growth. The school emphasizes a balanced approach to learning, encouraging children to develop confidence and creativity while preparing them for successful transitions to leading senior schools.
Community engagement is a key aspect of Parkgate House School, with strong relationships between parents, staff, and students. The approachable leadership, including the Headmaster, Mr. Mckinlay, fosters open communication and collaboration, ensuring that parents feel involved and informed about their children's education.
Useful links
- Preparation for Senior Schools (sen)
- SEND & EAL (sen)
- Nursery (other)
- Our Aims and Vision (other)
- Our Story (other)
- Pre-Prep (other)
- Prep (other)
- Reception (other)
- Policies (other)
- Term Dates (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Azhar Academy Girls School (75.2)
- Spa School (73.2)
- Harris Aspire Academy (72.7)
- Hawkswood Primary PRU (72.7)
- The Pears Family School (72.7)
Key details
- LA
- Wandsworth
- Age range
- 2 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 230
- Pupils
- 152
- Boys
- 77
- Girls
- 75
- FSM %
- Open date
- 1994-11-07
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2022-03-03
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 152 | 77 | 75 | 230 | |
| 2024-09-11 | 142 | 73 | 69 | 230 | |
| 2023-09-11 | 151 | 66 | 85 | 230 | 0.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 151 | 66 | 85 | 230 | 0.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 166 | 86 | 80 | 230 | 0.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 179 | 85 | 94 | 230 | 0.00 |
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