Harrow School
URN: 102245 • Harrow-on-the-Hill HA1 3HP
Overview
- Name
- Harrow School
- URN
- 102245
- Type
- Other independent school
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Boys
- Religious
- Church of England
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- Yes
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
- Ranking score
- 47.7 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Alastair Land (since 2025) , Head Master
- Telephone
- 02088728000
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- 5 High Street, Harrow-on-the-Hill HA1 3HP
Summary
Harrow School, founded in 1572 under a Royal Charter from Queen Elizabeth I, is an independent boys' boarding school located on a 300-acre estate in Harrow-on-the-Hill, London. The school caters to boys aged 13-18 and has a current enrolment of 831 pupils, with a capacity of 837. Harrow is renowned for its strong traditions and values, which foster a sense of community and belonging among students, known as Harrovians.
The curriculum is designed to maximise the use of time throughout the day, allowing for a blend of academic lessons, sports, and extracurricular activities. The school emphasises the development of character and intellectual curiosity, preparing students for future success in diverse fields. Harrow's unique boarding environment encourages personal growth and camaraderie, enabling boys to express themselves freely and build lasting friendships.
Harrow School also boasts a rich history of notable alumni, including statesmen, writers, and influential figures across various sectors. The school maintains a global presence through its network of Harrow International Schools, fostering connections among students from diverse backgrounds and cultures.
The curriculum is designed to maximise the use of time throughout the day, allowing for a blend of academic lessons, sports, and extracurricular activities. The school emphasises the development of character and intellectual curiosity, preparing students for future success in diverse fields. Harrow's unique boarding environment encourages personal growth and camaraderie, enabling boys to express themselves freely and build lasting friendships.
Harrow School also boasts a rich history of notable alumni, including statesmen, writers, and influential figures across various sectors. The school maintains a global presence through its network of Harrow International Schools, fostering connections among students from diverse backgrounds and cultures.
Useful links
- Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) Policy(opens in new window/tab) (sen)
- The Giants of Old (calendar)
- Link to Page (calendar)
- Sports Fixtures and Results(opens in new window/tab) (other)
- Boarding (other)
- Term Dates 2026-2027(opens in new window/tab) (other)
- PSHE Education Policy(opens in new window/tab) (other)
- Term Dates 2025-2026(opens in new window/tab) (other)
- Environmental Policy(opens in new window/tab) (other)
- Safeguarding Policy(opens in new window/tab) (other)
Nearby alternatives
- The John Lyon School (41.7)
Key details
- LA
- Harrow
- Age range
- 12 - 19
- Boarders
- Boarding school
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 837
- Pupils
- 831
- Boys
- 831
- Girls
- 0
- FSM %
- Open date
- 1910-01-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 831 | 831 | 0 | 837 | |
| 2024-09-11 | 832 | 832 | 0 | 837 | |
| 2023-09-11 | 835 | 835 | 0 | 837 | 0.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 835 | 835 | 0 | 837 | 0.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 833 | 833 | 0 | 837 | 0.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 828 | 828 | 0 | 831 | 0.00 |
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