London Scandinavian School

URN: 139973 • London N5 1RN

Overview

Name
London Scandinavian School
URN
139973
Type
Other independent school
Phase
Not applicable
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
Private
Yes
Ofsted rating
n/a
Ranking score
38.4 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Katie Howard (since 2025) , Mr
Telephone
07933619674
Website
Visit
Address
3 Highbury Crescent, London N5 1RN

Summary

London Scandinavian School, located in Islington, London, is an independent mixed school catering to children from age two. With a current enrolment of 31 pupils and a capacity of 80, the school prides itself on its small class sizes and high teacher-to-student ratios, allowing for personalised attention and support. The school integrates the British National Curriculum with Scandinavian educational values, focusing on relationship-based assessments and interest-based learning.

The curriculum is designed to foster confidence and curiosity in students, emphasising experiential and collaborative learning. Early years education includes child-led creative play in Nursery, while Preschool and Reception classes bridge the transition to Primary education through structured activities interspersed with play. The Primary curriculum prioritises outdoor and active learning, with language lessons available in Danish, Swedish, and others based on demand.

The school community is described as inclusive and nurturing, welcoming families from diverse backgrounds. The ethos centres on cultivating kindness, empathy, and a lifelong love of learning, ensuring that each child's unique strengths and needs are recognised and supported.

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Key details

LA
Islington
Age range
2 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
80
Pupils
31
Boys
15
Girls
16
FSM %
Open date
2013-07-31
Close date
Last Ofsted
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 31 15 16 80
2024-09-11 37 21 16 80
2023-09-11 26 13 13 80 0.00
2022-09-11 26 13 13 80 0.00
2021-09-11 29 16 13 50 0.00
2020-09-11 38 21 17 50 0.00

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