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
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.
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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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
- 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
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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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