7 plus School Guide

Which are the best Prep schools in London?

London is home to an incredible variety of outstanding prep schools, but as a parent, you might find the sheer number of options a bit overwhelming. With so many factors to weigh—academics, extracurricular offerings, location, values, and future destinations—it’s natural to feel unsure about where to start.

Whether you’re seeking a local option, a single-sex or co-educational environment, a school with a strong academic reputation, or one known for its outstanding sports programmes, we’ll work with you to identify the right fit. It’s also worth noting that opting for entry at 7+ can help your child bypass the demands of the 11+ process, offering a smoother journey through their early education.

Every family’s priorities are unique, which means everyone’s list of top schools will look a little different. That said, we’ve put together a selection of prep schools we believe, for a variety of reasons, consistently stand out.

• Alleyn’s – www.alleyns.org.uk
• Bute House Preparatory School for Girls – www.butehouse.co.uk
• Broomwood – www.broomwood.com
• Dulwich Prep – www.dulwichpreplondon.org
• Eaton House The Manor – eatonhouseschools.com
• Finton House – www.fintonhouse.org.uk
• Hornsby House – www.hornsbyhouse.org.uk
• James Allen’s Preparatory School (JAPS) – www.jags.org.uk
• Kings College School – www.kcs.org.uk
• Newton Prep – www.newtonprepschool.co.uk
• St Paul’s Juniors – stpaulsschool.org.uk
• Thomas’s London Day Schools – www.thomas-s.co.uk