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St James Nursery & Preparatory School

Independent school · London, W14 8SH
  • Primary/prep
  • Co-ed
  • Ages 2-11
  • From £24,612 pa
  • 160 pupils
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A kind and gentle place, which instils a love of learning and an unusual sense of calm in a turbulent world. Not for the super-competitive, but undoubtedly ‘the hidden gem’ many parents consider it.

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Overview & data

Pupil numbers
160 ·
Religion
None
Fees
£24,612pa
Local authority
London Borough of Hammersmith and Fulham
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Headteacher

Head

Hilary Wyatt

Since 2022, Hilary Wyatt, NPQH, BA, MA, PGCE. A teacher for over 30 years, Mrs Wyatt has worked in London prep schools for the past 15, seven as headteacher (most recently at the Lyceum, previously at Eaton Square and Durston House pre-prep). Since

Entrance

Entrance from two into nursery. Though the school is broadly non-selective, applicants for reception are assessed through play sessions; for year 1 and beyond, they spend a day with their prospective year group and take standardised tests in English

Open days
Open Mornings (9.00am-10.45am): Wednesday 12 March / Wednesday 14 May - Reception 2025 Taster Morning: Thursday 20 March (8.30am-10.00am) Open Morning 9.00am - 10.45am

Exit

Ninety per cent of girls proceed to the all-girls senior school in the same building. Boys have the option to transfer to the all-boys school, a 40-minute bus ride away in Surrey, but more boys than girls make a move at this stage. Those who have the

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Teaching & learning

15
Average class sizes

Learning support & SEN

2.2 %
Students with a SEN EHCP
21.6 %
Students with SEN support

Mobile phone policy

A clear mobile phone policy is a really important part of modern schooling. This school has provided us with their policy.

Mobile phone policy

Provided by the school and not part of our review

Pupils who walk to/from school are allowed to bring in their phones after agreement between parents and the school. The phones are handed in for safe keeping by the school office for the day.

Updated Jun 2024

Pupils

160
Number of pupils

Money matters

Means tested bursaries – of up to 100 per cent – are available.

Fee information
£24,612pa

Our view

The school was started in the 1970s by members of the School of Economic Science (also known as the School of Philosophy), a global organisation influenced by Advaita Vedanta, an ancient philosophical system. Now distanced from the SES, St James

The last word

A kind and gentle place, which instils a love of learning and an unusual sense of calm in a turbulent world. Not for the super-competitive, but undoubtedly ‘the hidden gem’ many parents consider it.

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What the school says

Peace of mind. This is a message that goes straight to the heart of who we are and what we deliver as a school. For our pupils, peace of mind comes from being in an environment where their ideas and thinking are not only celebrated, but matter. Where they understand their own definition of success. Where creativity, academic success and spiritual well-being walk hand-in-hand. For parents, peace of mind is knowing that their child is in a vibrant atmosphere of inclusivity and focus. That they will be encouraged to be confident, 360 degree thinkers, ready to meet life’s challenges.

Contact the school

Address

Earsby Street
London
W14 8SH
Get directions

Telephone: 020 7348 1777

Email: [email protected]

Website: https://www.stjamesschools.co.uk/prepschool/

Local authority: London Borough of Hammersmith and Fulham

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School data & information St James Nursery & Preparatory School Earsby Street, London, W14 8SH
160 Pupil numbers
83/107 Pupil numbers boy/girls split
15 Average class sizes

Mobile phone policy

Provided by the school and not part of our review

Pupils who walk to/from school are allowed to bring in their phones after agreement between parents and the school. The phones are handed in for safe keeping by the school office for the day.

Updated Jun 2024

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Entry and exit data

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SEN overview

St James Nursery & Preparatory School is a mainstream school. The school may provide support for students with special educational needs as detailed below. If you require more information on conditions the school can support, we encourage you to contact the school directly.

SEN statement

Provided by the school and not part of our review

The learning support department at St James is led by the SENDCo and supported by staff members and professionals who work to remove the barriers to learning. We understand the importance of providing an inclusive education. This includes pupils with English as an additional language and those with health needs. At St James, we know that every pupil is unique. Because every pupil learns in different ways, we aim to maximise the educational achievement and personal wellbeing of all pupils. The SEND policy and its implementation is underpinned by the special educational needs and disability code of practice. Pupils identified as having a specific need are supported with their learning; reasonable adjustments are made to enable them to have access to the curriculum. We also welcome advice and guidance from external professionals to inform our teaching. We work collaboratively with pupils, teachers and parents to develop and implement strategies that facilitate their learning through an understanding of neurodiversity. Staff are also kept up to date with current research, to provide best practice for all children as they get the results they deserve.

Updated Jun 2025
2.2 %
Students with a SEN EHCP UK mainstream school avg. 3%
21.6 %
Students with SEN support UK mainstream school avg. 14.1%

SEN conditons supported

Schools report the conditions they might be able to support. Please note, this may not be a complete list. Find out more.

Conditions (Might cover/be referred to as) Provision
ASD - Autistic Spectrum Disorder Aspergers, Autism, High functioning autism, Neurodivergent, Neurodiversity, Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA), Social skills Yes
HI - Hearing Impairment Yes
MLD - Moderate Learning Difficulty Learning needs Yes
MSI - Multi-Sensory Impairment Sensory processing Yes
OTH - Other Difficulty/Disability Downs Syndrome, Epilepsy, Genetic, Tics, Tourettes Yes
PD - Physical Disability Yes
PMLD - Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulty Complex needs, Global delay, Global developmental delay
SEMH - Social, Emotional and Mental Health Anxiety, Complex needs, Emotionally based school avoidance (EBSA), Mental Health Yes
SLCN - Speech, Language and Communication Selective mutism Yes
SLD - Severe Learning Difficulty Complex needs
SpLD - Specific Learning Difficulty Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Auditory processing, Developmental Co-ordination Difficulties (DCD), Dyscalculia, Dysgraphia, Dyslexia, Dyspraxia, Handwriting Yes
VI - Visual Impairment Special facilities for Visually Impaired Yes
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