Francis Holland Preparatory School

Partner school

15 Manresa Road, Greater London, SW3 6NB

Key facts

Mrs Suzy Dixon Headteacher

Girls Gender

253 Total Pupils

Town Location

Day Type

4 - 12 Age Range

Mainstream Mainstream/Special

Church of England Religious Ethos

About Francis Holland Preparatory School

Francis Holland Prep provides a warm environment where pupils thrive on exciting, rigorous and ambitious learning from inspiring teachers, within a unique community that fosters an awareness of others’ needs and a desire to make a difference. Girls are encouraged to be brave and have a go, no matter how great the challenges before them. They learn to debate with gusto, solve problems creatively and reflect on the world around them with empathy. Our location, in the heart of Chelsea, offers impressive facilities and enables regular trips to London’s museums, galleries and theatres. We have achieved outstanding national award recognition, including winning The Week’s Best City Prep and Best Pastoral Care awards as well as Muddy Stilettos' Dynamic Performing Arts award, and have an excellent reputation for 11+ exam success.

Pupil information

Roll size, gender split and SEN provision.

Total Pupils

253 pupils

The total number of pupils enrolled at the school.

Girls

253 / 100.00%

With SEN Support

30 / 11.86%

With SEN EHCP

0 / 0.00%

Fees per term

Indicative termly fees including VAT where shown.

Day Fees

£10,122 – £10,995 (inc. VAT)

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Francis Holland Preparatory School, London, Greater London, SW3 6NB

School bus

Dedicated school bus routes are available.

There is a daily minibus service which runs between Francis Holland Sloane Square and Francis Holland Prep at various times around drop off, pick up and club finishing times.

Academic subjects

Core and specialist subjects offered at Francis Holland Preparatory School.

Core subjects

Art & Design

Biology

Chemistry

English Language

English Literature

French

Geography

History

Mathematics

Physics

Religious Studies

Spanish

Specialist subjects

Music

Facilities

Sports, arts and support facilities at Francis Holland Preparatory School.

SEND Support

Popular leavers’ destinations

Senior schools and universities leavers commonly progress to

Whether parents are looking at either of our two Francis Holland senior schools (Francis Holland Sloane Square and Francis Holland Regent's Park), other leading London day schools or boarding, we provide an outstanding platform for entry. We work alongside our parents to ensure the transition to senior school is as seamless and stress free as possible. We expect many of our Prep pupils to join our senior school at Francis Holland Sloane Square in Year 7 and we offer a ‘no surprises’ approach in this regard. In Year 5, our Head and class teachers meet with each set of parents to discuss pupils’ progress and the various options they may be considering for senior school. Support for this process continues throughout Years 5 and 6.

Awards and recognition

Recent accolades and shortlist placements for Francis Holland Preparatory School.

WINNER

MUDDY STILETTOS BEST SCHOOL AWARDS

2025

SHORTLIST

INDEPENDENT SCHOOLS OF THE YEAR

2025

FINALIST

TATLER SCHOOLS AWARDS

2025

Mobile phone policy

Approach to mobile phone use at Francis Holland Preparatory School.

We are a phone-free environment and technology is only used when genuinely beneficial to teaching and learning.

Inspection report

Read the latest report from the Independent Schools Inspectorate (ISI).

Inspected by ISI. Independent schools in England are regulated through statutory inspection.

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Frequently asked questions about Francis Holland Preparatory School

What type of school is Francis Holland Preparatory School?

Francis Holland Preparatory School is a girls' independent mainstream school for pupils aged 4 to 12, located in Greater London. The school offers education from Pre-Prep through to Prep.

How do I apply to Francis Holland Preparatory School?

The admissions process usually starts well in advance of entry and may involve assessments and interviews. The school admissions timeline guide outlines key stages and deadlines.
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What are the fees at Francis Holland Preparatory School?

Fees at Francis Holland Preparatory School are approximately £10,122–£10,995 per term, depending on the year group and whether pupils board. Families can learn more about UK private school fees and what is typically included.
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Is Francis Holland Preparatory School a day or boarding school?

Francis Holland Preparatory School is a day school.

Is Francis Holland Preparatory School a single-sex or co-educational school?

The school provides single-sex education for its pupils.