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Senior Schools in North London
North London is home to several highly regarded independent senior schools, attracting families seeking ambitious academic outcomes and strong post-16 progression. School Scout enables parents to compare leading senior institutions throughout the region, reviewing examination performance, Sixth Form pathways and residential provision where available.
Explore all private schools in North London, or compare schools across London.
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Why are these schools featured?
Schools can choose to promote their profiles through Featured School placements. Featured schools appear in this section in addition to their standard profile listing.
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Focus 1st Academy
London, Greater London, N11 1BA
Co-Ed
11–16
74
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Footsteps Trust
London, Greater London, N22 5QW
Co-Ed
12–16
38
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Freshsteps Independent school
Brimsdown, Greater London, EN3 7XH
Co-Ed
5–18
57
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Greek Secondary School of London
London, Greater London, N22 8LB
Co-Ed
12–18
21
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Frequently asked questions about private schools in North London
How many private schools are there in North London?
There are 24 independent schools across North London, including a mix of Senior.
Are there boarding schools in North London?
No, most independent schools in and around North London are day schools.
Families can compare boarding vs day schools to understand the differences.
https://schoolscout.uk/posts/boarding-vs-day-schools
Families can compare boarding vs day schools to understand the differences.
https://schoolscout.uk/posts/boarding-vs-day-schools
What age can children start private school in North London?
Most independent schools across North London accept pupils from age 3 or 4, with key entry points at 7+, 11+, 13+ and 16+.
See the UK private school admissions timeline to understand when to apply at each stage.
https://schoolscout.uk/posts/uk-private-school-admissions-timeline
See the UK private school admissions timeline to understand when to apply at each stage.
https://schoolscout.uk/posts/uk-private-school-admissions-timeline
How do I apply to private schools in North London?
Applications typically begin 1-2 years in advance and involve registration, assessments and interviews.
Families can follow the UK private school admissions timeline to understand entry points, key dates and the overall process.
https://schoolscout.uk/posts/uk-private-school-admissions-timeline
Families can follow the UK private school admissions timeline to understand entry points, key dates and the overall process.
https://schoolscout.uk/posts/uk-private-school-admissions-timeline
How many senior schools are there in North London?
There are 11 independent senior schools across North London, offering education for pupils aged 11-18.
What exams are required for senior school entry?
Many schools use the ISEB Pre-Test, interviews and school reports. Some may set their own entrance exams.
Families can refer to the UK private school admissions timeline to understand when these exams are taken.
https://schoolscout.uk/posts/uk-private-school-admissions-timeline
Families can refer to the UK private school admissions timeline to understand when these exams are taken.
https://schoolscout.uk/posts/uk-private-school-admissions-timeline