The Haberdashers' Boys' School
The Haberdashers' Boys' School is a leading independent day school for boys aged 4 to 18, offering a broad and balanced curriculum with excellent academic results and extensive co-curricular opportunities.
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Our take
Independent boys all-through school in Hertfordshire for ages 4–18. Selective entry, top-tier London fees.
- Families wanting one school across the whole journey (ages 4–18) rather than separate prep + senior.
- Parents who want a single-sex environment for their son.
- Children who can demonstrate strong academics at entry assessment — this is a selective school.
- Families comfortable with top-tier London independent fees in exchange for the level of provision.
- Fees sit at the top of the London market. Factor in extras (uniform, trips, lunches, music tuition) before committing.
- Selective entry — assume some form of assessment at the relevant entry point. Plan tutoring or familiarisation early if needed.
- SEND provision isn't documented in our profile. If your child has an EHCP or specific learning needs, ask admissions about case-by-case capacity before applying.
- Single-sex (boys). Comfortable for some children, less so for others — worth a visit on a normal teaching day rather than only an open-day showcase.
About the head
The Haberdashers' Boys' School aims to nurture every boy's individual potential in a supportive environment, fostering academic excellence, creativity, resilience and responsible citizenship.
Distinctive features
single-sex boys' education
shared co-educational campus with Habs Girls
extensive co-curricular offer
100-acre campus
Activities & co-curricular
sport
music
drama
academic club
service
other
Facilities
sports
arts
academic
Latest exam results
Where leavers go
| 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cohort | 160 | 120 | 120 | 120 | 120 |
| Oxbridge | 15 | 16 | 17 | 12 | 15 |
| Russell Group | 80 | 80 | 80 | 80 | 80 |
| US Ivy | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Medicine | — | — | — | — | 26 |
Recent coverage
The Haberdashers' Boys' School is undergoing a significant transition as part of an ambitious ten-year strategic plan to unite with Haberdashers' Girls' School on a co-educational campus, maintaining single-sex education while sharing a 100-acre site and a unified vision. In 2026, the school achieved notable success with its Debating teams, VEX robotics teams, including the first joint VEX robotics team, and the Habs CyberSquad excelling at the Vex Worlds 2026 competition. The school was also named Independent School of the Year 2025 for Outstanding Educational Partnerships, reflecting its commitment to innovative and impactful education.
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Wellbeing
The school provides pastoral care through a robust system including houses, counselling, and mental health support to ensure pupil welfare and wellbeing across all years.
Inspection
Isi — 11 Feb 2025
One inspection report on file. Worth reading before booking a visit — covers safeguarding, leadership and overall standard.
Term dates 2025-26
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Questions parents ask
Common questions about The Haberdashers' Boys' School, answered from this school’s structured profile data. Always confirm specifics with admissions before applying.
What kind of child is The Haberdashers' Boys' School best for?+
Independent boys all-through school in Hertfordshire for ages 4–18. Selective entry, top-tier London fees.
How does admissions work?+
Admissions are selective — expect an entrance assessment at the relevant entry point. Plan tutoring or familiarisation early. See the admissions timeline above for confirmed dates.
Are fees published?+
Yes — see the Fees table further down the page. Add extras (uniform, trips, lunches, music tuition, registration fees) on top of the base figure before budgeting.
Does the school support SEND?+
Some SEND provision is documented in our profile, but specific conditions supported aren't itemised. Contact admissions for details before applying.
Are there open days?+
2 upcoming open days or tours — see the admissions timeline. Booking is usually required.
How do I contact admissions?+
phone on +44 20 8953 1200 or the registrars listed in the contact card. Reference your child's age and intended entry year in the first message.
What similar schools should I compare?+
We've ranked 6 schools by semantic similarity to The Haberdashers' Boys' School — see the "Schools like The Haberdashers' Boys' School" grid below. Most parents shortlist 4–6 schools before applying.
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