Lady Eleanor Holles School
Founded 1710 — selective independent girls' day school on a 24-acre Hampton site, with a strong record in academics, rowing and music; a co-curricular partnership with neighbouring Hampton School.
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Our take
Independent girls' all-through day school in Hampton for ages 7–18. Selective, A-level focused, ISI Excellent (2025); co-curricular partnership with Hampton.
- Families wanting one school across the whole journey (ages 7–18) rather than separate prep + senior.
- Parents who want a single-sex environment for their daughter.
- Families who value a C of E ethos in school life.
- Children who can demonstrate strong academics at entry assessment — this is a selective school.
- Selective entry — assume some form of assessment at the relevant entry point. Plan tutoring or familiarisation early if needed.
- The C of E ethos shapes assemblies, holidays and pastoral life. Comfortable for committed families; worth thinking about for those of other or no faith.
- 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 (girls). 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
“Facing the Future Undaunted”
A place of curiosity and adventure, where enthusiastic and bright young minds are encouraged to be bold and undaunted in their thoughts, actions and dreams for the future.
Distinctive features
24-acre Hampton campus, exceptional for a London independent
Founded 1710
one of the oldest girls' schools in the country
Partnership with Hampton School delivering co-ed sixth-form lessons and societies
Nationally significant rowing programme with on-river facilities
Heather Hanbury's pioneering Failure Week pastoral concept (introduced 2012)
Around 30 pupils represent their country in sport
Activities & co-curricular
sport
music
drama
academic club
service
other
Facilities
sports
academic
Latest exam results
Where leavers go
| 2025 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|
| Cohort | 129 | 104 |
| Oxbridge | 12 | 2 |
| US Ivy | 0 | 0 |
Recent coverage
2025 university outcomes reported a 98% Russell Group offer rate and 100% offer rate for medicine/dentistry/veterinary applicants; Spring Spectacular concert held 24 April 2026.
Notable alumni
Open-day dates not yet published
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Check fit for my childApplication timeline
4 of 6 admissions stages have confirmed dates. Save this school to be notified when dates are published.
| Year | Opens | Closes | Reply by | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027-28 | 1 Apr 2026 | 3 Nov 2026 | 28 Feb 2027 | Tbc |
Open events
Private tours and additional visits available by arrangement — contact admissions to arrange.
Talks & tasters
| Wed, 1 Jul 2026 | Sixth Form Open Morning | Sixth Form Evening |
Fees
Bursaries & Scholarships
Excerpts
Mental health awareness is, ‘the biggest change in education’ according to the school which is proud to have been a founder member of The Coalition for Youth Mental Health in Schools which now comprises over 20 schools (across the independent and Mobile phone policy A clear...
House system
Wellbeing
Lady Eleanor Holles School fosters wellbeing through a house system, pastoral care, and peer mentoring. Activities include creative workshops, mental health awareness, and support from pastoral teams and tutors to nurture positive mental health and emotional growth.
Inspection
Isi — 1 Jun 2025
2 inspection reports on file.
- Isi · Routine Inspections29 Apr 2025
Term dates 2025-26
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Questions parents ask
Common questions about Lady Eleanor Holles School, answered from this school’s structured profile data. Always confirm specifics with admissions before applying.
What kind of child is Lady Eleanor Holles School best for?+
Independent girls' all-through day school in Hampton for ages 7–18. Selective, A-level focused, ISI Excellent (2025); co-curricular partnership with Hampton.
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?+
3 upcoming open days or tours — see the admissions timeline. Booking is usually required.
How do I contact admissions?+
email at admissions@lehs.org.uk or phone on +44 (0)20 8979 1601. 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 Lady Eleanor Holles School — see the "Schools like Lady Eleanor Holles School" grid below. Most parents shortlist 4–6 schools before applying.
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