The John Lyon School
The John Lyon School offers a broad education to pupils who aspire to achieve excellence in all they do.
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Our take
Independent co-ed all-through school in Harrow for ages 3–18. Selective entry.
- Families wanting one school across the whole journey (ages 3–18) rather than separate prep + senior.
- Families who prefer a co-educational setting over single-sex.
- 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.
About the head
“Honour. Heritage. Heart.”
Activities & co-curricular
sport
music
drama
academic club
service
other
Facilities
sports
arts
academic
wellbeing
Latest exam results
Where leavers go
| 2024 | |
|---|---|
| Cohort | 46 |
| Oxbridge | 2 |
| Russell Group | 10 |
| US Ivy | 0 |
| Medicine | 3 |
Recent coverage
In 2026, The John Lyon School celebrated several notable achievements and events, including a successful Big Feed charity initiative that prepared 3,482 meals for families facing food poverty in London and a Swimathon that raised over £6,000 for charity. The school's VEX Robotics teams secured a double victory at a regional competition, earning a place in the national finals, while LAMDA pupils from Year 2 to Year 10 excelled in their examinations. Additionally, the school marked its first Cultural Day, showcasing the diverse heritage of its pupils, and Old Lyonian Jinesh Vohra gained investment on BBC's Dragons' Den.
Notable alumni
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| Year | Opens | Closes | Reply by | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-27 | 1 Sept 2025 | 31 Mar 2026 | TBC | Closed |
Open events
Private tours and additional visits available by arrangement — contact admissions to arrange.
Fees
Bursaries & Scholarships
House system
Wellbeing
Pupils experiencing emotional difficulties benefit from a range of emotional wellbeing support in school. Several members of the pastoral team are trained in youth mental health first aid and are trained to identify the signs in pupils which may indicate that they are experiencing emotional difficulty, and signpost accordingly to our counselling service. This is provided by a member of staff trained in mental health and fully qualified psychotherapists. We also have a Wellbeing Room, which acts as base for the wellness coaching and counselling support, but also as a support for pupils experiencing emotional distress, providing them with a space to drop into should they feel the need to reflect and tend to their emotional needs.
Inspection
Isi — 30 Jan 2024
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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Policies & documents
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Questions parents ask
Common questions about The John Lyon School, answered from this school’s structured profile data. Always confirm specifics with admissions before applying.
What kind of child is The John Lyon School best for?+
Independent co-ed all-through school in Harrow for ages 3–18. Selective entry.
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?+
email at admissions@johnlyon.org or phone on 020 8515 9443. 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 John Lyon School — see the "Schools like The John Lyon School" grid below. Most parents shortlist 4–6 schools before applying.
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