Francis Holland School

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Primary schools

KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 40.0%
KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 30.0%
Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Secondary schools

Progress 8 score 40.0%
English & Maths grade 4+ % 30.0%
Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

All-through schools

Progress 8 score 25.0%
English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 20.0%
KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 15.0%
Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Secondary with Sixth Form schools

Progress 8 score 20.0%
English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
Continue in education or training 20.0%
Sustained employment 20.0%
Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Sixth Form Only schools

Continue in education or training 40.0%
Sustained employment 30.0%
Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Special schools

Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Alternative Provision schools

Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Independent schools

Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

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Contact Information

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Source: GIAS

Address: 39 Graham Terrace

London, SW1W8JF
Phone: 2077302971
Website: fhs-sw1.org.uk

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School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS

URN: 101161
Type: Other independent school
Phase: Independent
Address: 39 Graham Terrace, London, SW1W 8JF
Website: www.fhs-sw1.org.uk
Age range: 11-19
Gender: Girls
Religious character: Church of England
School status: Open
Capacity: 780 pupils
Setting: Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
Sixth Form: Yes
Nursery: No

School Performance Data

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Source: DfE

School Demographics

Total Pupils: 768

Calculated Fields

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Class Size Information

Average Class Size: 42 pupils; Large Classes
Pupils per Year Group: 85; Average across all year groups
Total School Size: 768 pupils; 11-19

Subjects This School Excels At

Subjects where students perform significantly above national average

Religious Studies (GCE A level)

★★★ ★★

(8 students)

Art & Design (Fine Art) (GCE A level)

★★ ★★★

(9 students)

Psychology (GCE A level)

★ ★★★★

(21 students)

Government & Politics (GCE A level)

★ ★★★★

(9 students)

Strong performance in 4 subjects

From the School Website

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Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

"Educating fearless girls since 1881"

Confidence Commitment Craftsmanship Communication Curiosity Collaboration Creativity Innovation Enterprise

Distinct Christian ethos with active chaplaincy; Reverend Lucinda van der Hart leads chaplaincy and church services, supports faith and inter-faith dialogue.

Head Teacher's Message

Head from January 2024, Mrs Alexandra Haydon, says it is a privilege to lead a school that offers an outstanding learning and cultural experience within an environment known for exceptional pastoral care and a strong sense of community.

Extracurriculars

Clubs

TEDx events Young Enterprise Company Programme Gains (Girls Are Investors) investment challenge Dragon’s Den style product pitches £10 challenge Earthshot project

Facilities

Old School House (Sixth Form space) Cornerstone (Pastoral area) School Library Dining hall for students Sixth Form eatery in Old School House Tuck shop

Curriculum Highlights

Wide range of A Level subjects including Economics, Politics, History of Art and Psychology EPQ (Extended Project Qualification) offered to Lower Sixth with many students completing an artefact as part of their project Enrichment Programme with electives such as forensic psychology, film making, a financial awareness course and a Speaker Programme A Level subjects list: Art, Craft & Design; Biology; Chemistry; Classical Civilisation; Computer Science; Drama and Theatre Studies; Economics; English Literature; Geography; History; History of Art; Latin; Mathematics; Further Mathematics; Modern Foreign Languages; Music; Physics; Politics; Psychology; Religious Studies (Philosophy and Ethics) Library resources including JSTOR and Massolit

Admissions Criteria

Open Events and admissions for entry at 4+, 11+, 12+/13+/14+, and 16+ (Sixth Form). Main entry points are 11+ (Year 7) and 16+ (Lower Sixth); occasional places in Years 8-10 (12+/13+/14+). Next 4+ Open Morning: 23 September 2025 (Prep). Open Morning for 11+ entry (for 2027): 13 March 2026. Open Events for 12+/13+/14+ entry in Autumn Term. Sixth Form Information Evening: 17 September 2025. Registrations deadlines: 4+ and 11+ (via Registrar). Closing date for 16+ registrations: 20 October 2025; Interviews: 20 November 2025; Offer: 1 December 2025; Acceptance deadline: 6 January 2026. Open Events must be booked via the Admissions Portal. London Fee Assistance Consortium member; Remission on a third of the fees for places offered to daughters of clergy; bursaries information available; Registrar contact for queries. Open Events and Prospectuses (Sixth Form Prospectus) available.

Financial Information

Scholarships: Available Bursaries: Available

Fees below are applicable from 1 September 2025 and are inclusive of VAT. Termly school fees are inclusive of books, lunch and Personal Accident Insurance. Lunches are not subject to VAT. A deposit of £3,150 is required on acceptance of a place (not subject to VAT); £3,000 is refunded after a pupil has left and a deduction of £150 for the Francis Holland Old Girls’ Life Subscription. Fees are based on annual operating costs and are payable by direct debit. A full term’s notice of withdrawal must be given in writing; Withdrawal Without Due Notice fee is a full term’s fees.