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Glendower Prep School

Girls
Non-Denominational
Reception - Year 6 (Ages 4-11)
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Glendower Prep School is an independent day school for girls aged 3 to 11, situated in South Kensington. Established in 1895 by Edith Lloyd and Maud Cornwell, the school is housed in two interconnected Victorian terrace houses on Queen's Gate. Its ethos focuses on fostering academic curiosity and critical thinking, balanced with a strong emphasis on performing arts and competitive sport. While utilising local facilities such as Hyde Park and Imperial College for outdoor and aquatic activities, the school provides dedicated spaces for music. It aims to develop confident, capable, and socially aware young women.

Selectivity:
Academic
Admission is granted via assessments that vary by age. For entry into Reception at 4+, girls participate in group observation sessions where staff evaluate their social maturity, English language proficiency, and basic numeracy and literacy. Applicants for occasional places in other year groups are required to sit formal examinations in English, mathematics, and verbal and non-verbal reasoning, followed by a classroom visit.
Boarding:
Day Only

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Last updated on 11 March 2026 (not all data elements were necessarily updated on this date)

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Fees (Day Pupils)

Vs. National Average

+45.9%

Glendower Prep School's fees are 45.9% higher than the national average.

Vs. County Average

+24.5%

Glendower Prep School's fees are 24.5% higher than the county average.

Based on 99 schools in Greater London and 259 nationally.

Note: based on core termly fees including mandatory lunch and learning materials charges but excluding any discounts or other additional charges for extra-curriculars, registration, etc. Please check the schools' official websites for full fees and charges.

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Details

Demonym:Glendowerite
Founded:1895
Gender Mix:Girls only
School Size: Approx. 292 pupils
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Qualifications/Certifications Offered:
ABRSM
LAMDA
Common Entrance to Senior
Bursaries offered: Yes
Means-tested bursaries and hardship awards are available to students from Reception through Year 6. These grants are based on financial need and can cover up to the full cost of tuition and extras.
Other Facilities:
Music Studio
Library

Contact Information

Address

86/87, Queen's Gate, London, Greater London, SW7 5JX

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General Enquiries

020 7370 1927

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Company Details

Corporate Type:Company Limited by Guarantee (with Charitable Status)
Charitable Status:Charitable
Registered Charity No.:312717
Registered Company No.:00960831