
St Hilda's School
“Caring, Curious and Confident”
St Hilda’s School, located in the heart of Harpenden, is an independent day school for girls aged 4 to 11, with a co-educational nursery from age two. Founded in 1891, the school is housed in a Victorian red-brick mansion and emphasises a nurturing, family-centred ethos. Facilities include a STEM lab, a sound-proofed performing arts studio, and a swimming pool. The curriculum balances academic subjects with creative arts and sport, aiming to prepare pupils for senior school entry while developing well-rounded, confident individuals.
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Last updated on 12 March 2026 (not all data elements were necessarily updated on this date)
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Fees (Day Pupils)
Vs. National Average
-14.9%
St Hilda's School's fees are 14.9% lower than the national average.
Vs. County Average
-6.0%
St Hilda's School's fees are 6.0% lower than the county average.
Based on 24 schools in Hertfordshire 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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