Heathside Preparatory School has closed (Friday 10 July 2026).
The information below is kept for reference.
Heathside Preparatory School, London
Heathside Preparatory School is an independent school for pupils aged 2 to 16 in London.
Data last updated 8 Oct 2026
Heathside Preparatory School in detail
Compared with nearby schools
The nearest other independent schools to Heathside Preparatory School are The Academy School (0.3 miles, Outstanding, selective); Alleyns Hampstead Senior School (0.3 miles); St Anthony's School for Boys (0.3 miles); and Devonshire House Preparatory School (0.4 miles).
The Academy SchoolAlleyns Hampstead Senior SchoolSt Anthony's School for BoysDevonshire House Preparatory School
Who goes there
In 2026, 27 pupils (34.2%) received SEN support and 6 (7.6%) had an education, health and care plan.
Getting there
The nearest tram or metro stop is Hampstead Station, about 230 metres away (roughly a 3-minute walk).
5 bus stops are within a five-minute walk; the closest is Hampstead Station, 220 metres away.
The area around the school
In August 2026, police recorded 521 crimes within a mile of the school, most often anti-social behaviour, violence and sexual offences and shoplifting. That is well below the typical figure around schools in Camden (1254).
Sources: DfE school census and special educational needs statistics; NaPTAN (Department for Transport); English Indices of Deprivation 2025 (MHCLG); data.police.uk street-level crime
Key Information
DfE GIASOfsted Rating
Ofsted · 5 years agoOverall
Ofsted Insights
From Ofsted's January 2022 inspection report.
What This School Does Well
The school excels at creating an exciting learning environment where pupils genuinely love coming to school. Teachers are caring and respected, building strong relationships where pupils feel safe and supported. The combination of rigorous academics with enriching activities like theatre visits and after-school clubs means pupils develop both knowledge and wider interests.
Key Strengths
- Strong leadership that has successfully turned the school around with clear policies and high expectations
- Effective early reading programme with nearly all pupils confident readers by end of Year 1
- Excellent safeguarding arrangements with robust staff checks and thorough record-keeping
- Well-planned curriculum with good progression of knowledge, particularly in Years 7-9
- Pupils achieve highly and move to schools of their choice
Areas for Improvement
- Inconsistencies in how different subjects are taught across the school
- Teachers sometimes do not teach the most important subject content in a logical order
- Subject-specific training for staff has not received enough attention compared to leadership development
Safeguarding
Safeguarding is effective with robust checks on staff suitability, thorough record-keeping, and strong links with external agencies ensuring pupils are safe and well cared for.
Extracurricular Activities
Chess club, science club, theatre visits, Hampton Court trips, after-school clubs
Heathside Preparatory School is a good independent school in Hampstead that has made significant improvements since changing leadership. Pupils enjoy fun, exciting lessons and are consistently well-behaved in a caring, safe environment.
At a Glance
No
Boarding
Yes
Nursery
No
Sixth Form
No
Special Measures
How Does This School Compare?
Ranked against 5 nearby all-through schools
Keep up with Heathside Preparatory School
Before and after school care
Clubs on Ofsted's childcare register at or near Heathside Preparatory School.
- The Strings Club - Hampstead Holiday Camp - Heathside SchoolAt the school · Not yet graded
- The Strings Club - Hampstead Holiday Camp (Hampstead Parochial Primary))290m away · Not yet graded
- Hampstead Community Centre340m away · Not yet graded
- Aktiva Camps @ Devonshire House570m away · Not yet graded
- Aktiva Camps @ St Anthony Boys580m away · Not yet graded
- Let's Leap @ Devonshire House620m away · Not yet graded
Getting There
Train Stations
Tube / Metro / Tram
Bus Stops
Commute and house prices
Capacity & Demand
School Occupancy
13%
Available places
79 pupils
600 places
521 spare places
as recorded on GIAS
Area Demand Pressure - London
Based on MHCLG Live Table 122 (2024-25, last 5 years) for London
Across Camden council
Places available
1,577
Applications
1,261
Got 1st preference
73.7%
Got preferred school
93.3%
All secondary applications across Camden council (2026/27), not just this school.
SEND & SEN Provision
SEN Overview
27
SEN Support
6
EHC Plans
41.8%
of Total Pupils
2026 academic year
Provision & Specialist Facilities
Pupils by Need Type
No need-level breakdown available
Pupil Demographics
Key Indicators
79
Total Pupils
55
Boys
24
Girls
2026 academic year
Questions parents ask about Heathside Preparatory School
How many pupils go to Heathside Preparatory School?
Heathside Preparatory School has around 79 pupils on roll.
How do I apply to Heathside Preparatory School?
Heathside Preparatory School is an independent school and runs its own admissions rather than going through the local authority. Contact the school directly for entry requirements, assessment dates, fees and any bursaries.
Does Heathside Preparatory School have a breakfast club or after-school club?
Ofsted's childcare register lists an out-of-school club at the school: The Strings Club - Hampstead Holiday Camp - Heathside School (registered, not yet graded). There are 5 more within a kilometre. The school may also run its own clubs, which don't have to register with Ofsted.
Where is Heathside Preparatory School?
Heathside Preparatory School is at 84A Heath Street, Hampstead, London, NW3 1DN.