Founded in 1933. It serves 222 students for students aged 4–12.
Location & getting here
Affluent central London in Chelsea; highly convenient for international families with direct Heathrow access (~30 min), world-class museums nearby, and cosmopolitan school culture.
Nearest airports
Framed for international families — drive times are from the school, not the city centre.
| Airport | Distance | Drive from school | International note |
|---|---|---|---|
| London City | 16 km | ~31 min | — |
| Heathrow | 20 km | ~36 min | LHR — gateway for Bangkok, Singapore, Hong Kong, Dubai |
| Gatwick | 37 km | ~58 min | LGW — good for SE Asia, Middle East via BA/EK/QR |
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Key facts
About
Donhead is a co-ed private, preparatory day school located in Wimbledon, in the London Borough of Merton. The school is under the governance of the Jesuits, a Catholic religious order founded by Ignatius of Loyola in 1540.Independent Schools Inspectorate, [https://www.isi.net/school/donhead-7500 Donhead], retrieved 28 October 2021 Donhead takes boys and girls aged 3 to 11.Jerry Hawthorne, [https://books.google.com/books?id=exWrzQEACAAJ A Wandering Soul], ShieldCrest, Aylesbury, 2020, pp. 165–168
School data verified by NanaSays. Last updated: April 2026.
What Makes This School Different
Academic Results
Admissions
| Entry point | Assessment | Assessment date | Registration deadline |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4+ (Reception) | Not specified | — | 4th November 2026 (for September 2027 entry) |
| Years 1-6 (occasional places) | Not specified | — | Open for September 2027 entry |
How to apply
- Complete registration via Admissions Portal
- Set up account with own login details
- Book open mornings and complete forms
- Communicate with school via portal
Admissions contact: [email protected], +44 (0)20 7352 7077
Two-form entry from September 2024; places may be available in other year groups.
Admissions Details
Student Demographics
Sports Programme
Francis Holland Preparatory School is a girls' primary school (Years 3–6, ages 7–11).