Haberdashers' Girls' School is an international school in Borehamwood, United Kingdom. Founded in 1875. It serves 1,132 students for students aged 4–18.
Location & getting here
Prosperous Hertfordshire commuter suburb north of London, close to Heathrow and M25. Well-established residential area with good local schools and amenities.
Nearest airports
Framed for international families — drive times are from the school, not the city centre.
| Airport | Distance | Drive from school | International note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heathrow | 23 km | ~40 min | LHR — gateway for Bangkok, Singapore, Hong Kong, Dubai |
| Luton | 25 km | ~43 min | LTN — European and budget carriers |
| London City | 30 km | ~49 min | — |
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Key facts
Fees & the true cost of attendance
Published fees
| Phase | Per term | Per year |
|---|---|---|
| Junior School (Years 1–5) | — | £17,826 |
| Junior School (Year 6) | — | £17,226 |
| Senior School | — | £19,311 |
Budget beyond the sticker price. Assume the real annual spend is 5–15% higher than the headline fee. Hidden costs typically include: registration fee, acceptance deposit (usually one term's fees, refundable at the end of schooling), uniform + sports kit, trips and expeditions, individual music tuition, exam entry fees, travel to/from home.
Ask the Bursar for a sample "all-in" first-year invoice before committing.
About
Haberdashers' Girls' School is a private day school in Elstree, Hertfordshire. It is often referred to as "Habs" (or "Habs Girls" to distinguish it from the neighbouring Haberdashers' Boys' School). The school was founded in 1875 by the Worshipful Company of Haberdashers, one of the Great Twelve Livery Companies of the City of London.
School data verified by NanaSays. Last updated: April 2026.
Academic Results
Admissions
| Entry point | Assessment | Assessment date | Registration deadline |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4+ | Assessments vary by age | — | — |
| 7+ | Assessments vary by age | — | — |
| 11+ | English and Mathematics entrance exams | — | — |
| 16+ | English and Mathematics entrance exams | — | — |
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Student Life
Student Demographics
Sports Programme
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