Hampton School is an international school in Hampton, United Kingdom. Founded in 1975. It serves 1,548 students for students aged 2–19.
Location & getting here
Prosperous Thames-side suburb southwest of London with good commuter links and proximity to parks; convenient for families with international connections to Heathrow.
Nearest airports
Framed for international families — drive times are from the school, not the city centre.
| Airport | Distance | Drive from school | International note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heathrow | 7 km | ~19 min | LHR — gateway for Bangkok, Singapore, Hong Kong, Dubai |
| London City | 31 km | ~50 min | — |
| Gatwick | 33 km | ~53 min | LGW — good for SE Asia, Middle East via BA/EK/QR |
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Scholarships Available
Academic Performance
Key facts
Fees & the true cost of attendance
Published fees
| Phase | Per term | Per year |
|---|---|---|
| All pupils | £8,680 | £26,040 |
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.
Merit-based scholarships (7 types)
ℹ️ This school has not published the exact % fee remission for each award. Ask the admissions team directly — typical independent school scholarships range from 5% to 50% of fees.
About
Hampton School is a fee-charging, boys-only private day school in Hampton, London, England. As of the 2024–2025 academic year, the school charges a minimum of £26,040 per year for attendance. Until 1975, the school was a voluntary aided grammar school, with no fees. The school admits pupils aged between eleven and eighteen.
School data verified by NanaSays. Last updated: April 2026.
What Makes This School Different
Academic Results
Admissions
| Entry point | Assessment | Assessment date | Registration deadline |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10+ | Not detailed in provided content | Not specified | Not specified |
| 11+ (First Year / Year 7) | Written entrance assessments in English, Maths, Reasoning and interview; candidates automatically considered for scholarships if they sit assessments | January prior to September entry | Not explicitly stated; scholarship applications close November |
| 13+ (Third Year / Year 9) | Common Academic Scholarship Examination (for academic scholarships); other assessment routes not detailed | January prior to September entry (May for scholarship written assessments) | 1 February prior to September entry (for 13+ Academic Scholarships); general deadline not stated |
| 16+ (Lower Sixth / Sixth Form) | Not detailed in provided content | Not specified | Not specified |
How to apply
- Register online via admissions portal
- Sit entrance assessments (written papers and interview at 11+)
- Shortlisting based on assessment performance
- Further assessments or interviews as required
- Offer made
- Accept place and pay registration deposit
What you'll need to submit
- Online registration form via admissions portal
- Current school report / Headteacher's report
- Supporting references from current school
- For scholarship applicants: portfolio (art), pre-audition video (music), or other evidence of talent in chosen field
Open events
- School visits by appointment (contact Admissions team)
- Invitation to attend sports fixtures on Saturdays
- Invitation to attend drama/theatre productions
Scholarships: Seven scholarship types available: Academic, Art, Chess, Music, Performing Arts, Sport, and Choral Scholarships at 11+, 13+, and 16+ entry points. Typically offer 5–10% fee remission; may be combined with means-tested bursaries.
Admissions contact: Phone: 0208 979 9273 | Email: [email protected]
Crawled content is heavily weighted towards scholarship information. General admissions process (timelines, application forms, assessment detail for non-scholarship entry) is sparse. No specific open event dates provided. 10+ entry mentioned but not explained.
Why Families Choose
- Sport
- Academic
Facilities & Programmes
Student Demographics
School Background
Notable alumni include Sir Brian May (founding member of Queen), professional footballers and international rugby players, wildlife TV presenters, film and TV composers, marine biologists, and distinguished professionals across various fields.