Queen's College, London is an international school in London, United Kingdom. Founded in 1931. It serves 635 students for students aged 3–19.
Location & getting here
Central London prestige location in Mayfair, surrounded by galleries, luxury shops, and embassies, with excellent global access via multiple airports and train stations—ideal for international families.
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 | 14 km | ~28 min | — |
| Heathrow | 22 km | ~39 min | LHR — gateway for Bangkok, Singapore, Hong Kong, Dubai |
| Gatwick | 41 km | ~63 min | LGW — good for SE Asia, Middle East via BA/EK/QR |
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Scholarships Available
Key facts
Fees & the true cost of attendance
Published fees · inclusive of VAT
| Phase | Per term | Per year |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition (all year groups) | £10,914 | £32,742 |
Compulsory extras (on top of tuition)
| Item | Frequency | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Registration fee | One-time | £180 |
| Entry deposit | Per year | £3,000 |
| Trips and extras | Per term | — |
| Catering | Per term | — |
| Music lessons (individual) | Per term | — |
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 (8 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.
What Makes This School Different
Academic Results
Admissions
| Entry point | Assessment | Assessment date | Registration deadline |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11+ | Entrance examinations, reference from current school, interview | — | — |
| 16+ (Sixth Form) | Interview with Director of Senior College, reference with predicted GCSE grades from current school, occasional short tests in specific subjects | — | — |
| Occasional places (other year groups) | Entrance examinations in English, Mathematics, and French or Spanish; reference from current school; informal 1:1 interview with Principal | — | Contact Admissions Office |
How to apply
- Complete application form
- Pay £180 registration fee
- Sit entrance examinations
- Provide reference from current school
- Attend interview
What you'll need to submit
- Completed application form
- Registration fee (£180)
- School reference with predicted grades (for 16+ entry)
Open events
- 11+ Taster Day — Monday 29 June 2026
- 11+ Open Evening — Wednesday 16 September 2026
- 16+ Open Evening — Thursday 24 September 2026
- School in Action Morning — Tuesday 29 September 2026
Scholarships: At 11+, Art, Dance, Drama, Music and Sport scholarship candidates submit short video/portfolio; shortlisted candidates invited for auditions/assessment. Scholarships at 16+ held for two years of study.
Admissions contact: Ms Barbara Porter (Head of Admissions), [email protected], 0207 291 7070
Individual visits can be arranged outside scheduled events. Occasional places include 11+ entry. For 16+ (Sixth Form), entry requires minimum GCSE grades per subject and compulsory retakes in Mathematics and English Language if standard not met.