Harpenden, United Kingdom Day only · Girls Age range 2–11 136 pupils Founded 1891St Hilda's School
St Hilda's School provides a nurturing and inclusive atmosphere where every child is encouraged to thrive. With a strong focus on academic excellence and p...
About St Hilda's School
What makes St Hilda’s different? St. Hilda’s is a small, nurturing, family-centred independent school for girls in Harpenden, a few miles north of St Albans, Hertfordshire. We provide a holistic, well-rounded prep school education which seeks to foster confidence in our pupils.
Our aims are founded on six values which are intrinsically embedded in all we do to educate our pupils. Each half term, we focus on one value, seeking to apply its principles to our daily school life.
We have high standards of teaching and learning, and pupils follow a wide-ranging curriculum that ensures academic subjects are blended with creativity and sporting endeavour.
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Pupil breakdown
- Boys
- 11 (8%)
- Girls
- 125 (92%)
- SEN support
- 48 (35.3%)
Frequently asked questions
What type of school is St Hilda's School?
St Hilda's School is a girls' independent mainstream school for pupils aged 2 to 11, located near Harpenden in Hertfordshire. The school offers education from Nursery through to Prep.
How do I apply to St Hilda's School?
Applications typically begin 1–2 years in advance and may include registration, assessments and interviews. Families can explore the UK private school admissions timeline to understand key dates and entry points. https://schoolscout.uk/posts/uk-private-school-admissions-timeline
What age do pupils join St Hilda's School?
Pupils usually join St Hilda's School between the ages of 2-11, with some variation depending on the year group.
Is St Hilda's School a day or boarding school?
St Hilda's School offers day options. Where boarding is available, this may include full, weekly or flexi arrangements.
Is St Hilda's School a single-sex or co-educational school?
St Hilda's School offers a girls' learning environment.