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Schools in NW8, St John's Wood

A postcode district in Westminster

  • Postcode district
  • 26 schools and nurseries

In short: NW8, St John's Wood is a postcode district in Westminster with 8 primary schools, 5 secondary schools and 17 nurseries. Apply through the council where you live, which may not be the one a school is in.

  • Schools and nurseries268 primary · 5 secondary · 17 nurseries
Top-rated

The highest-rated schools in NW8, St John's Wood

Primary and secondary schools are ranked by Eduscope score, which weighs up results, inspections, attendance and more. Nurseries, special and independent schools aren't ranked. A high score isn't everything: always visit.

All NW8, St John's Wood primary schools

Top Primary Schools in NW8, St John's Wood

8 in NW8, St John's Wood, best first

St John's Wood Primary School

London, NW8 7AL · State · Primary · Ages 3 to 11

  • Ofsted:Good

Results above the England average.

32 first choices, 50 offers made

Met the standard at 1166%

England 62%

Days missed
5.6%
Pupils
428
Pupils per teacher
42.5
View school St John's Wood Primary School

Gateway Academy

London, NW8 8LN · Academy · Primary · Ages 3 to 11

  • Ofsted:Good

Results close to the England average.

32 first choices, 33 offers made

Met the standard at 1162%

England 62%

Days missed
5.3%
Pupils
428
Pupils per teacher
16.3
View school Gateway Academy

Top Secondary Schools in NW8, St John's Wood

5 in NW8, St John's Wood, best first

Harris Academy St John's Wood

London, NW8 0NL · Academy · Secondary · Ages 11 to 18

  • Ofsted:Good

Results well above the England average.

149 first choices, 225 offers made

Attainment 8 at 1654.0

England 46.2

Days missed
8.7%
Pupils
1,326
Pupils per teacher
20.1
View school Harris Academy St John's Wood

Nurseries in NW8, St John's Wood

17 in NW8, St John's Wood, highest Ofsted grade first

Sixth Forms in NW8, St John's Wood

3 in NW8, St John's Wood, by the school's Eduscope score

Harris Academy St John's Wood

London, NW8 0NL · Academy · Secondary · Ages 11 to 18

  • Ofsted:Good

Results well above the England average.

149 first choices, 225 offers made

Attainment 8 at 1654.0

England 46.2

Days missed
8.7%
Pupils
1,326
Pupils per teacher
20.1
View school Harris Academy St John's Wood

The American School in London

London, NW8 0NP · Independent · All-through · Ages 4 to 18

  • ISI:Inspected

Independent school. Results aren't published in the same way.

Results

Not published for this kind of school.

Days missed
–
Pupils
1,428
Pupils per teacher
–
View school The American School in London

Special Schools in NW8, St John's Wood

2 in NW8, St John's Wood. Eduscope doesn't rank these.

Woodside School

London, NW8 7NE · Independent · All-through · Ages 5 to 16

  • Ofsted:Expected standard in every area

Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.

Results

Not published for this kind of school.

Days missed
–
Pupils
1
Pupils per teacher
–
View school Woodside School

Private Schools in NW8, St John's Wood

4 in NW8, St John's Wood. Eduscope doesn't rank these.

The American School in London

London, NW8 0NP · Independent · All-through · Ages 4 to 18

  • ISI:Inspected

Independent school. Results aren't published in the same way.

Results

Not published for this kind of school.

Days missed
–
Pupils
1,428
Pupils per teacher
–
View school The American School in London

Woodside School

London, NW8 7NE · Independent · All-through · Ages 5 to 16

  • Ofsted:Expected standard in every area

Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.

Results

Not published for this kind of school.

Days missed
–
Pupils
1
Pupils per teacher
–
View school Woodside School

Arnold House School

London, NW8 0LH · Independent · Primary · Ages 3 to 13 · Boys

  • ISI:Inspected

Independent school. Results aren't published in the same way.

Results

Not published for this kind of school.

Days missed
–
Pupils
359
Pupils per teacher
–
View school Arnold House School
The map

Every school in NW8, St John's Wood, on one map

Each dot is a school or nursery, coloured by its latest Ofsted grade. Point at a dot to see its name, or use the list.

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Swiss Cottage School - Development & Research Centre, OutstandingSt John's Wood Primary School, GoodArnold House School, InspectedThe American School in London, InspectedSaint Christina's School, InspectedPortman Early Childhood Centre, OutstandingGateway Academy, GoodOrmiston Beachcroft Academy, GoodHarris Academy St John's Wood, GoodWoodside School, Expected standard in every areaAnglo-Russian Pre-School Ltd, GoodCarlton Hill Community Nursery, GoodIMPs Pre-School, GoodLJS Nursery School, OutstandingNewpin Family Centre, GoodBright Horizons St John's Wood Day Nursery and Preschool, Safeguarding not metREADY STEADY GO St John's Wood, OutstandingBarrow Hill Pre-School, GoodLisson Grove Creche, Goodb_together, GoodREADY STEADY GO St John's Wood TerraceLet's Leap @ Arnold House SchoolToddlers Inn St. Johns Wood LTD, GoodKindergarten in the Wood, GoodLangtry Nursery, GoodBeckett House Montessori Abbey Road
  • Outstanding4
  • Good14
  • Not graded yet8
Before you apply

Apply through the council where you live

Schools in NW8, St John's Wood sit in 2 council areas. Your home council handles your application, wherever the school is. Living nearby doesn't guarantee a place: each school's admission rules decide.

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What's on offer for each age

Pick a stage to see every NW8, St John's Wood school for that age, with filters for type, faith and Ofsted grade.

Living here

What it's like for families

NW8, St John's Wood has 26 schools and nurseries.

Dates to know

Apply through your local council, even for academies and faith schools.

  • 31 OctSecondary deadlineFor children starting Year 7.
  • 15 JanPrimary deadlineFor children starting Reception.
  • 1 MarSecondary offersOffers day for Year 7 places.
  • 16 AprPrimary offersOffers day for Reception places.

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Questions

Questions parents ask about NW8, St John's Wood

How many schools are in NW8, St John's Wood?

NW8, St John's Wood has 26 schools, including 8 primary schools, 5 secondary schools, 17 nurseries, 4 independent schools, 2 special schools. Some count in more than one group. You can browse each category using the filters on Eduscope.

What are the best schools in NW8, St John's Wood?

The highest-ranked schools in NW8, St John's Wood on Eduscope are St John's Wood Primary School, Harris Academy St John's Wood, Gateway Academy. We rank each state school against schools of the same phase across England on its Ofsted inspection, results and attendance. Independent, special and nursery schools aren't ranked.

How many private schools are in NW8, St John's Wood?

There are 4 independent schools in NW8, St John's Wood. Fees vary by school and age group, with day school fees typically ranging from £10,000 to £20,000 per year. You can compare all private schools in NW8, St John's Wood on Eduscope, including ISI inspection ratings where available.

How do I choose the right school in NW8, St John's Wood?

Start by considering your child's age, your location, and whether you prefer a state or independent school. Use Eduscope to compare 26 schools in NW8, St John's Wood by Ofsted ratings, exam results, and distance. Filter by school type, gender, religious character, and admissions policy to narrow your options.

Sources: DfE school performance tables, DfE school census and workforce, DfE pupil absence, Ofsted. Photos are stand-ins.

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