King's House School

What King's House School does

King's House School is an independent co-educational preparatory school and nursery located in Richmond, London, serving children aged 2 to 13. Established in 1946, the school operates three core educational units: King's House Nursery (ages 2-4), the Junior Department (Reception to Year 3), and the Senior Department (Year 4 to Year 8). Its core product is a broad academic and co-curricular education preparing pupils for Common Entrance, ISEB pre-tests, and scholarship examinations to selective senior schools — with 2023 outcomes including seven Year 8 scholarships to schools such as St Paul's, Hampton, Cranleigh, Reed's, and St Edward's. The school transitioned from boys-only to full co-education beginning September 2024, with girls progressively entering year groups and full co-education in Nursery and Junior planned by September 2026.

The school's underlying infrastructure is anchored by a 35-acre dedicated Sports Ground in Chiswick supporting multiple sports from Year 1, supplemented by 'The Nest' outdoor learning area (woodland space with Forest School sessions led by in-house accredited leaders), an Eco-Schools program (Green Flag at Distinction level), and specialist teaching in Music, PE, Drama, French, Forest School, and Computing. Wraparound care is delivered via an Early Birds service and an Après-School partnership (from Sept 2024, until 6pm), with holiday clubs and Ducklings parent-and-toddler community programming extending customer engagement.

King's House School operates as a registered charity (Charity No: 312669) with no parent company, external ownership, or institutional investment. Revenue derives from tuition fees, which are not publicly disclosed and require direct contact with the Registrar; bursaries are available for financial assistance. The go-to-market is direct admissions supported by visitor mornings, social media, content marketing, and word-of-mouth referrals. The headcount is approximately 60 employees led by Head Mark Turner and Bursar John Loveland.

Name

King's House School

Legal name

King's House School

Website

https://kingshouseschool.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1946

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

King's House School is an independent co-educational preparatory school and nursery in Richmond, London, serving children aged 2-13 across Nursery, Junior, and Senior departments, and preparing pupils for selective senior school entry including scholarships.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Independent Preparatory School

NAICS

Elementary and Secondary Schools (6111), Child Care Services (62441), Educational Services (611)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200), Services-Child Day Care Services (8351)

akta.pro primary industry

Nursery School Programs (2–4 Years) (EDACACAB)

akta.pro secondary industries

School-Age Wraparound Childcare Centers (Holiday/Break Care) (EDACAAAL), Outdoor / Nature-Based Nursery & Forest Playgroups (EDACACAH)

Keywords

• Independent prep school
• Nursery education
• Primary education
• Private education
• Forest school program

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Infrastructure, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Others

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

King's House School is an independent co-educational preparatory school and nursery in Richmond, London, providing education for children aged 2-13 across a Nursery (ages 2-4), Junior Department (Reception-Year 3), and Senior Department (Year 4-8). It delivers a broad academic and co-curricular curriculum with specialist teaching in Music, PE, Drama, French, Forest School and Computing, and prepares pupils for selective senior school entrance examinations including 11+ and scholarship assessments. Supporting services include wraparound care (Early Birds and Apr\u00e8s-School aftercare), holiday clubs, the Ducklings Parent & Toddler Group, and use of a 35-acre Sports Ground in Chiswick.

Product overview

King's House School is an independent co-ed prep school and nursery for children aged 2-13 in Richmond, London, established in 1946. The school operates three main educational offerings: King's House Nursery (ages 2-4), Junior Department (Reception-Year 3), and Senior Department (Year 4-8). The school moved to full co-education in September 2024, with girls now in all departments. Supporting facilities include a 35-acre Sports Ground in Chiswick and 'The Nest' outdoor learning area. Extended services include wraparound care (Early Birds, Après-School aftercare, holiday clubs), Forest School programmes, and a range of co-curricular activities including Entrepreneur Club and music programmes. The school prepares pupils for senior school entrance, with many achieving scholarships to schools including St Paul's, Eton, and Kingston Grammar.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• King's House Nursery Independent nursery provision for children aged 2-4, including Hedgehogs, Rabbit and Squirrel classes, with extended pre-school days and wraparound/holiday care options. Targeted at families seeking early years education in Richmond.
• Junior Department Educational programme for Reception to Year 3 (ages 4-8) including specialist teaching in Music, PE, Drama, French, Forest School, Computing, Science, Cookery and Yoga. Targeted at families seeking independent primary education in Richmond.
• Senior Department Educational programme for Year 4 to Year 8 (ages 8-13) preparing pupils for senior school entrance examinations and scholarships, including ISEB pre-tests. Targeted at families preparing children for selective senior school entry.
• King's House School Sports Ground 35-acre sports facilities in Chiswick catering for netball, hockey, rugby, football, cricket, athletics and more, used weekly from Year 1 and twice weekly from Year 3. Targeted at pupils of King's House School.
• Ducklings Parent & Toddler Group Parent and toddler group offering early years engagement with the school community, acting as a feeder for nursery admissions. Targeted at local families with toddlers.
• Forest School Outdoor learning programme developing independence, resilience, problem-solving skills and physical health, delivered by qualified Forest School Leaders. Available weekly to Nursery Squirrels/Rabbits and Reception during Summer Terms. Targeted at Nursery and Reception pupils.
• Wraparound Care Extended childcare service including Early Birds from 8am, after school care until 6pm via Apr\u00e8s-School, and holiday clubs. Targeted at working parents of pupils at King's House School.
• Co-Curricular Activities Range of clubs including yoga, dance, cross-country, chess, STEM Club, Nature Appreciation Club, Rock Band, and various sports. Targeted at pupils of King's House School.

Quantifiable outcome

• 15% of students earned Gold Award in UK National Bebras Computational Thinking Challenge, placing them among top 10% nationally
• +1 more outcomes

Segments1 record

Ideal customer profiles1 record

Technology focussed No

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Feature2 records

Partnerships

Eleven partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• Richmond CarersminorOthers · 1 September 2024Local charity supporting carers. School held Annual Bake Sale across Nursery, Juniors and Seniors raising over £1,000 for Richmond Carers. One of the chosen charities for 2025-26.
• Après-SchoolcoreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting Partner · 1 September 2024Ofsted-registered specialist wraparound care provider partnering from September 2024 to provide after school care. Founded by Luke Currie, former Assistant Headteacher and Safeguarding Lead at a London prep school. Miss Lindsay serves as dedicated ASC Manager. Provides care until 6pm for children including Nursery (Squirrels/Rabbits Class).
• SPEARminorOthersLocal charity supporting the ending of homelessness in London, with specific focus on Richmond borough. King's House Senior Department had a visit from SPEAR representative to educate children about their work. School raised funds through Christmas Carol Service and donations. SPEAR is one of the school's two chosen charities for the year.
• Rwanda ActioncoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCharity supported since 2008. Mrs O'Brien (Head of Nursery) is a Trustee. Staff visit Rwanda to support education projects, teacher training programmes, and inclusion of children with disabilities. School has funded classrooms, electricity, and playground at King's House Cyato school. Focus on education, enterprise, farming, and disability inclusion in western Rwanda province.
• SkylarksminorOthersLocal charity supporting children and young people with additional needs. Over £6,000 raised through embroidered Nursery smocks created by former King's House grandparent Kuldip over 10+ years.
• Shooting Star Children's HospiceminorOthersLeading children's hospice charity supporting families across Surrey and west London. School has previously supported with visits and donations.
• Dementia UKminorOthersOne of the school's chosen charities for 2023-24. International Day Fair raised £2,011.13 for Dementia UK.
• Woodland TrustminorOthersCharity providing tree saplings. Over 400 saplings planted at The Nest outdoor learning area at Sports Ground, creating woodland space for wildlife and outdoor education.
• Friends of King's HouseminorOthersParent community group that has donated resources for The Nest outdoor learning area, including four trees to commemorate the four Houses (Oak, Sycamore, Fir, Willow).
• Royal SpringBoard FoundationminorOthersLong-standing partnership celebrating a decade together. Foundation supports children in care and vulnerable children.
• Senior Schools NetworkcoreOthersRelationships with multiple senior schools including Epsom College, St John's, Latymer, Kingston Grammar, Emmanuel, Ibstock Place, Thomas's College, Westminster and King's College School. Martin Shore (Deputy Head) and Mark Turner (Head) maintain long-standing relationships. Building relationships with girls' schools including Godolphin and Latymer, Surbiton High School, St Catherine's, Putney High and LEH for co-ed transition.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves11 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Weston Green School: Independent co-educational prep school in Surrey (near Kingston/Richmond border) serving ages 3-11. Comparable in size and curriculum breadth with similar senior school destinations.
• Dulwich Prep School: Independent co-educational prep school in South London serving a similar age range with strong senior school placement outcomes. Highly comparable London prep school with broad curriculum and emphasis on scholarship preparation.
• Broomwood Hall School: Independent co-educational prep school in southwest London (Wandsworth/Battersea) covering Nursery through to age 13. Comparable London prep with similar co-curricular breadth and senior school placement focus.
• Eagle House School: Independent co-educational prep school in Wimbledon/Sutton covering ages 3-13. Comparable London-area prep with strong Common Entrance results and scholarship outcomes.
• The Harrodian School: Independent co-ed day prep and senior school in Barnes, southwest London. Similar affluent London catchment, broad curriculum with strong sport and arts, and senior school pipeline to top institutions.
• Putney High School (Prep): Independent girls' day school with prep department serving southwest London. Relevant peer given King's House's transition to co-education and stated relationship-building with Putney High.
• Kew Green Prep School: Independent co-educational prep school located in close proximity to Richmond/Kew. Direct local competitor serving similar affluent west London families with a comparable Nursery to pre-test pipeline.
• Ibstock Place School: Independent co-educational prep school in Roehampton covering Nursery through Sixth Form. Comparable size and curriculum, listed as a senior school destination for King's House pupils.
• Windlesham House School: Independent co-ed pre-prep and prep school in West Sussex covering ages 4-13. Comparable in size, structure, and breadth of provision including Forest School-adjacent outdoor learning.
• Latymer Prep School: Independent co-ed prep school in Hammersmith feeding into Latymer Upper School. Comparable west London prep with strong academic outcomes and a similar Nursery to Year 8 structure.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/kingshousesch
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/school/kings-house-school
• Instagraminstagram.com/kingshousesch

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Number of profiles

Profiles17 records

Funding overview

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