The Harrodian School
| The Harrodian School | |
|---|---|
| Location | |
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London England | |
| Information | |
| Type | Independent day school |
| Established | 1993 |
| Founder | Alford Houstoun-Boswall |
| Department for Education URN | 102950 Tables |
| Chairman/Proprietor | Sir Alford Houstoun-Boswall |
| Principal | James Hooke |
| Gender | Coeducational |
| Age | 4 to 18 |
| Enrollment | 925 (approx.) |
| Houses | Bridge, Ferry, Lonsdale and Thames |
| Former pupils | Old Harrodians |
| Website | http://www.harrodian.com/ |
The Harrodian School is an independent day school in Barnes, south-west London. Formerly the site of Harrods Sports Club, the original premises has been extended and converted for educational purposes. The school opened in September 1993 with just 65 pupils; by 2011 the roll had grown to 925.
History
The Harrodian school was founded by Lady Eliana and Sir Alford Houstoun-Boswall with 65 pupils and 12 staff.
Until 1988 the site had been a clubhouse and sports ground for employees of Harrods department store, and known as the Harrodian Club. While the store's owner Mohamed Al-Fayed sold the grounds, he was not happy that the school took the name, and in fact challenged this in court.[1]
Eliana Houstoun-Boswall was the founding headmistress, but in 1996 was left by her husband after her affair with a teacher became public. The publicity again prompted Harrods to object to the school's perceived connection to them.[2][3] She has gone on to found another independent school - Hampton Court House.
By September 2010 the school had grown to 1500 pupils and 120 members of staff.
In 2011 long-serving principal Peter Thompson died.[4][5]
Fees & charges
As of 2015 the school charges tuition fees of (term/year): £4,431/£13,293 (4.5–7 years of age); £5,076/£15,228 (8–12 years); £5,867/£17,601 (13–15 years) and £6,766/£20,298 (sixth form). In addition to tuition fees, charges are made for: lunch; insurance and registration, these additional charges amount to approximately £1,000/year.[6]
Notable former pupils
- Robert Pattinson, actor
- Tom Sturridge, actor
- George MacKay, actor
- Will Poulter, actor
- Will Heard, musician
- Jack and Finn Harries, Youtubers
- Abigail Lawrie, actress
References
- ^ A landmark case for the Harrods name
- ^ Harrods make new claim against school
- ^ "Why I Moved Back to school again". The Times. London. 11 May 2003.
- ^ "Daily Telegraph Obituary Peter Thompson". The Daily Telegraph. London. 24 May 2011. Retrieved 25 May 2011.
- ^ "Obituary - Peter Thomson 1939-2011", TES.com
- ^ http://www.harrodian.com/index.php/information/fees