The Harrodian School is a private day school in Barnes, South-west London. Formerly the site of Harrods Sports Club, the original premises have been extended and converted for educational purposes. The school opened in September 1993 with 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 private school, Hampton Court House.
In 2011, long-serving principal Peter Thompson died.[4][5]
Fees and charges
As of 2021, the school charges tuition fees of (term/year): £5,463/£16,389 (4.5–7 years of age); £6,268/£18,804 (8–12 years); £7,245/£21,735 (13–15 years) and £8,391/£25,173 (sixth form). In addition to tuition fees, charges are made for lunch; insurance, and registration; these additional charges amount to approximately £1,500/year.[6]
Notable former pupils
- Robert Pattinson, actor
- Tom Sturridge, actor
- George MacKay, actor
- Will Poulter, actor
- Will Heard, singer, songwriter and musician
- Jack and Finn Harries, Youtubers
- Abigail Lawrie, actress
- Isabel Getty, singer and socialite
- Jemma Donovan, 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
- ^ "Fees | Harrodian | Independent School West London | Pre Prep, Prep, Seniors and Sixth | UK".
