Headteacher's Welcome

"We believe that we have something unique and special to offer the children who attend our school. For 100 years, St. Helen’s College has been renowned for its family atmosphere and its warm, welcoming environment. We pride ourselves on the exceptional care and attention we give to each individual pupil, encouraging them to be the best they can possibly be."

Ms Sophie Green
Headteacher

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Overview

St. Helen’s College, Hillingdon, is a leading co-educational independent prep school in North West London.

We believe that St. Helen’s College has something different and special to offer the children who come to us. We have a well-deserved reputation for providing children with exceptional care and attention, for encouraging all-round achievement, and for academic excellence.

St. Helen’s College is a vibrant, inclusive community where academic excellence is nurtured alongside mindful self-awareness and creative development. Guided by its core values of love, harmony, spirituality, and growth, the school fosters a warm, respectful environment in which pupils feel safe, supported, and inspired. Relationships between staff, pupils, and families are built on mutual care and trust, creating a strong sense of belonging. Through a rich personal development programme and a culture of teaching by example, children are encouraged to reflect, think independently, and grow in confidence and character. At St. Helen’s College, every child is recognised as an individual with unique potential, and is guided with compassion and challenge to become a thoughtful, resilient, and capable young person.

The Nursery

The Nursery at St. Helen’s College offers a warm, nurturing environment where children from the age of two begin their educational journey with joy, curiosity, and confidence. With a strong focus on emotional wellbeing, early learning, and personal development, the nursery lays a thoughtful foundation for lifelong growth and success.

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Contacts

Parkway,
Hillingdon,
Middlesex,
UB10 9JX

t01895 234371

e[email protected]

Key Facts

  • Children are able to join the Nursery from the age of 2, where the school delivers specialist teaching for its youngest learners.
  • In its most recent ISI inspection of September 2024, inspectors recognised the exceptional oral communication skills of our pupils and awarded St. Helen’s College a rare ‘area of significant strength’.
  • Many children win scholarships to the senior school of their choice and our carefully considered scholarship programme ensures that children’s potential is identified early and that applicants are very well supported throughout the scholarship process.

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