Bassett House schoolboy
circa 1957

E-Prospectus

Introduction: history

Orchard House opened in September 1993 and is a member of the IAPS (Independent Association of Prep Schools, a constituent of the Independent Schools Council). It has two sister schools, Bassett House School (founded in 1947) in Kensington and Prospect House (founded in 1991) in Putney, both of which, like Orchard House, take boys and girls from the age of 3 or 4 until the time they leave for their senior or, in some cases, intermediate preparatory schools.

In the current academic year, Orchard House has some 235 pupils in twelve classes.

The chairman of the governing body is Mr Anthony Rentoul. His address is 25 Strawberry Hill Road, Twickenham TW1 4PZ.