Orchard House School is a co-educational day school, admitting children aged 3 to 11, from Nursery through to Year 6. Pupils typically leave at 11+ for a wide range of day and boarding schools, both in London and across the UK.
Welcome to Orchard House
When you’re surrounded by leafy streets, period architecture and independent shops, it can be difficult to believe you’re still in London.
Yet that is precisely why families have been drawn here year-by-year, and why Orchard House School remains Chiswick’s premier prep school. Founded in 1993, Orchard House School is a co-educational independent prep school in Chiswick for children aged 3 to 11.
Since our acquisition by Dukes Education in 2020, we have merged with Chiswick & Bedford Park Preparatory School (CBPPS) to expand our reach and curriculum to more children. Now split across four nearby sites, our bespoke Learning Orchard curriculum prepares children for the future while supporting them to be their best and growing their potential.
Whether you’re joining our Early Years at Rupert Road, Pre-Prep at Priory Avenue or Prep at Newton Grove, Orchard House School is here to help every child flourish academically and personally.
Why Families Choose Orchard House School
Families looking for an independent prep school in Chiswick and West London want more than excellent academic results. They want a school where children are known as individuals, encouraged to develop confidence and curiosity and are prepared for success both inside and outside the classroom.
At Orchard House School, we design every aspect of school life to help pupils flourish from Nursery through to Year 6.
Excellence
Learning at Orchard House is built around the school’s distinctive Learning Orchard curriculum and the internationally recognised High Performance Learning framework, which encourages children to think independently, ask questions and develop a genuine love of learning.
Alongside core subjects, such as English, Mathematics and Science, our pupils engage with a holistic curriculum including Philosophy, Oracy and French.
Creativity is integral to our curriculum. Orchard House School encourages pupils to express themselves through the Arts and then apply those creative skills to STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts & Maths) projects.
Honesty
Every child learns differently, which is why Orchard House never hides anything from either its pupils or parents. From fees, admissions process and even your child’s progress – we believe in genuine, respectful relationships built on trust.
With small class sizes and a personalised approach to teaching, teachers know each pupil very well, enabling them to celebrate strengths, nurture confidence and provide the right level of challenge as they progress.
Kindness
As a fully co-educational, non-selective independent prep school, Orchard House welcomes children from a wide range of backgrounds and abilities. Our pastoral care creates strong partnerships between staff, pupils and families, building an inclusive community where kindness, honesty and respect underpin everyday school life.
By leading with kindness, our children develop the ability to uplift those around them and create positive change in the world.
Academic Excellence & Outcomes
At Orchard House School, academic success is built on a broad and ambitious curriculum that encourages every child to become a confident, independent learner. Through the school’s distinctive Learning Orchard curriculum, alongside supplementary clubs and activities, pupils develop strong foundations across core subjects while benefiting from specialist teaching in subjects such as Music, Sport, Computing, Drama and French. From Nursery onwards, subjects including Science and Art are taught separately, allowing children to deepen their knowledge and discover new interests.
Learning extends well beyond the classroom through the trips and outings, outdoor learning including Forest School, and the Arts. Alongside initiatives such as the Reading Scholar and Explorer programmes, pupils are encouraged to become curious thinkers and confident communicators.
This commitment to educational excellence shows in our most recent ISI report, which states “The school’s work is regularly and thoroughly evaluated. Priorities for development are clearly identified and acted upon.”
Many of our pupils go on to achieve a scholarship and a successful progression to many of London’s leading senior schools, including:
- Latymer Upper School
- Godolphin & Latymer School
- Kew House School
- Hampton School
- Lady Eleanor Holles School
- Ibstock Place School
Our Sites
Orchard House School spans four locations, each within a short walk of each other. Our staff escort children between sites under professional supervision.
We encourage all parents to walk, cycle or scoot to school, and as a school zone, many of our sites operate under controlled parking zones. Each location has secure bike and scooter racks.
2 Rupert Rd, Chiswick, London, W4 1LUEarly Years Site
Rupert Road is the site of our recently refurbished Early Years building. Here, children aged 3-5 can begin to get to grips with their preparatory education, while still indulging in all the play and discovery a child that age craves:
| Mode of Travel | Nearest options | Distance from school |
| Underground | Turnham Green (District and Piccadilly Line) | 4-minute walk |
| Bus | 94, 272, from Bath Road
E3 from Turnham Green |
2-minute walk
4-minute walk |
Priory House, Priory Avenue, London, W4 1TXPre-Prep Site
Priory House is where children aged 5-7 can start to engage more fully with our curriculum and High-Performance Learning philosophy, preparing them for when Prep school begins in earnest.
| Mode of Travel | Nearest options | Distance from school |
| Underground | Turnham Green (District and Piccadilly Line) | 3-minute walk |
| Bus | 94, 272, from Bath Road
E3 from Turnham Green |
1-minute walk
3-minute walk |
16 Newton Grove, Chiswick, London, W4 1LBPrep Site
At Newton Grove, preparations for the 11+ exams and senior school destinations begin. For children aged 7-11, the full Learning Orchard curriculum is rolled out, and pupils are expected to apply themselves each day.
| Mode of Travel | Nearest options | Distance from school |
| Underground | Turnham Green (District and Piccadilly Line) | 5-minute walk |
| Bus | 94, 272, from Bath Road
E3 from Turnham Green |
3-minute walk
5-minute walk |
Frequently Asked Questions
What ages does Orchard House School accept?
Is Orchard House School a private school?
Yes. Orchard House School is an independent, fee-paying, non-selective prep school, inspected by the Independent Schools Inspectorate (ISI) and a member of the Independent Association of Prep Schools (IAPS) and the Independent Schools Council (ISC).
What areas do families travel from?
Most families live within walking or cycling distance in Chiswick, Bedford Park, Turnham Green and Acton Green, while others travel from further across West London, including Ealing, Kew, Brentford and Hammersmith, using the District line or local bus routes.
How close is the school to local transport links?
The school is a short walk from Turnham Green station (District line) and Chiswick Park station is also within easy reach, in addition to several bus routes serving Chiswick High Road and the surrounding streets.
Is there parking near Orchard House School?
The school sits within the Bedford Park Controlled Parking Zone. Nearby streets are permit-controlled during the day, with pay-and-display parking available on Chiswick High Road for visitors and drop-offs.
What makes Orchard House School different from other Chiswick prep schools?
Orchard House is fully co-educated from Nursery through Year 6, with small classes, a distinctive Learning Orchard curriculum and a strong record of scholarship success and offers from West London’s most competitive senior schools.
Which senior schools do Orchard House pupils go on to?
Recent leavers have secured places at schools including Latymer Upper School, Godolphin & Latymer School, Kew House School, Hampton School, Lady Eleanor Holles School and Ibstock Place School.
How do I apply to Orchard House School?
Prospective families are encouraged to attend a small-group tour (offered on Tuesday and Thursday mornings) or arrange a private visit, then submit a registration form through the school’s admissions team. Offers are typically made 18 months before your child is due to start and upon accepting your offer you will be required to pay an acceptance deposit of £3,000.
Visit Us
The best way to discover Orchard House is to come and experience it for yourself. We’d love to welcome you for a visit, show you what makes our community so special, and help you imagine the possibilities for your child. Come and discover how Orchard House can be the perfect place for your child to learn, grow and thrive.