Independent school · Hertfordshire
Aldenham School
- Ages 3–19
- Mixed
- Boarding
- £11,477–£16,995/term
- Term dates checked
- School bus
Term dates
From the school's own calendar, checked 2026-10-16.
2026/27
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2026/27
| Term | Starts | Ends |
|---|---|---|
| Christmas 1 | Mon 7 Sep 2026 | Thu 15 Oct 2026 |
| Christmas 2 | Mon 2 Nov 2026 | Fri 11 Dec 2026 |
| Lent 1 | Tue 5 Jan 2027 | Fri 12 Feb 2027 |
| Lent 2 | Mon 22 Feb 2027 | Thu 25 Mar 2027 |
| Summer 1 | Tue 13 Apr 2027 | Fri 28 May 2027 |
| Summer 2 | Mon 7 Jun 2027 | Fri 2 Jul 2027 |
Fees 2026/27
Per term, including VAT.
| Year group | Fee |
|---|---|
| Years 7–8 Day Student | £10,687.00 |
| Year 7–8 Flexi Boarding, 1 Night Per Week | £11,477.00 |
| Year 7–8 Flexi Boarding, 2 Nights Per Week | £11,877.00 |
| Year 7–8 Flexi Boarding, 3 Nights Per Week | £12,227.00 |
| Year 7–8 Flexi Boarding, 4 Nights Per Week | £12,677.00 |
| Year 7–8 Flexi Boarding, 5 Nights Per Week | £13,077.00 |
| Years 9–13 Day Student | £10,687.00 |
| Year 9–13 Flexi Boarding, 1 Night Per Week | £12,017.00 |
| Year 9–13 Flexi Boarding, 2 Nights Per Week | £12,567.00 |
| Year 9–13 Flexi Boarding, 3 Nights Per Week | £13,117.00 |
| Year 9–13 Flexi Boarding, 4 Nights Per Week | £13,667.00 |
| Year 9–13 Flexi Boarding, 5 Nights Per Week | £14,217.00 |
| Year 9–13 Full Boarder, 6 or 7 Nights Per Week | £16,995.00 |
Registration fee: £180.00
Deposit: £1,500.00
Work out the total cost
An estimate from the school's published fee. Increases are a guess: schools usually raise fees each September. Extras such as lunches, trips and uniform are not included.
Source: school fees page
Admissions
- 11+
- 13+
- 16+
Selective entry at 11+ (Year 7), 13+ (Year 9) and 16+ (Year 12). 11+ and 13+ applicants take an online entrance assessment (Maths, English, Reasoning) at their current school, have an interview with parents present, and the school requests a reference. Sixth Form offers are based on interview and predicted GCSEs (at least 30 points from top 5 grades). Acceptances with a deposit secure places.
Assessments
- Online entrance assessment (Maths, English, Reasoning)
- Interview with a member of the leadership team
- School reference and report
- Sixth Form interview with Head of Sixth Form
Registration deadline: Thursday 12th November
Offers scholarships and bursaries.
Source: school admissions page
School bus routes
| Route | Areas served | First pick-up |
|---|---|---|
| Route 1 | Rickmansworth, Croxley Green, Two Bridges, Watford Town Hall | 07:30 |
| Route 2 | Moffats Lane, Brookmans Park, Potter Bar, Barnet High ST, Arkley, Glenhaven Ave | 07:15 |
| Route 3 | Beech Hill, Cock Fosters Station, East Barnet Village, Totteridge & Whetstone, Mill Hill | 07:15 |
| Route 4 | Kings Drive, Empire Way, Wembley Hill Road, Preston Road Station, Kingsbury, Queensbury, Stanmore Station | 07:15 |
| Route 5 | Headstone Road, Harrow, Pinner, Hatch End | 07:15 |
| Route 6 | Fortis Green Road, Woodside Ave, Great North Road, Market Place, Brookland Rise | 07:15 |
Source: school transport page
About and location
- Ages
- 3–19
- Pupils
- 849
- Gender
- Mixed
- Boarding
- Boarding school
- Religious character
- Church of England
- Phone
- 01923858122
- Address
- Elstree, Elstree, WD6 3AJ
- Website
- aldenham.com
School details from the Department for Education's register of schools (Open Government Licence). Dates, fees, admissions and bus routes are from the school's own website. Report a correction.