Hampton Court House

The school’s philosophy centres on "achievement with heart," fostering curiosity, creativity, and critical thinking. It promotes an ethos of "purposeful informality," where teachers and students address each other by their first names to cultivate confidence and self-awareness. The school values guided freedom, student voice, and a commitment to sustainability, as evidenced by its Harmony Project accreditation and Eco-Schools Green Flag with Distinction.

The school offers an all-through curriculum from Early Years (Pre-nursery to Year 2) through to Prep (Years 3–6) and Senior (Years 7–13). Academic offerings include a LabelFrancÉducation accredited French bilingual programme, GCSEs, and A Levels. The Sixth Form features the award-winning 'Prepared for Life' programme, which integrates academic study with leadership, cultural literacy, and personal development. Experiential learning is embedded across the curriculum, including music, performing arts, and sports.

Pastoral care is described as the "golden thread" of the school, with an emphasis on mental health, wellbeing, and emotional literacy. The school provides additional learning provision and maintains small class sizes to allow for individualised support and tailored lessons. Sixth Form students benefit from leadership coaching and a 'Prepared for Life' programme that includes academic support, wellbeing initiatives, and cultural literacy.

Hampton Court House is an all-through independent co-educational day school for students aged 2–18. The admissions process varies by entry point, with trial mornings or days required for Pre-Nursery to Year 2, and online GL assessments for Year 3 to Year 10. The school is part of the Dukes Education family, which offers a guaranteed entry policy at key stages—Nursery, Reception, Year 7, and Year 12—subject to place availability and a child's ability to thrive within the school's ethos. Applications for September 2027 entry close on 13 November 2026, with entrance assessments and group interviews scheduled for January 2027.

The school operates on a termly basis, with the academic year typically concluding in early July. The calendar includes a variety of events such as sports days, music and dance showcases, prize-giving ceremonies, and end-of-term celebrations. Weekly Open Mornings are held during term-time for prospective families.

Located in a parkland environment near Bushy Park, the campus features a range of facilities including a Main Hall, East and West Courts, a conservatory, a theatre, and science laboratories. The school also provides dedicated spaces for its youngest pupils, including 'The Little Courtyard', a nursery, and a Forest School. Students have access to gym facilities for physical wellbeing programmes.