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Aldwickbury School

Co-ed
Church of England
Nursery - Year 8 (Ages 3-13)
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Aldwickbury School is an independent Pre-Prep and Prep School for ages 3-13, situated on 20 acres of grounds on the outskirts of Harpenden, Hertfordshire. The school began its transition to co-education in September 2025 and is projected to be fully co-educational by 2031. The school claims to focus on a holistic education with pastoral care at its heart, encouraging pupils to embrace challenges and be kind. It offers facilities including a STEM Hub, AstroTurf pitches, a swimming pool, and a Sports Hall. Aldwickbury School was named the UK's 'Independent Boys' School of the Year' in 2024.

Selectivity:
Non-selective
Boarding:
Flexi Boarding
Ad-Hoc Boarding

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Last updated on 11 February 2026 (not all data elements were necessarily updated on this date)

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Fees (Day Pupils)

Vs. National Average

-0.9%

Aldwickbury School's fees are 0.9% lower than the national average.

Vs. County Average

+9.0%

Aldwickbury School's fees are 9.0% higher than the county average.

Based on 24 schools in Hertfordshire and 259 nationally.

Note: based on core termly fees including mandatory lunch and learning materials charges but excluding any discounts or other additional charges for extra-curriculars, registration, etc. Please check the schools' official websites for full fees and charges.

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Details

Demonym:Aldwickburians
Founded:1948
Gender Mix:Co-educational
Boarder Mix:Approx. 5.7% of pupils are boarders
School Size: Approx. 388 pupils
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Registered Charity No.:311059
Registered Company No.:00950339
Associations:
Bursaries offered: Yes
Aldwickbury School offers private school bursaries.
Other Facilities:
3D Printer
Allotment
Bee-keeping
Chapel
Drama Studio
Forest School
Health Centre
Laser Cutter
Library
Music Studio
Recording Studio
Theatre

Contact Information

Address

Aldwickbury School, Wheathampstead Road, Harpenden, Hertfordshire, AL5 1AD

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General Enquiries

01582 713022

Admissions

01582 713022