Highgate School, formally Sir Roger Cholmeley's School at Highgate, is a co-educational independent day school located in Highgate village, North London. Founded in 1565, it educates pupils aged 4 to 18 across its Pre-Prep, Junior, and Senior sections. Situated amidst green spaces, the school combines Victorian architecture with modern facilities. The school claims to focus on scholarship, independence, and fostering a welcoming, outward-looking community. Highgate School was named London Independent School of the Decade by The Sunday Times Schools Guide 2021.