Address: 60 Bassett Road, London W10 6JP
Website: bassetths.org.uk
Founded: 1947
Pupils: 151, coed aged 2-11
Termly Fees: £8,896-£9,179
Head Teacher: Mr Christopher Woodward
Religious Affiliation: Non-denominational
Entrance Procedure: Priority placement to siblings and children of alumni; taster and assessment morning for all children
School Visits: Regular stay and plays and personal tours available
Contact: [email protected] or 020 3866 2299
The Curriculum
The school offers a bespoke, future-focused Bassett Baccalaureate curriculum, which is taught by specialists for the best outcomes. Much-loved traditions meet innovation in the curriculum; it is crammed with creativity, critical thinking, communication and collaboration. Small class sizes are combined with expert staff committed to making learning memorable. Academic scholarships are available.
Sport & The Arts
Bassett House is an arts-rich school that places huges importance on the learning of art, drama and music. The teaching of these three subjects by specialist teachers engages children with the arts from the age of two. Scholarships are offered in music and sport.
Pastoral Care
The school has a homely feel and it is a place where parents say their child is more nurtured, known and seen. Staff consider it a privilege to educate the children and ‘communication stations’ support pupils who need a boost.
Exit Destinations
Year seven leavers go on to some of London’s most academically selective schools, including Latymer Upper and St Pauls’ Girls. Bassett House prepares children for a wide range of different senior schools, mostly in London but some further afield, such as Marlborough.
Head Teacher’s Philosophy
To focus on what children can do, because we know that achievement comes in all forms. At Bassett, we proudly celebrate our most academically able pupils and we also celebrate those for whom success is richly deserved in many and multiple other ways.
