About St Mary’s

Welcome to St Mary’s School, Hampstead. Located in a vibrant area of North London, St Mary’s is an independent Catholic Prep School dedicated to educating girls aged 2 ½ to 11 years and boys aged 2 ½ to 4 years. Nestled in the picturesque neighbourhood of Hampstead, St Mary’s values and cherishes the unique contributions each child brings to our diverse school community. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment, welcoming children from a variety of communities and faith backgrounds, or none, ensuring that all benefit from our school’s core values.

St. Mary’s strives to nurture an active partnership between home, school, parish, and the wider North London community. We are an excellent choice for families in North London who want their children to receive an outstanding education in a safe, nurturing, and inspiring locale. We invite you to schedule a tour or join us for our next Open Morning to experience first-hand the warm and welcoming environment of our community. As a top-rated London Prep School, we offer a rich and varied curriculum aimed at engaging and challenging our students while nurturing a lifelong love of learning. Our academic programmes are enriched by a wide range of extracurricular activities, allowing all pupils the opportunity to explore their interests and develop their talents. From music and drama to sports and languages, we provide a comprehensive education that prepares our pupils for future success.

Welcome to St Mary’s School, Hampstead

Our school strives to nurture an active partnership between home, school, parish, and the wider North London community. Situated in one of London’s most affluent and scenic areas, our school is an excellent choice for families in North London who want their daughters to receive an outstanding education in a safe, nurturing, and inspiring place.

“Our St Mary’s Way is the spirit by which we live: to treat other people as you would like to be treated, to do your best to be your best, to be honest and truthful, to listen to each other, to be kind and helpful, to forgive, and to share.”

Charlotte Owen, Headmistress
Open Morning - Friday 6 March

All are warmly invited to visit us. Hear from our Headmistress, explore our beautiful facilities and experience the St. Mary’s magic.

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Top 5 UK Prep School 2024 & 2025 | Shortlisted: Small Independent School of the Year 2025