Rooted in tradition, prepared for the future

For over a century, St Anthony’s School has been a cornerstone of Catholic preparatory education. Founded by Richard Patton in Eastbourne in 1892, the school relocated to its current site in Hampstead in the 1950s. Today, it continues to offer an exceptional educational journey, from its co-educational nursery (ages 2.5–4) to its academically rigorous preparatory school for boys (ages 4–13), setting the standard for independent education in North London.

 At St Anthony’s, faith and academic ambition go hand in hand. The school’s Catholic ethos shapes its commitment to instilling kindness, respect, and resilience in every pupil. Boys are encouraged to be curious learners and independent thinkers, prepared to take risks and thrive.

The school’s curriculum fosters excellence in both the arts and sciences, ensuring pupils are not only ready for the leading independent senior schools in London but are also equipped with the intellectual curiosity and discipline to excel there. With nearly 300 boys from diverse backgrounds and all faiths, St Anthony’s remains a community where creativity and pastoral care are just as important as academic success.

This seamless, continuous journey from nursery to prep school creates a foundation that prepares pupils for life beyond education – ready to lead, contribute, and inspire.