Heatherton School Reviews & FAQs

Are you considering Heatherton School for your child? We have put together a number of frequently asked questions (FAQs) about the school to help you.

Reviews of Heatherton School

If you are looking for a rigorous independent review of Heatherton School for prospective parents, you should read the most recent inspection report (details below), undertaken by a team of trained education inspectors from the Independent Schools Inspectorate (ISI). Attain does not write 'school reviews' as we offer facts and not opinions. Discover why 'school reviews' can be so unhelpful for prospective parents in the chapter 'Unhelpful influences' in the Attain Guide 2025, widely praised by Heads for its approach and the advice it offers to parents.

Frequently asked questions about Heatherton School

Where is Heatherton School?

Heatherton School is in Amersham, Buckinghamshire. The school's address is: Copperkins Lane, Amersham, Buckinghamshire, HP6 5QB.

Is Heatherton School for boys or girls?

Heatherton School is a Girls (Boys in Pre-Prep) school.

What type of school is Heatherton School?

Heatherton School is a Pre-Prep & Prep school offering Day places for approximately 150 pupils.

What age do girls join Heatherton School?

Girls can join the school from through until 11 years.

What age do girls join Heatherton School?

Girls can join the school from 2 through until 11 years.

What age do girls join Heatherton School

Heatherton School is for boys only.

What age do boys join Heatherton School?

Boys can join the school from through until 5 years.

What age do boys join Heatherton School?

Boys can join the school from 2 through until 5 years.

What age do boys join Heatherton School

Heatherton School is for girls only.

Who is the Headteacher of Heatherton School?

Nicola Nicoll is the Headteacher. Read more about Nicola Nicoll.

Who owns Heatherton School?

The school is a registered charity managed by trustees. Read more about the charity structure and how it is run on the Charity Commission website. The school is part of the Berkhamsted Schools Group. Read more about the governance of Heatherton School.

When was Heatherton School inspected?

Heatherton School is inspected by the Independent Schools Inspectorate (ISI) on behalf of the Department for Education. Routine inspections take place once every three years. Read the inspection reports for Heatherton School

When is the next Open Event at Heatherton School?

The next event is 'Heatherton Open Event' which will be held on Oct 04, 2025. See more forthcoming events at Heatherton School for prospective parents.

Which schools are the main destinations for Heatherton School leavers?

Pupils from Heatherton School go on to a number of senior schools including:

Who are the main feeder schools for Heatherton School?

'Feeder' schools for Heatherton School include:

Sorry. We do not have feeder school information available for this school.

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