About the school
The John Lyon School describes itself as a co-ed independent school for ages 2-18. Its senior campus is on Middle Road, Harrow-on-the-Hill, London HA2 0HN, and Year 7 applicants sit English and Mathematics written examinations plus a group activity and discussion.
| School type | Independent (fee-paying) · Co-educational |
|---|---|
| Age range | 2-18 |
| Headteacher | Mrs Rose Hardy |
| Sixth form | Yes |
📅 Open days: Most families begin exploring options from Year 4 with a visit to the Open Day in the Autumn Term, or to one of the School in Action Mornings.
Entrance exam
| Exam board / format | Bespoke test |
|---|---|
| Delivery | Paper-based |
| Subjects tested | English, Mathematics |
📄 Free The John Lyon School practice papers (PDF)
Admissions & catchment
| Catchment | To be confirmed |
|---|
Key dates
| Registration opens | To be confirmed |
|---|---|
| Registration deadline | To be confirmed |
| Typical exam date | To be confirmed |
The latest 11+ page found gives Key Dates for 2027 entry: deadline for 11+ applications 31 October, 4pm; entrance examination on Wednesday 18 November 2026 or Thursday 19 November 2026; scholarship assessment dates to be published on 1 September 2026; candidates are assessed in the autumn term of Year 6; results are emailed in the second week of February; successful applicants receive an offer letter the Friday before February half-term. No 2028-entry dates were stated.
More schools in Harrow
- Harrow School — ISEB
- Heartwood House — Format to confirm
- North London Collegiate School — Bespoke test