Stunning homes for sale near London’s best schools
Finding the perfect family home is one thing, but finding a perfect home in the right school catchment area opens up a whole new list of location-led criteria
Whatever your age, September always brings with it that back-to-school feeling but, if you’ve got a little one starting in reception this year, you’ll know that that all-important first day actually marks the finish line in a fraught battle to secure a place in an exceptional school. How to boost your chances of securing that spot? By living in the right catchment area, of course. From Highgate, Hampstead and St John’s Wood to Belgravia, Wimbledon, Bayswater and Wandsworth, we’ve rounded up the best family homes for sale near London’s most sought after public and private schools.
Coombe Private Estate, Near Richmond Park, KT2
An exquisite modern masterpiece, this super-luxurious seven-bedroom, eight-bathroom home spans an enormous 11,446 square feet and comes with a slew of remarkable amenities. Sitting within the discreet and prestigious Coombe Estate, conceived by top architect Andrew Long, standout features include a triple-height marble reception hall, a lift that services all floors, and from the entrance, double doors that lead into a stunning kitchen and family room.
Floor-to-ceiling glass panels frame a magnificent swimming pool suite, complete with a 10-metre pool and jacuzzi, and views out to the beautifully landscaped garden, while upstairs each bedroom is more beautiful than the last. Ideally located for Marymount International School London, one of the UK’s top international schools, while Rokeby School and Holy Cross Preparatory are also nearby, and are known for their outstanding academic results and nurturing ethos.
Listed for £14.5m, visit sothebysrealty.co.uk
Rosslyn Hill, Hampstead, NW3
A unique Grade II-listed six-bedroom family home, this period gem dates to 1702 and is bursting with both character and potential. Located on the picturesque Rosslyn Hill, in the foothills of leafy Hampstead Village, it is perfectly located for top schools including South Hampstead, Devonshire House, UCS, the UCL Academy, and North Bridge House, which has now been purchased by Dulwich’s highly regarded Alleyn’s Schools Group.
Spanning a vast 4,494 square feet, it is set across four floors and is filled with original features throughout, from the grand dining room and drawing room, to two further reception rooms and a traditional kitchen with Aga, utility room, and office. This rare home also benefits from a self-contained apartment, garage, gated off-street parking for multiple cars, a summerhouse, large wine cellar and an exquisite mature private garden.
Listed for £11.5m, visit knightfrank.com
Property 125, Artisan Tower, Wandsworth Mills, SW18
Affectionally named ‘Nappy Valley’, thanks it its ranking among the top 10 boroughs with primary schools rated Outstanding by Ofsted, this expansive two-bedroom home in Wandsworth's Artisan Tower is a sophisticated and stylish club-style retreat. With numerous leading independent primary and secondary schools on the doorstep, including Thomas's Battersea (made famous by royal pupils Prince George and Princess Charlotte) and Broomwood, this stunning development is set in a beautifully restored Grade II-listed building. Benefits include landscaped open spaces, including sunken gardens, a roof terrace, pedestrian bridges and bank-side walks, with 210 metres of new riverside frontage and a tropical paradise pool. It’s the perfect place for a small family unit.
Listed for £1,180,000, visit berkeleygroup.co.uk
Eaton Square, Belgravia, SW14
This regal and imposing fully renovated two-bedroom, two-bathroom raised ground floor apartment sits on the sought-after corner of Eaton Square and Eaton Gate. A classic white stucco-fronted building, the generous 1,350 square foot space benefits from its own private entrance, opening onto a welcoming landing with a striking skylit bar area and bespoke integrated bar.
The property also comprises a well-appointed kitchen and a remarkable double reception room, with standout period features including near to 4m ceilings, original coving, a fireplace, and three oversized windows framing direct views onto Eaton Square. Just a stone’s throw from Eaton Square prep school, an outstanding coeducational independent school for pre-nursery to Year 6, other top local schools include Eaton House Belgravia, Knightsbridge School and Francis Holland.
Listed for £4,000,000, visit johndwood.co.uk
Stormont Road, Highgate, N6
An exceptional eight bedroom detached family home located in beautiful Highgate, this impressive property is set behind private gates, creating a secluded sanctuary on one of the area’s prime residential roads. Boasting 12,788 square feet of sprawling and practical lateral space, this gorgeous home also benefits from a sweeping carriage driveway for up to four cars and a handsomely maintained rear garden. Conveniently positioned near Highgate Village's amenities, as well as Hampstead Heath, top schools nearby include Highgate School, Hampstead Fine Arts College, UCS, and Channing, to name but a few.
Listed for £14.95m, visit knightfrank.co.uk
Goldhawk Road, Hammersmith, W12
A beacon in design-led family living, this gorgeous five-bedroom home boasts bold interiors and an enviable landscaped garden that leads to Ravenscourt Park. Curated by Bobo Design Studio, it is full of contemporary character and style, from an uplifting colour palette to intelligent use of light and glass. Uniquely landscaped by Chelsea Flower Show winner Jonathan Snow, the glorious garden features a patio with outdoor kitchen, a pool with a nature mural by Mathilde de l’Ecotais, and an en suite summer house. Several top London schools are located near Hammersmith, including both state and independent options: St Paul's Girls' School, Latymer Upper School, Godolphin and Latymer School, West London Free School, and Hammersmith Academy are all top-tier contenders.
Listed for £4.95m, visit domusnova.com
Palace Court, Bayswater, W2
Set within a handsome period façade in the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea, this gorgeous Bayswater apartment is both classic and contemporary. Top features include a stunning Italian kitchen that opens onto a hidden private terrace, and an impressive principal suite that leads directly onto an artfully curated garden, with an adjoining library space. Located less than five minutes from the highly prestigious Wetherby & Pembridge Hall, other top local schools include St Paul's and St Paul’s Girls' School.
Listed for £2.5m, visit knightfrank.co.uk
Crooked Billet, Wimbledon, SW19
A stunning three-bedroom cottage set within the beautiful Crooked Billet area of Wimbledon Common, this adorable cottage is full of charm and originality. Beautiful period features have been meticulously restored and improved throughout, resulting in a sophisticated front reception room with a feature fireplace and a central dining room that leads to a fitted kitchen at the rear. The standout property also boasts a pretty and private walled garden. With many excellent private and public schools in the area, top contenders include Wimbledon Chase Primary School and King’s College School.
Listed for £1.4m, visit knightfrank.co.uk
Alexander Street, Notting Hill, W2
A four-bedroom townhouse that blends period charm and contemporary living with flair, this five-storey home unfolds to reveal a series of well-balanced and well-appointed living spaces. Filled with natural light via tall sash windows, the open-plan reception space boasts a marble fireplace, while a bespoke bookshelf serves as a stylish and practical partition from the modern Boffi kitchen to the rear.
A decked balcony offers a secluded outside spot away from the private southwest-facing garden below. Two reception rooms offer versatility and volume on the first floor, while up another flight, the principal bedroom enjoys the privacy of a level to itself. Generous in scale and soothing in palette, there are a range of great schools on the doorstep, too, from Chepstow House School to Pembridge Hall and Norland Place.
Listed for £5.35m, visit domusnova.com
Chelsea Park Gardens, Chelsea, SW3
Perfectly positioned to enjoy the very best of Chelsea living, and just a short stroll from the King’s Road, Sloane Square and Fulham Road, this sprawling 4,500 square foot home is spread over five floors set within the exclusive and serene Carlyle Conservation Area. Currently a showcase for the owner’s gallery-worthy collection of large-scale modern art (collection available via separate negotiation), as well as modern family living, notable features include a light-filled entrance hall, a voluminous kitchen, and five glorious bedrooms. Highly regarded schools in the area, both state and independent, include Cameron Vale, Francis Holland Prep School, Marlborough Primary School, Knightsbridge School, More House School, and the globally-renowned Inchbald School of Design.
Listed for £12.5m, visit dexters.co.uk
Greville Road, St John's Wood, NW6
Once the home of international supermodel and national treasure Kate Moss, this incredible Victorian stucco fronted house is spread over 4,740 square feet and features a vast and captivating walled garden. This great family home is practically oriented, offering 5/6 bedrooms, an elegant ground floor drawing room leading onto a full-width terrace and a large kitchen/family room opening onto the garden. There is also secure gated parking for several cars. Just a short distance from the American School in London (ASL), and just 300 metres from St George's Catholic School, rated 'Outstanding', there are numerous top schools in every direction.
Listed for £5.95m, visit arlingtonresidential.com
