Aldenham School
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ⓘ Why Aldenham School?
Aldenham School is an independent co-educational boarding school in Hertfordshire, founded in 1597. Over four centuries, it has built a reputation for combining academic rigour with a warm, supportive atmosphere. Character and curiosity are valued just as highly as grades.
Graduates go on to leading UK universities, including Russell Group institutions. The school offers A-Levels across a wide range of subjects, an extensive sports programme, a professional-standard theatre, music and fine arts.
The campus is located in the village of Elstree, 14 miles from central London. Elstree & Borehamwood station connects the school to the capital in around 20 minutes. The spacious grounds include sports fields, modern teaching facilities and boarding houses.
Graduates go on to leading UK universities, including Russell Group institutions. The school offers A-Levels across a wide range of subjects, an extensive sports programme, a professional-standard theatre, music and fine arts.
The campus is located in the village of Elstree, 14 miles from central London. Elstree & Borehamwood station connects the school to the capital in around 20 minutes. The spacious grounds include sports fields, modern teaching facilities and boarding houses.
🎓 Nearly 430 years of educational heritage — one of Britain's oldest schools
🏰 Historic estate in Hertfordshire — 110 acres of beautiful grounds, 20 minutes from central London
👥 Around 600 pupils from 30+ countries — a unique blend of British tradition and international community
🏡 7 boarding houses — a home-from-home environment with individual attention for every student
📚 Day and boarding options — flexible arrangements for families
🎯 Programmes for ages 3 to 18 — a complete British education from Nursery to A-Level
🏰 Historic estate in Hertfordshire — 110 acres of beautiful grounds, 20 minutes from central London
👥 Around 600 pupils from 30+ countries — a unique blend of British tradition and international community
🏡 7 boarding houses — a home-from-home environment with individual attention for every student
📚 Day and boarding options — flexible arrangements for families
🎯 Programmes for ages 3 to 18 — a complete British education from Nursery to A-Level
📹 Additional School Videos
What’s in our video archive:
✓ Boarding accommodation
✓ Student interviews
✓ Interview with the Head
✓ Lessons and academic programme
✓ Food and facilities
✓ Life beyond the classroom
✓ Student interviews
✓ Interview with the Head
✓ Lessons and academic programme
✓ Food and facilities
✓ Life beyond the classroom
Exclusive School Video Library
Our exclusive video library gives you a genuine, behind-the-scenes view of the school — far beyond polished brochures and marketing materials.
See how students actually live, study and spend their time before making an important decision.
See how students actually live, study and spend their time before making an important decision.
🫰 Tuition fees
With on-campus boarding
from £ 50,000
per year
(11–18 years)
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📋 Independent analytical report on
Aldenham School
Aldenham School
What is report reveals:
✓ Student nationalities and international mix
✓ Balance of boys and girls
✓ Proportion of overseas and UK students
✓ Number of boarders and day pupils
✓ Age range across the school
✓ Boarding capacity and accommodation style
✓ Academic pathways and educational focus
✓ School atmosphere, culture and daily environment
✓ 📄View a sample report (PDF)
✓ Balance of boys and girls
✓ Proportion of overseas and UK students
✓ Number of boarders and day pupils
✓ Age range across the school
✓ Boarding capacity and accommodation style
✓ Academic pathways and educational focus
✓ School atmosphere, culture and daily environment
✓ 📄View a sample report (PDF)
👉 Request a report
for your chosen school
for your chosen school
Make a confident, well-informed decision based on real data, not marketing.
🤫Why Apply with MARYADI?
First-Hand Knowledge of Schools
We will help you choose the right school for your child, based on your family’s goals and preferences. Our team will take time to understand your child’s needs and future plans to recommend the most suitable options.
Real
Video Tours
Video Tours
We film schools from the inside — campuses, boarding houses, lessons and interviews. You see what everyday life really looks like through genuine footage, not staged marketing materials. This provides a clear and honest picture before making a decision.
In-House
UK Guardianship
UK Guardianship
Our licensed UK guardianship company supports your child throughout their education. We meet all school requirements and provide ongoing care, supervision and communication with families. This ensures safety, stability and peace of mind at all times.
Exclusive Insider Information
We hold detailed insights rarely available publicly, including boarding life, student mix, living arrangements and overall atmosphere. This helps us identify the environment where each child will feel comfortable and succeed academically.
Access
to 300+ Schools
to 300+ Schools
As members of BBSN — a network covering the vast majority of UK boarding schools — we have access to around 300 institutions. This allows us to recommend the strongest options without being limited to a narrow partner list.
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⭐ About us in numbers
We're proud that our community grows stronger every year
2006
Year founded
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Happy families
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Countries
🌎 Trusted reputation
We're proud to have earned trust and recognition in the education sector through our many accreditations. They reflect our commitment to high standards and quality. See our accreditations below — and feel confident that you're in good hands.
🧑🎓 Key facts about Aldenham School
📗 At a glance
⚫ Founded in 1597
⚫ Age range: 3 to 18 (boarding from age 11)
⚫ GCSE, A-Level and BTEC programmes — academic and vocational pathways
⚫ A 110-acre campus in Hertfordshire
⚫ Modern teaching facilities, sports centres and creative studios
📊 Results and statistics
⚫ 70% of A-Level students achieved grades A*–B
⚫ 85% of GCSE students achieved grades 9–5 (A*–B)
⚫ 95% of leavers secure places at their chosen universities
⚫ Graduates go on to leading universities: Russell Group, Durham, Bath, Bristol, Warwick
⚫ Strong progression rates into Medicine, Engineering and Business programmes
📍 Location
⚫ 20 minutes by car from central London
⚫ Located in the village of Elstree in scenic Hertfordshire
⚫ 15 minutes to Radlett station with a direct train to London St Pancras
⚫ Close to Luton Airport (20 min) and Heathrow (40 min)
⚫ On campus: theatre, sports centre, swimming pool, tennis courts and music school
🏆 Boarding life
⚫ 7 boarding houses (on and off campus)
⚫ Boarding Houses: Martineau's, Riding's, Woolfe's for boys; Paull's for girls
⚫ Sports on offer: rugby, hockey, cricket, netball, athletics, swimming, tennis, football
⚫ Resident House Parents and tutors in every house
⚫ Extra-curricular activities: music, drama, Duke of Edinburgh Award, debating, robotics
📋 Admissions roadmap
Here's what happens at every step
Getting to know MARYADI
During our initial meeting, we'll discuss the key aspects of the British education system, available programmes, and school options. We'll walk you through the most important factors to consider so you can make a well-informed decision.
Choosing a school
Choosing a school is one of the most important steps. There are around 500 independent schools in England, each with its own character and strengths. Our team knows these schools inside out and will help you find the best match for your child — based on real experience, not marketing.
Application and admissions
To apply, you'll need a complete set of documents: application forms, school reports, references, and test results. The MARYADI team will help you prepare everything properly at each stage to avoid any mistakes.
Paying fees directly to the school
We ensure full transparency with all payments. Fees are paid directly to the school — your money is protected at every stage. With our guidance, you're investing in a quality education for your child.
Starting school
Starting at a new school is a big moment for both the student and the family. We understand how important this is, so our goal is to make sure you feel fully prepared and confident.
What are your chances of getting in?
Every case is unique — and so are your chances. We'll look at your child's full profile, from grades to hobbies, and give you a personalised assessment with tips to strengthen the application.
ⓘ Why do you need professional support?
Applying to British schools involves many nuances and requires a deep understanding of the UK education system. Without professional support, it's easy to miss important details or make mistakes that could affect the outcome.
Our team has years of experience working with leading schools in England and knows each school's requirements inside out. We help prepare documents correctly, organise testing and interviews, and advise on visa applications.
Our team has years of experience working with leading schools in England and knows each school's requirements inside out. We help prepare documents correctly, organise testing and interviews, and advise on visa applications.
We develop a tailored admissions strategy based on your child's academic level, interests, and goals. We support your family every step of the way — from choosing a school to securing a place. With professional guidance, your chances of getting into a top British school increase significantly.
We help you avoid common pitfalls and give you confidence in a successful outcome — especially in a competitive international admissions landscape.
We help you avoid common pitfalls and give you confidence in a successful outcome — especially in a competitive international admissions landscape.