AdmissionsTerm DatesNews
Group of children in red smocks painting at a table with an adult instructor guiding them in a bright classroom
Group of children and a young woman sitting on a bench in a meadow full of wildflowers, smiling and chatting.
Lady Eleanor Holles | Junior School

Junior School

What You’ll Discover at LEH Junior School

Exceptional academic outcomes for highly capable girls — without the pressure of the 11+

Welcome to LEH Junior School, an independent junior school in Hampton, within easy reach of families across south west London, Surrey and Berkshire, a place where curiosity, creativity, and confidence thrive in equal measure. Here, girls are encouraged to ask questions, explore their passions, and embrace every opportunity with open hearts and bold minds.

We are proud to be a happy, inclusive community where every girl is valued for who she is. Whether in the classroom, on the sports field, on stage or beyond, LEH Junior pupils are supported to grow as learners and individuals in an environment full of possibility.

Your daughter’s LEH journey begins here: a Junior School not a preparatory or prep school as we believe that children thrive when exploring subjects, rather than just preparing for 11 Plus examinations. Here there is no examination to interrupt the adventure. Instead, she will move seamlessly through to the Senior School, learning and thriving across our beautiful 24-acre campus, shared by both schools.

Each morning our shared coach network brings girls to school from across Surrey and south west London, from Esher and Thames Ditton, Kingston and Richmond, Ascot and Windsor and everywhere in between.

Two young girls in red smocks hug and smile at a craft table in a classroom art room.

We believe that education is about more than academic achievement – it’s about nurturing confidence, resilience, and a lifelong love of learning. Our inspiring curriculum and extensive co-curricular programme are designed to spark imagination, develop independence, and celebrate originality. Whether it’s experimenting in the Science lab, creating in the Art and DT studio, exploring a musical instrument, or leading a sustainability initiative, there’s always something exciting around the corner.

With leadership responsibilities across year groups, we help our pupils develop their social awareness and provide opportunities for everyone to contribute to their school and community. Through our Pupil Peer Mentors, Big Sister Buddies, School Council and Eco Squad, our pupils bring our school values to life through their thoughtful acts of kindness and compassion.

We’re passionate about protecting the world our girls will inherit. As a proud Green Flag Eco School, we are deeply committed to environmental responsibility and sustainability. Our pupils play a leading role in helping us achieve and maintain this prestigious status – from energy-saving projects and biodiversity drives to waste reduction and eco-campaigns. These real-world initiatives instil a sense of purpose, community, and climate-conscious leadership from an early age.

At LEH Junior School, learning is full of joy, challenge and discovery. Supported by our talented and caring staff, every girl is encouraged to take risks, learn from mistakes, and flourish – personally and academically.

We can’t wait to welcome your family to our vibrant community, where bold beginnings truly start.

Welcome to LEH Junior School

Welcome to LEH Junior School, where girls are free to be curious, creative and confident in a happy, supportive environment. I’m delighted to be joining this wonderful community, where bright minds are encouraged to ask questions, challenge themselves and embrace every opportunity that comes their way and at LEH Junior School there are many! Here, every voice is heard, every girl is known as an individual, and every child is encouraged to shine and grow, whether in the classroom, on the sports field, on stage or beyond. 

Here is where your LEH journey begins, with no 11+ exam to interrupt the adventure. Instead, our girls move seamlessly through to the Senior School, learning, growing and thriving across our beautiful 24-acre campus. 

Every day at LEH Junior School is vibrant and full of possibility. Our inspiring curriculum and rich co-curricular programme are designed to ignite a love of learning and develop confident, resilient learners who are willing to have a go, make mistakes and try again. Whether it’s designing in the Art & DT studio, investigating in the Science lab, relaxing in our Wellbeing Garden or leading a charity or sustainability initiative, there’s always something exciting around the corner, the only challenge is deciding what to try next! 

Our talented team of teachers and teaching assistants know each child as an individual, supporting their wellbeing as much as their academic journey. We know that children flourish when they feel happy, safe and valued, and our nurturing, inclusive community gives every girl the confidence to be herself and the courage to achieve her very best. 

LEH Junior pupils benefit from outstanding facilities, including dedicated Art, Computing, Music, netball and tennis courts and reading spaces plus access to state-of-the-art facilities at the Senior School, just across the bridge. From the theatre and sports hall to the swimming pool and playing fields, our campus offers endless opportunities to discover new interests and develop existing talents. 

As I prepare to join LEH Junior School, I feel incredibly excited to become part of such an enthusiastic community of pupils, staff and families. I can’t wait to get to know each girl, celebrate all that makes her unique, and see her grow in confidence along with her family. LEH girls are energetic, kind and full of potential, and together we will continue to bring our values to life every day. 

 I look forward to welcoming you to a place where confidence takes root, friendships flourish and bold futures begin.

Iona Carmody
Head LEH Junior School

Girl in a red cardigan and striped dress smiles at a woman outdoors under a wooden structure.

Our wonderful Head Girl and Deputy Head girl interviewed Junior School Head, Iona Carmody on everything from what makes a good junior school, to her favourite school subjects and what type of holidays she enjoys!

You can click on the link in the photo for the full video or read the Q&A here.

 

By continuing to focus on the full curriculum instead of intensive 11+ preparation, children benefit from broader, more meaningful learning that supports stronger academic outcomes beyond a single entrance exam.

The Power of An All-Girls’ Education

At LEH Junior School, we believe there is something powerful about an all-girls’ education. From the very start of their school journey, our pupils are encouraged to be curious, ambitious and bold – without the limits of stereotypes or expectations.

In our classrooms, girls lead every discussion, solve every problem and take on every role. They see that every subject, from Science and Computing to Sport and the Arts, belongs to them. This freedom creates a culture where confidence and self-belief flourish naturally, and where girls feel safe to try, to fail, and to succeed.

Research shows that girls thrive academically and personally in single-sex settings, developing stronger voices and a willingness to embrace leadership. At LEH, we see this every day. Our pupils are resilient, collaborative and enthusiastic learners who support and celebrate each other’s achievements.

An all-girls’ education is not about shielding pupils from the wider world but equipping them to shape it. At LEH Junior School, your daughter will discover her passions, grow her strengths, and learn that her future has no boundaries.

Don’t just take our word for it

Click on the video to hear from our Junior School Pupils.

The school seems to have the balance between academics, creativity and wellbeing just right and we would agree with the parent who said, ‘They are doing a cracking job!’

Good Schools Guide, 2025

A walk across the sports fields and across a bridge above a bubbling brook – Lady Eleanor Holles Junior School is a …vibrant, high-flying prep. No hothousing here, but certainly no slouching on the academic front.

Talk Education

@LEHJuniors

🍂 Autumn term clubs are here! 💙

From Chess, Coding and STEM to Choir, Drama, Netball, Ecology, Cookery and Musical Theatre, there’s something for everyone at LEH Junior School.

Whether discovering a new skill, exploring a passion, getting active or making new friends, our clubs offer plenty of opportunities to learn, create and have fun beyond the classroom. ✨

We can’t wait to see what our pupils get up to this term! 💙

@lehschoolofficial @hollesconnect #BoldFuturesStartHere #boldbeginningsstarthere

15 0
Open post by lehjuniors with ID 18114443455796486
🍂 Autumn term clubs are here! 💙 From Chess, Coding and STEM to Choir, Drama, Netball, Ecology, Cookery and Musical Theatre, there’s something for everyone at LEH Junior School. Whether discovering a new skill, exploring a passion, getting active or making new friends, our clubs offer plenty of opportunities to learn, create and have fun beyond the classroom. ✨ We can’t wait to see what our pupils get up to this term! 💙 @lehschoolofficial @hollesconnect #BoldFuturesStartHere #boldbeginningsstarthere

Ready to discover something brilliant? ✨

Join us for our Junior School Discovery Day on Saturday 10 October - a fun-filled opportunity for girls to experience life at LEH for themselves.

They’ll play, explore, create, and discover, getting stuck into exciting activities and enjoying a taste of everything that makes our Junior School such a happy and inspiring place to learn. And while they’re busy having fun, parents can meet our Head and Junior School teachers, ask questions, and discover more about the people, opportunities and experiences that shape an LEH education.

💫 Come curious. Leave inspired.

📅 Saturday 10 October

📍 LEH Junior School

If you can`t make the date, join us instead for our Junior School Open Morning on Wednesday 30 September where you will also be able to tour the school, meet our Head and teachers and hear about what makes us different.

Advanced booking not required.

18 0
Open post by lehjuniors with ID 18175019152382763
Ready to discover something brilliant? ✨ Join us for our Junior School Discovery Day on Saturday 10 October - a fun-filled opportunity for girls to experience life at LEH for themselves. They’ll play, explore, create, and discover, getting stuck into exciting activities and enjoying a taste of everything that makes our Junior School such a happy and inspiring place to learn. And while they’re busy having fun, parents can meet our Head and Junior School teachers, ask questions, and discover more about the people, opportunities and experiences that shape an LEH education. 💫 Come curious. Leave inspired. 📅 Saturday 10 October 📍 LEH Junior School If you can't make the date, join us instead for our Junior School Open Morning on Wednesday 30 September where you will also be able to tour the school, meet our Head and teachers and hear about what makes us different. Advanced booking not required.

A very warm welcome to our new Form 1s! 💙✨ Today marks the beginning of an exciting new chapter as they start their LEH journey. We hope they have a wonderful first day, make lots of new friends and settle into school life brilliantly. Welcome to LEH, Form 1! Your bold beginning starts here! @lehschoolofficial @hollesconnect #boldbeginningsstarthere

25 0
Open post by lehjuniors with ID 18113350597819215
A very warm welcome to our new Form 1s! 💙✨ Today marks the beginning of an exciting new chapter as they start their LEH journey. We hope they have a wonderful first day, make lots of new friends and settle into school life brilliantly. Welcome to LEH, Form 1! Your bold beginning starts here! @lehschoolofficial @hollesconnect #boldbeginningsstarthere

Upper 1 mixed Science and Art, erupting their papier-mâché volcanoes! 🌋#creativityfavoursthebold #boldbeginningsstarthere @lehschoolofficial

20 0
Open post by lehjuniors with ID 18613135195007462
Upper 1 mixed Science and Art, erupting their papier-mâché volcanoes! 🌋#creativityfavoursthebold #boldbeginningsstarthere @lehschoolofficial

Huge congratulations to our Year 6 pupils, Enara and Sophia for getting through to the Olympiad round of the Junior Maths Challenge - a big achievement in itself. Sophia earned a Merit while Enara earned herself a Distinction. We are all so very proud of them!
@lehschoolofficial @hollesconnect #boldbeginningsstarthere #sucessfavoursthebold

34 0
Open post by lehjuniors with ID 18086540408536127
Huge congratulations to our Year 6 pupils, Enara and Sophia for getting through to the Olympiad round of the Junior Maths Challenge - a big achievement in itself. Sophia earned a Merit while Enara earned herself a Distinction. We are all so very proud of them! @lehschoolofficial @hollesconnect #boldbeginningsstarthere #sucessfavoursthebold

More Information

Junior Curriculum
Journey to Senior School
Junior School Extra-Curriculum
Apply NowVisit Us