Private schools in Putney- thoughts, views, comments??

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We're hoping our DCs will get into the local (church) primary school but it's a slim chance so considering private as well.
Anyone have children at the Roche, Lion House, Hurlingham etc? Are your children happy there? Just after any info really. Thanks

I have two children at The Roche and I can say that it is hands down the kindest, most nurturing school I have come across and I only wished it went all the way through to secondary. There is a very high staff to child ratio there - far higher than any other school both north and south of the river that we looked at. This means that every child's needs are met - be they academically gifted or those that need extra support. Their leavers list is once again impressive this year. I went to 3 open mornings (hiding in the back row for fear of looking nuts third time round) before signing up as I wanted to get the school absolutely right. All the year 6 children who showed me around with great passion and enthusiasm were beautifully confident without being arrogant - and that is a fine line to tread. That's what did it for me in the end - I thought if my children turn out like these then I will be thrilled