What is Westminster Under School?
Q: What is Westminster Under School?
A: Westminster Under School is a private preparatory school for boys aged 7 to 13 and is part of Westminster School in London.
Q: When was Westminster Under School founded and where was it initially located?
A: Westminster Under School was founded in 1943 and was initially located in the buildings of Westminster School in Little Dean’s Yard, just behind Westminster Abbey.
Q: Where is Westminster Under School located now?
A: Westminster Under School is now located next to Westminster School playing fields in Vincent Square. It moved to this site in 1981, which was a former hospital.
Q: How many pupils attend Westminster Under School?
A: There are 267 pupils attending the school.
Q: What is the musical tradition of Westminster Under School?
A: Westminster Under School has a strong musical tradition and provides choristers for St Margaret's Church, London.
Q: Where do most boys attending Westminster Under School move on to?
A: Most boys attending Westminster Under School move on to Westminster School after the completion of either Common Entrance or Scholarship examinations (The Challenge), although a number of boys each year go onto other schools, most often either Eton or Harrow.
Q: Who are the Master and Deputy Master of Westminster Under School and what are the school fees for 2008-9?
A: The Master is Mrs Elizabeth Hill; the Deputy Master is Mr D. Bratt. There are currently 39 members of staff. The school fees for 2008-9 are £4412 per term.
