When was Harrow School officially founded?

Q: When was Harrow School officially founded?


A: Harrow School was officially founded by John Lyon under a Royal Charter of Elizabeth I in 1572.

Q: Where is Harrow School located?


A: Harrow School is located in Harrow on the Hill, now in the London Borough of Harrow.

Q: How many students attend the school?


A: The school has about 800 students.

Q: Is it a fee-paying school?


A: Yes, Harrow is an independent fee-paying school, of the type known in Britain as public schools. The equivalent term in the US would probably be private schools.

Q: What are the annual fees at Harrow?


A: The annual fees at Harrow are at present £41,775 per year, which includes board, tuition and textbooks.

Q: What percentage of pupils got 5 A*-C GCSE grades including English and Maths in 2013?


A: In 2013 66% of pupils got 5 A*-C GCSE grades including English and Maths.

Q: How many famous men have gone to Harrow?



A: Famous men who went to Harrow include Benedict Cumberbatch, eight prime ministers (seven UK and the first Prime Minister of India), Lord Byron, James Blunt, C. W. Alcock, and John Amery.

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