St Martin’s School and the Haberdashers’ Family of Schools
St Martin’s School and the Haberdashers’ Family of Schools
St Martin’s School is part of the Haberdashers’ family of schools, alongside Habs Boys, Habs Girls, Little Habs and Lochinver House School. Each school has its own distinctive identity and character, but all share a commitment to academic excellence, outstanding pastoral care and helping young people develop the knowledge, skills and character to thrive.
Located in Northwood, St Martin’s is a highly regarded independent prep school for boys. For many years, St Martin’s pupils have successfully progressed to Habs Boys and gone on to flourish academically, socially and personally. Becoming part of the Haberdashers’ family formalised this long-standing relationship and created a clearer, more connected educational journey for families.
While each school remains distinctive, being part of the same family allows us to share expertise, resources and opportunities, ensuring that pupils benefit from the strengths of a wider educational community while retaining the qualities that make each school special.
A Preferential Pathway to Habs Boys
As part of the Haberdashers’ family, St Martin’s pupils benefit from a preferential pathway to Habs Boys.
This pathway provides a natural route for families who wish their son to continue his educational journey within the Haberdashers’ family of schools. It offers greater continuity and familiarity, while ensuring that every boy is considered as an individual and supported in finding the environment in which he will flourish academically, socially and personally.
The pathway reflects the close relationship between our schools, our shared educational philosophy and our commitment to supporting every pupil’s long-term success.
Further information – Preferential Pathway
The Benefits of Being Part of One Family
Shared Educational Values
St Martin’s and Habs Boys share a commitment to academic ambition, exceptional pastoral care and the development of character alongside intellectual achievement. This alignment creates a strong foundation for pupils progressing through the family of schools, while preserving the unique culture and traditions of each school.
Enhanced Educational Opportunities
Being part of a larger family of schools provides access to wider expertise, shared best practice and additional opportunities for pupils and staff. Collaboration between schools strengthens teaching and learning and supports continued investment in educational excellence.
Long-Term Sustainability
The scale and strength of the Haberdashers’ family supports long-term financial resilience and sustainability. This helps ensure continued investment in staff, facilities, resources and pupil opportunities across all schools.
A Connected Community
Families benefit from being part of a wider educational community united by shared values and a common purpose. Strong relationships between the schools create opportunities for collaboration, support and shared experiences.
Protecting a Proud Legacy
A key priority is preserving the distinctive identity, traditions and values that make St Martin’s special. Being part of the Haberdashers’ family helps safeguard that legacy while creating new opportunities for future generations of boys.
Together, St Martin’s, Habs Boys, Habs Girls, Little Habs and Lochinver House School form a family of schools united by a belief in the potential of every child and a commitment to helping young people develop the knowledge, character and confidence to make a positive impact in the world.
