Who are the most famous alumni of Harrow School?

Famous Old Harrovians include statesmen such as Sir Robert Peel, Lord Palmerston, Sir Winston Churchill, first prime minister of India Jawaharlal Nehru and King Hussein of Jordan; writers including Lord Byron, Richard Sheridan, Anthony Trollope and Richard Curtis; Henry Fox Talbot, the inventor of photography; the ...

What celebrities live in Harrow?

From Royalty and Mp's to Singers, Actors, sportsmen, Industrialists and entertainers. Celebrities such as Billy Idol, Roger Moore, Charlotte Rampling OBE, Barbara Windsor and Michael Portillo. Keep reading this list for more of Stanmore's remarkable sons and daughters as we take a look at some of them below.

Who are the famous old boys in Harrow?

Harrow has produced many great men, whom we call the Giants of Old. Famous Old Harrovians include statesmen such as Peel, Palmerston, Churchill, Nehru and King Hussein of Jordan. Writers including Byron, Sheridan, Trollope and Richard Curtis.

Did Benedict Cumberbatch attend Harrow School?

Harrow has a long-established and vibrant dramatic tradition, nurturing the talents of dramatists such as Richard Brinsley Sheridan, Terence Rattigan and Richard Curtis, and actors including Benedict Cumberbatch.

Which famous British actor attended Harrow UK?

Benedict Cumberbatch CBE

Renowned film and theatre actor who starred in the television version of Sherlock, films such as The Imitation Game and 12 Years a Slave, and the West End production of Hamlet.

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Did Winston Churchill attend Harrow School?

On April 17, 1888, Winston entered Harrow School, a boy's school near London. Winston found his years at Harrow challenging. He was not thought of as a good student.

Why is Harrow School so famous?

Harrow is one of the few schools in the UK to have educated several Nobel laureates: John William Strutt, 3rd Baron Rayleigh, who received the Nobel Prize in Physics in 1904; John Galsworthy, winner of the 1932 Nobel Prize in Literature; and Winston Churchill, who also received the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1953.

Was Harry Potter filmed in Harrow School?

Harrow School has provided the backdrop to feature films such as Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone, for TV dramas such as ITV's Endeavour and The Crown, for music videos such as for Ed Sheeran and Travis Scott's video for Antisocial, and for magazine shoots and commercials for Tatler, Ralph Lauren, Burberry, GQ ...

What movie was filmed in Harrow?

Harry Potter & The Philosopher's Stone

The original Classroom dates back to 1615 and is where Harrow School first opened it's doors. The Wingardium Leviosa wand class scene from Harry Potter & The Philosopher's Stone was filmed in this ancient room packed with history.

What famous person went to Eton?

Eton has a long list of distinguished former pupils. In 2019, Boris Johnson became the 20th British prime minister to have attended the school, and the fifth since the end of the Second World War.

How much is a term at Harrow School?

The School's fee for the academic year 2023/24 is £16,850 per term and includes board, tuition, textbooks, a stationery allowance and laundry.

How much does Harrow cost?

Termly fees are £16,850 and include board, tuition, textbooks, a stationery allowance and laundry, and are paid in advance by the first day of term.

What religion is Harrow School?

Harrow School is a Christian foundation with the Chapel at its heart. We have two Anglican Chaplains (one is part-time) and one Roman Catholic Chaplain. All boys, except Roman Catholics, attend a School service on Thursday while Roman Catholic boys attend catechism.

Is Harrow a wealthy area?

Harrow as a whole is teeming with period properties and is one of the capital's more affluent areas. There are restaurants featuring practically every cuisine you can imagine here, while for shoppers, the winding High Street of Harrow on the Hill has independent stores, while St George's has some high street faves.

What is the ethnic minority in Harrow?

Harrow is a diverse borough, having 63.8% of its population from the BME (Black and Minority Ethnic) communities, with the largest group being of Indian ethnicity (specifically those from Gujarat and South India).

What school was Hogwarts filmed?

Oxford University

This venerable University is the oldest in the English speaking world. Its beautiful buildings were used for many of the most striking Harry Potter filming locations in England, standing in for various parts of Hogwarts Castle.

Where is Hogwarts Castle filmed?

Alnwick Castle

Movie: Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone and the Chamber of Secrets. Shots: Alnwick Castle has been used for exterior shots of Hogwarts. Fact: Alnwick Castle is the second largest inhabited castle in England. It has been home to the dukes of Northumberland for over 700 years.

Where is Sirius Black's house?

Claremont Square

Known in the films as 12 Grimmauld Place, this was home to Sirius Black, Harry's Godfather, and the headquarters of the Order of Phoenix. Don't worry if you can't see it, it's protected by the Fidelius Charm and is invisible to muggles!

Is Harrow School prestigious?

It is one of the foremost public (i.e., independent) schools of England and one of the most prestigious. Generally between 700 and 800 students reside and study there. Its founder, John Lyon (d. 1592), was a yeoman of neighbouring Preston who yearly set aside resources for the education of poor children of Harrow.

Is Harrow School hard to get into?

Harrow School welcomes around 160 boys into Year 9 each year. All boys are full boarders. While around 50% of boys come from UK prep schools, many also join from UK state schools and schools overseas. Harrow is highly competitive.

Is Harrow better than Eton?

While Eton and Harrow both maintain a prominent presence in the academic arena, it's noteworthy that Eton often secures higher rankings in school league tables. This consistent positioning reaffirms Eton's reputation as a stronghold of academic prowess.

What rank is Harrow School?

Harrow School is in the top-5 of English independent schools, and with more than 4 applications to each place, competition is fierce. Harrow does, however, stand out as a school in which talents of every description are recognized and nurtured.

Did Churchill go to Harrow or Eton?

Winston Churchill went to Harrow. Though brilliant, he was not a disciplined student. He always wanted to do things in his own way. He is still regarded as the best political leader of the 20th century.

How many Harrow schools are there?

Harrow Borough Council has 52 primary schools and 26 secondary schools. 16% of Harrow's schools are private schools.