Founded more than 460 years ago, Highgate is a co-educational school for pupils aged four to 18. According to the Daily Mail, fees for secondary students currently total £32,640 per year, including lunch. During her visit, Kate reportedly spent time speaking with teachers, especially within the drama department.
A source told the Mail that Kate “spent quite a long time talking to two of the teachers there, including the Head of Drama, and was asking them about the drama curriculum and extracurricular activities.”
Highgate headteacher’s warning to parents
While Highgate’s reputation is strong, its leadership has recently signaled potential changes. Headteacher Adam Pettitt, who has led the school since 2006, has spoken out about children’s screen use and the importance of family interaction.
Writing in The Times, Pettitt emphasized the need for balance, saying, “Age-based limits on mobile phone use are a welcome first step, but how adults spend time with children is paramount.”