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Choosing an independent school education for your child is one of the biggest decisions – and investments – you’ll ever make. Here at The Guide to Independent Schools, we aim to help you arrive at the right choice with the best expert advice available. From Nursery to Pre-Prep, Prep and beyond, we want to leave you with a real understanding of how the sector works; an idea of the breadth of the curriculum; and the different types of extra-curricular activities and innovative teaching on offer. Nowhere is this more apparent than at Bede’s School in West Sussex, which is opening a brand new extension to its teaching zoo this term (see Animal Magic, on page 55). It’s a perfect example – albeit a unique one – of how an independent school education offers pupils a truly enriching experience. The children at St Michael’s Prep School in Kent were kept busy last term when they undertook a challenge that involved a fresh approach to their homework. In Specialist Subjects, on page 39, we learn how pupils were given the freedom to explore a cross-curricular topic in great depth. This initiative demonstrates just how creative schools in this sector can be. And of course, it gave those pupils something to talk about at their Senior School interviews! Caroline Jordan, Headteacher of Headington School, Oxford discusses what to look for when choosing a senior school for your child, in Going Forward, on page 42. It can be a daunting decision for any parent, but she advises on how to narrow down the options to make the transition to Senior School as smooth as possible.

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Prep 8+

Sixth Form 16+

It’s all in the name with Prep School: it prepares your child for Senior and public school. As the 11+ and Common Entrance exams loom on the horizon, education takes a decidedly serious turn as the hunt is on to find the perfect Senior School for your child. From

Nursery 2+

At this tender age, children are on the cusp of a school career that will span 16 years, finishing at 18. With exams and homework still a way off in the distance, at this age it’s all about developing a natural curiosity and learning through play. From page 16

Prepare to be amazed by the range of subjects from which pupils choose their A-Levels or International Baccalaureate – from traditional disciplines like history and maths, to new ones like fashion. It’s crunch time and all in aid of securing a place at university. From page 56

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OUR SCHOOL TIMELINE… FROM NURSERY THROUGH TO SIXTH FORM

Senior 11+, 13+

Pre-Prep 4+

Starting in the year that your child turns five, small class sizes, dazzling teaching and stand-out facilities are the name of the game here. It’s never too early to assess your child’s true potential, and what better place to start than with a solid foundation at PrePrep. From page 22

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How to choose the right school

Information, tips and advice on selecting a school for your child

Little steps

Nature nurtures

Crucially curious

Community spirit

Milestone moments

ISOTY awards

Step up to prep

Happiness first Students should be given the freedom to try a variety of activities and subjects

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Animal magic

The right fit What to consider when choosing a Sixth Form education for your son or daughter

A Prep education helps children to flourish in and out of the classroom

Light years ahead

Bede’s zoo offers students an introduction to veterinary science and conservation

A spotlight on Independent Schools of the Year award entrant, Wellington College

Squad goals

Kensington Park School’s enriched curriculum will prepare pupils for the future

From first teachers to new friendships, your child’s Pre-Prep life will be full of firsts

The hands of history

A rigorous physical education programme teaches more than just health and fitness

Creating an encouraging environment is essential for individual learning

Going forward

Keeping safe A look at how embracing technology can create a modern learning environment

Moving on up What to be prepared for when moving schools for Sixth Form

A broader view As the International Baccalaureate turns 50, we explore the diploma’s enduring appeal

World vision International schools are great preparation for becoming part of a global community

The Ulster Schools’ Cup is a tradition that brings students past and present together

Instilling a love of learning is the foundation of attending Pre-Prep School

Specialist subjects

How to navigate the best Prep to Senior School path for your child

Learning life lessons from the great outdoors can and should start at Nursery

STARTING IN THE YEAR THAT YOUR CHILD TURNS FIVE, SMALL CLASS SIZES, DAZZLING teaching and stand-out facilities are the NAME OF THE GAME HERE At St Michael’s School, pupils have masterminded their own homework

How a Nursery education will give your child a good head start in life

With GCSEs and the new numerical grading system now in place, a clutch of A*s might just not cut it any longer. The pressure is on to secure a clean sweep of grade nines – a nine is a higher grade than an A* and is for those of exceptional ability. From page 42

DIRECTORY OF INDEPENDENT SCHOOLS Each chapter contains a map and listings of Nursery, Pre-Prep, Prep, Senior Schools and Sixth Forms.

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How to choose the right school

Parents considering the independent sector should visit plenty of schools to get a real sense of their social and learning environments, advises NIGEL LASHBROOK, Headmaster at Oakham School, Rutland Independent schools can offer a range of course options from 16+

Beautiful school campuses offer daily inspiration to those pupils studying within them

Ideally you want to be shown round a school by one of its current pupils on an open day

WHY INVEST IN INDEPENDENT EDUCATION?

Parents shouldn’t be focused on buildings and facilities – although, of course, the independent sector does have a lot of wonderful real estate on offer. The real reason to invest in independent education is the rich variety of opportunities that are on offer at both Prep and Senior Schools. Academically, independent schools can offer greater subject choice, at all age points, from Latin to computer science, and from textiles

to economics. They also can provide a variety of course options from 16+ – for example, at Oakham, we offer the IB Diploma, as well as A-Levels, Pre-U and BTECs. More importantly, it’s what happens beyond the confines of the classroom that gives independent schools their real advantage. At Oakham and many other independent schools, parents are paying for a holistic education where exam preparation is just a small part of the educational journey. It’s not the reason for the school’s existence.

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EDUCATION It’s what goes on beyond the confines of the classroom that gives independent schools an advantage

From studying textile design to art there are a plethora of subjects that pupils can study

Ultimately, if you’re considering independent education you need to think very clearly about what you’re looking for – where you want the school’s focus to be – on league table positions, or developing the whole child and preparing them for an increasingly uncertain working world in which they’ll need to thrive? My advice is that parents must never judge a school on its examination results; they often merely reflect how academically selective it is. Instead, ask how the school develops the learning habits, and skills pupils are going to need to make a successful start on adult life. And, of course, how the school will support students pastorally, to be able to make their own decisions and develop strategies to deal with inevitable problems of adolescence.

WHAT ARE YOUR CHOICES? Parents have a variety of school structures to choose from (and examinations at each entry point). Prep Schools can finish at ages 11 or 13. Senior Schools can start at age 11 or 13 – or at Oakham, we offer a Lower One class (Year Six), as well as taking children aged 11, 13 and 16. There are also all-through schools, including those with the diamond model (co-ed Prep, single-sex Senior and co-ed Sixth Form).

GO BEYOND THE GLOSS Parents should go beyond the glossy brochures and PR spiel and visit as many schools as they can to properly soak up their environment – to get a real understanding, a gut instinct if you like, for the community. Are the children happy? You can tell that by how they engage with their peers and with staff. Are their heads up? Do they smile? Are they courteous towards you as you’re walking around? You’ll learn most by observing. Ideally, you want to be shown the school by pupils, who may not have all the answers to your questions but can share their experiences. They’ll be able to tell you about the important things – like the food or the opportunities they’ve encountered. For example, whether sport, music, and drama are for all or just the elite – or as it is at Oakham, for both.

WHILE IT’S TRUE THAT boys and girls learn differently, I SUGGEST THAT PARENTS SHOULD TAKE INTO ACCOUNT HOW MUCH STUDENTS LEARN FROM EACH OTHER CO-EDUCATION VERSUS SINGLE SEX Despite being the Headmaster of a co-ed school, I’m not just going to wave a flag for co-education. There are good single sex schools and there good co-educational schools. While it’s true that boys and girls learn differently, I suggest that parents should take into account just how much students learn from each other; this is far more than students, and their parents, often recognise. Another crucial piece of advice I would suggest, is to check how genuinely coeducational a school is? What’s the actual balance of numbers of girls and boys? We’re unique at Oakham because we moved to coeducation very early, in the 1970s, and have a 50/50 split – meaning that there’s a parity of opportunity and a culture of co-education.

RURAL, TOWN OR CITY? Location, location, location, is, of course important – but in most cases that is predetermined by parents’ circumstances. The consideration I feel parents should make is whether the school itself is part of a local community. Is it in a town where students

regularly engage with the local community? Is there an opportunity for students to routinely participate in voluntary action schemes? Isolated schools – geographically or socially – can mean that students exist in a ‘bubble’ – which can only serve to narrow, rather than broaden, their horizons.

TO BOARD, OR NOT? The desire, impetus or need to board comes down to the question of family preference, and more recently, lifestyle. The flexi-boarding model is becoming increasingly attractive to parents because their children are spending more time engaging in an active learning environment rather than travelling long distances to and from school. Our flexiboarding option at Oakham (up to five nights) can be particularly helpful for families where both parents are working. Importantly, parents should consider how ‘full’ the school’s boarding is, and ask a variety of students what they do at weekends. For example, parents could ask any of our full boarders what they enjoy doing at the weekends, and they’d undoubtedly receive a myriad of replies! independentschoolparent.com

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LITTLE STEPS A Nursery education gives your child a great head start on their later school years, writes SARAH HOLLINGSWORTH, Headmistress of Gresham’s Nursery and Pre-Prep, Norfolk

t the Little Grasshoppers Nursery – part of Gresham’s School – we welcome children aged two to four into a safe and stimulating environment that prioritises learning through play! Our little grasshoppers love spending a morning session or a full day here, but children of different ages and personalities will thrive in different environments – which means parents are tasked with weighing up which nursery setting is going to suit their child best. There are a few key factors to consider when selecting a nursery for your child, to ensure they thrive as they embark on their early years’ education, and to help prepare them for school.

At Gresham’s Little Grasshoppers Nursery, the children enjoy being part of the wider Pre-Prep community

LEARNING THROUGH PLAY Some nurseries will emphasise providing children with a head start on their formal education – introducing them to a classroom environment, the routine of a school day, and covering some fundamentals of learning in preparation for starting Reception. Others, including our Little Grasshoppers Nursery, will similarly prepare children for starting school, but will do so through a commitment to learning through play, developing friendships, providing positive role models, and encouraging independence. So our approach may look a little different, as our children learn in an environment filled with stimulating activities that they’ll enjoy. Sand, wet play and Lego support motor-skill development; dressing-up builds imagination; library visits and story time nurture a love of reading; singing in groups promotes their learning about letters and sounds; and school trips provide new experiences. Our teachers take time to lead small group discussions – introducing children to a new book or number game, looking at letters and sounds through alliteration, or talking about feelings, for example – but we break up these focused discussion times with plenty of play. There’s planning put into how each day will be spent, and structure to the activities, because although play is the primary focus, it forms part of a bigger picture that assists independentschoolparent.com

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A variety of stimulating activities encourage a love of learning and prepares them for the school transition

WE WORK HARD TO CREATE A FUN, INFORMAL ENVIRONMENT THAT FEELS FAMILIAR AND COMFORTABLE. AND A FUNDAMENTAL PART OF THIS IS pairing

each child with a key worker who will play a CONSISTENT AND SUPPORTIVE ROLE

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IN THEIR TIME AT NURSERY

children’s development and learning. They’ll often revisit what has been discussed in small groups in the games that they devise, and our teachers and teaching assistants are adept at initiating new games that will structure learning around particular topics. They ensure there are opportunities for the children to discover, question, respond to and wonder about the world they’re experiencing. We believe that the over-riding benefits of a nursery education for young children include: gaining independence, building friendships, learning how to share and play, playing in different surroundings and developing new positive relationships with adults. By attending a Nursery, children will learn to develop some or all of these skills, which will better equip them for the transition to school.

lives count, and a good Nursery will offer so much more than childcare. Our team consists of qualified Early Years Foundation Stage specialists, each of whom is responsible for overseeing all the little grasshoppers’ activities. The Nursery is home to a maximum of 20 children and, with five or more members of staff working at any one time, children enjoy their time with just a few other children under one adult’s care. We work hard to create a fun, informal environment that feels familiar and comfortable, and a fundamental part of this is pairing each child with a key worker who will play a consistent and supportive role in their time at nursery. Their key worker is responsible for getting to know them, following their interests, and supporting their development.

EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING

Another consideration for parents is whether a Nursery’s connected to or part of a wider organisation, as this is likely to affect how extensive a Nursery’s staff and facilities are. Our Nursery has its own entrance, dedicated indoor area and outdoor play space, including an adventure playground and sandpit – but the children also really enjoy being part of

The early years are an incredibly important stage in a child’s development, and being surrounded by adults who have the experience and training to support them as they learn, get to know them well, and invest in their happiness, is no more than what they deserve. It’s essential to make every day in their young

BUILDING CONNECTIONS

the larger Pre-Prep community. They spend lunchtimes in the dining hall, join in with some assemblies, and enjoy watching and modelling older children’s behaviour. As a part of Gresham’s School the children are able to use the fields, theatre, music school, swimming pool, sports hall, woods and even the new outdoor activity centre. The Nursery also benefits from the wider school leadership teams, Early Years Lead, and subject specialists who enable children from the age of three to experience French and Spanish; the Outdoor Wild Learning School (OWLS) programme; drama, music and dance; and ICT. Parents may also wish to consider whether Nurseries with connections to Pre-Prep or infant schools are likely to support a more seamless introduction to Reception, due to the familiarity of the surroundings, as well as the increased chance of Nursery friends joining them in their new Reception class.

LOCATION AND FLEXIBILITY A Nursery’s location needs to suit families’ daily routines, as does its level of flexibility. Families who need to collect older siblings from Pre-Prep are able to collect their little grasshoppers before the afternoon session ends at 3.30pm. A Nursery’s attitude towards families’ needs will make a difference to whether you can manage a busy family life, so it’s worth enquiring how flexible a Nursery is willing to be around its publicised times. independentschoolparent.com

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NATURE NURTURES

Sometimes the great outdoors teaches important life lessons that the classroom simply can’t, says HILARY WYATT, Headmistress of Hyde Park Nursery, London

or many years, there has been much concern about the amount of time children are spending outside. Journalist and writer Richard Louv even coined the phrase “nature deficit disorder” to describe the problems modern children are experiencing. However, at Hyde Park Nursery, our adults of the future are certainly not going to suffer from this modern-day malady. They spend much of their time outside in their very own walled garden searching for minibeasts and watching the flowers grow. We hold outdoor adventure lessons, where children build dens, make charcoal in the fire pit and roast marshmallows. Having so much open-air space that’s hidden away from Central London’s traffic noise and pollution makes the nursery the hidden gem that our parents love so much. Every early years teacher knows that being outdoors contributes positively to child development; it allows children to explore the natural world, gain self-confidence and develop coordination and muscle strength. And spending time outside isn’t just for the warmer months; it’s important to play and get fresh air all year round. When it

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snowed earlier this year, instead of shutting the school, we wrapped up warmly, got trays from the kitchen and tobogganed down the slope, made snow angels, built snow men and made ice sculptures by freezing leaves and hanging them from the trees. On the other hand, when it’s hot, we slather on the sun cream, don our sun hats and head for the shady AstroTurf to ride bikes and trikes.

TINY GREEN FINGERS From their very first day at school, our children are taught about the importance of the natural world and learn how to care for it. Every child from the age of two is taught how to grow plants from seed, and each class competes to see who

can grow the largest potatoes. The Woodland Trust has donated hedge saplings to the school, and the children in Reception each planted their own. They were taught how to take responsibility for their own little tree and will watch it grow throughout the year. This term, we’ve been looking at how to preserve the local bee population and the Reception class joined Years One and Two to act in The Bee Musical. The play teaches children about the importance of growing beefriendly flowers and reducing pollution. Next term, we’ll be adding some more lavender and buddleia plants to our Butterfly Garden and start work on reducing our use of plastics. Being outside brings a wealth of benefits to a child’s development

We feel that it’s important for the children to spend time all together, so lunch and break times are integrated. You’ll often see the older children helping the younger ones enjoy all that the garden has to offer; whether it be assisting them in making castles in the huge sandpit or guiding them down the slide. The “mud kitchen” is where they make each other “leaf soup” and other magic concoctions, while tents and dens provide numerous opportunities for them to communicate and work together in a constructive and harmonious way.

COMING TOGETHER One of the biggest events of the year is the Summer Charity Garden Day, where parents join their children for an afternoon of fun. Our garden is transformed into a funfair, with a magician to dazzle the crowd and activities such as duck fishing, all to raise money for our chosen school in Uganda. Fundraising events have enabled the African families to plant their own garden, buy their own heifer and to build a playground so the community’s children have their own slide. Our parents say that our approach to outdoor learning and charity helps their children grow into healthy, happy children.

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The Nursery School pupils saddle up and ride their trikes on the Nursery’s AstroTurf

YOU’LL OFTEN SEE THE OLDER CHILDREN HELPING the younger ones enjoy all that the garden has to offer; WHETHER IT BE ASSISTING THEM IN MAKING CASTLES IN THE HUGE SANDPIT OR GUIDING THEM DOWN THE SLIDE Learning about where food comes from and how it’s grown is important for children

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Crucially curious A solid Pre-Prep foundation instils children with a love of learning that lasts a lifetime, writes MARTYN WARD, Headmaster of Marlborough House School, Kent

arents face one of the toughest choices of their life as they go about selecting the right school for their child. Navigating through the mass of information offered by parents already in “the system” can be an intimidating experience. In a nutshell, children in Pre-Prep learn to love how to learn, and it is the teachers’ job to encourage them to be constantly curious, as they go about discovering how the world around them works.

A WHOLE NEW EXPERIENCE

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Outdoor learning opportunities tend to be bountiful in Pre-Preps, and although many state schools now offer Forest School, Pre-Preps, particularly in rural areas, have the freedom to develop their own in order to enrich and widen the “outdoor classroom” experience for more children, more often.

LOOKING AHEAD Critical life skills such as leadership, teamwork, problem solving, resilience, good judgment and persistence can all be developed outdoors, but Pre-Preps have the flexibility to take the learning beyond making mud pies and toasting marshmallows. It’s about children seeing the world from a different angle, teachers actively seeking opportunities for crosscurricular learning and using our wonderful outdoor spaces to encourage pupils to become

Children arrive in the world already keen to educate themselves. However, not all little ones are motivated to learn in the same way or at the same pace. Pre-Preps, with their enviable teacher-to-pupil ratios, are more easily able to adopt a more bespoke teaching approach.

They’re able to get to know what makes each and every child tick by following them as they chart their own course through these crucial early years of development. Pre-Preps broadly follow the National Curriculum, so there’s an obvious emphasis on developing strong literacy and numeracy skills, but unlike state schools, Pre-Prep teachers aren’t tasked with helping a whole cohort reach a Government-set standard of achievement. They have the time, space and resource to model a varied curriculum around each individual child, and to extend their learning through rich extra-curricular programmes. Specialist teachers are often assigned to the creative arts from the outset, commonly music and drama, but PE and French also feature widely. At Marlborough House, ICT is taught by a specialist teacher in a dedicated ICT suite.

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After-school clubs at Pre-Prep and Prep Schools mean that children are kept busy with a range of enriching activities and hobbies

autonomous learners and develop character virtues that really do transfer back into the classroom. Quite often an art lesson in Forest School will reveal previously untapped levels of wondrous creativity, or collaborative den building will embed an “if at first you don’t succeed…” attitude to tasks and problem solving that will pay dividends when the academic rigour of Prep School kicks in.

WRAPAROUND CARE Parents can make enormous financial sacrifices to pay for their children’s education, so it’s worth mentioning that Pre-Prep fees are commonly cheaper than those of Prep Schools, enabling parents to essentially try before they buy. Also, mum and dad quite often both work. Pre-Preps really come into their own here, as the after-school clubs become more than the icing on the cake for parents. For some, they’re the cake itself. At Marlborough House, parents tell us that they never feel guilty signing their child up to Funky Dance, Philosophy in the Forest, Hip Hop, Ballet or the Green Fingers club while they finish their day in the office! Many Pre-Preps and Preps are linked schools with shared resources and a guaranteed

MANY PRE-PREPS AND PREPS are linked schools with shared resources AND A GUARANTEED TRANSITION, WHICH MAKES THE PROCESS OF “MOVING UP” WITH ESTABLISHED FRIENDSHIPS IN PLACE, BOTH SEAMLESS AND EAGERLY ANTICIPATED BY THE PUPILS transition, which makes the process of “moving up” with established friendships in place, both seamless and eagerly anticipated by the pupils. When Pre-Prep and Prep work closely together, it also gives little ones a secure sense of their own place in a wider but equally exciting world. At Marlborough House there are many opportunities for Pre-Prep children to practise their social skills with older children, whether that’s through House fundraising activities, over boiled eggs at the Breakfast Club table or during a maths lesson when Year Seven comes in to lend a hand.

STRONG AND INCLUSIVE Pre-Preps work hard to develop a strong and inclusive relationship with parents, so you don’t feel you have to wait for a scheduled teacher consultation to understand how your child is progressing. At Marlborough House, French breakfasts hosted by the children bring a certain je ne sais quoi to early morning drop-offs and our Grandparents’ Tea is one of the highlights of our school calendar. Regular class assemblies

and the open-door policies of many Pre-Preps mean that parents can see first hand how their child is developing socially, spiritually and emotionally, as well as academically. It takes a lot of courage to stand up in front of a room of grownups to read out your favourite poem at the age of six, and for most children, proves to be an enormously rewarding experience. Boosted levels of self-esteem and a heightened sense of personal worth are inevitable byproducts and all part of the education of the “whole child” that Pre-Preps do so well. Mighty oaks really do from little acorns grow, but with a strong and diverse network of roots under foot they’ll do more than survive… they will flourish and thrive. Confidence, courage, kindness and the ability to pick yourself up when things don’t go your way are the building blocks of the Pre-Prep experience, and the foundations of personalised learning journeys that fan the flames of natural curiosity, put children at the centre of their own worlds and in doing so, fully prepare them for their next big adventure: Prep School. independentschoolparent.com

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Community spirit Learning should be an adventure, which is why independent schools place an importance on offering pupils an encouraging environment, says ANGELA CURRAN-SMITH, Head of Pre-Prep and Lower Prep, Ballard School, Hampshire

t independent Prep schools, every child is seen as an individual, and teachers view it as a privilege to play a significant part in the first few years of their learning. There’s an understanding that leaving the home setting – and the familiarity and security that comes with it – is a huge step for both you and your child, so the aim is to make the transition to Pre-Prep as smooth as possible for all concerned. Staff aren’t just highly qualified and experienced, they’re also very nurturing, making each pupil’s wellbeing and happiness a priority. When your child joins a Prep School, they’re not just joining a school, but a family where they’ll blossom through the support and encouragement they receive. Your child’s social and emotional development is the main focus, as they need to feel loved, valued and positive about themselves and their achievements. Through scaffolded activities, they want children to feel able to develop their own identity, while learning key relationship skills such as sharing, taking turns and respecting others equally. It’s essential to create these foundations early as they’re vital life skills. No two days at Ballard are the same; pupils are constantly introduced to fresh experiences that are designed to prepare them for the next stages

of learning. We want pupils to enjoy their childhood, develop a love of learning, establish an independence of thought and further evolve their individuality. We encourage pupils to become confident, enthusiastic learners through their stimulating environment. Activities could range from using sand play areas and practising letter formations using paints to exploring our beautiful world in our Forest School sessions, nature walks and through planting and watching things grow in our gardening area. There are also

YOUR CHILD’S SOCIAL AND EMOTIONAL DEVELOPMENT IS THE MAIN FOCUS, AS they need

to feel loved, valued and positive ABOUT THEMSELVES AND THEIR ACHIEVEMENTS

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opportunities for the children to learn how to use computers, develop coordination, create music and enjoy playing dress-up, which also expands on their communication skills. Our curriculum even offers French and philosophy classes later in Pre-Prep, as we’re passionate about giving children a rich educational diet to deepen their thinking. Set on a 32-acre site, Ballard School offers ample facilities for kids to grow and explore. In addition to the broad school curriculum, our pupils enjoy a variety of after-school activities such as art club, horse riding and rugby tots. A well-known educationalist once said, “If you can give your son or daughter only one gift, let it be enthusiasm.” The joy of learning alongside the excitement of discovery is key to any child’s early development. A Prep School’s small classes and high staffto-pupil ratios enable staff to tailor learning to each individual child and offer a bespoke, fully-rounded education. We believe that if a child feels happy, settled and confident in their environment, learning will flourish. They have the ability and facilities to follow children’s interests and encourage them further. Ballard fosters a positive learning environment where it’s OK to have a go, but it’s equally OK to make mistakes through trying. We celebrate and reward effort, perseverance and achievement equally. Often children have their deepest learning moments through exploring, making mistakes and trying again.

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From teachers and nativity performances to fallings out and peer pleasing, Pre-Prep life is full of firsts, writes NAOMI BARTHOLOMEW, Head of St Catherine’s Prep School, Bramley

efore starting school, children will have already had many milestone moments – first word, first steps, first tooth and many more. The first day of school arrives all too quickly, and from there, a series of wonderful challenges await. Ahead of starting school, encourage your child to engage in creative play. Allow them to solve problems – when they put their shoes on the wrong feet, see if they can they figure it out for themselves. Provide simple choices but limit them to two or three options. Rather than, “What would you like to eat?” which is a crazy question to ask a preschool child, offer two choices. Give your child opportunities to play games which involve taking turns and sharing, as well as role play. Encourage the use of full sentences. Avoid comments like, “Mummy wants you to help,” and start to use, “Please can you come and help me,’” and “thank you.” The first day of school is a major event, but don’t overplay this. You’ll have spent considerable time and effort choosing the right school, so trust your instincts and remain calm and positive. Allow plenty of time for the school run on the first morning, and leave as quickly as you can once your child is starting to settle. Your child will spend the day learning the names of the other children in the class,

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being shown their environment and they’ll most likely come home excited but tired. Establish a good rapport with your child’s teacher and encourage their early reading and writing at home, as advised by the school. Ask what happens in the book that they’re reading, and help with extending their vocabulary to include words such as ‘first, second, finally.’ Don’t be scared to use the correct vocabulary – if your child can recite Hickory Dickory Dock they can learn the right words and should move away from pet names for things. You’ll hear about the first falling out between friends. If you’ve watched The Secret Life of Four Year Olds, you’ll see these happen frequently and are as quickly resolved. There will be moments where your child’s

effort and success is recognised and other moments when they feel overlooked. They’re still in egocentric infant mode, so remember that you’re hearing a four-year-old’s version of events. The first nativity will arrive, with the chance to ‘perform’ in front of an audience. They’ll want to please you and their teacher, and will be starting to want to please their peers by this stage. Frantic waving and trying to get their attention will add pressure to an already daunting experience. By all means, wave on arrival and reassure your child that you’re there but try to keep it discreet. By the end of the first year, your child will be very attached to their teacher, and the school will prepare them for moving on to a new class, possibly with new pupils arriving too, which By the end of the first year, your child will be very attached to their teacher

can change the class dynamic. Over the first long summer break, encourage more constructive play requiring your child to build things, take things apart and put them back together. Go on walks, build dens, ride a bike with stabilisers. Check table manners and correct cutlery use and “please and thank yous.” Use the days of the week more, and continue with reading and basic writing. Then come swimming lessons, possibly picking up an instrument, presenting in assembly and taking on minor responsibilities within the class. You’ll increasingly feel that you’re not there for every milestone moment. This is important, as your child will be forming a self-esteem based on their sense of their achievements and, by six, we hope finding intrinsic motivation. They’ll work out that effort impacts outcome and turning to peers to share their achievements: winning the sack race, learning times tables and holding the door open for visitors. Each of these little steps are, in fact, giant leaps. At St Catherine’s, we aim to capture the magic as it happens and share it with you when we can. We ask children to give everything a try, and to step out of their comfort zone with as much confidence as possible. Learning at this age must be fun, and curiosity must be fostered. Enjoy the milestones – they’re to be cherished.

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Entries for the INDEPENDENT SCHOOLS OF THE YEAR 2018 awards have come in thick and fast over the summer. Wellington College, Berkshire submitted one for the Independent School of the Year for Community Outreach category. Here, we share an extract of the school’s inspiring story…

ellington College was established in 1859 to educate the sons of soldiers killed in action at minimal cost. Service is in our DNA; community outreach is central to everything we do. Each student that passes through our doors will be involved in serving their community at every stage of their Wellington journey. On Mondays, we celebrate “teams of the week” and our community outreach groups are afforded equal status to our sports and arts clubs. For example, a group of pupils and teachers from the Wellington College Peace and Conflict Institute joined Sandhurst School in a joint-venture visit to Rwanda last year. The group comprised 25 students and six teachers from the two schools, as well as parents and church representatives. Tushinde Children’s Trust, which provides food, care and education to the poorest children in the Nairobi slums, has an office based close to the college. Pupils from the lower school are involved in an awareness campaign with local primary schools to promote the work of Tushinde, for example, a pen recycling scheme and soup day to raise funds for the charity. And many of our pupils head out on Wednesdays to visit residents at local care homes and to provide academic support in local primaries. Our pioneering programme, Global Social Leaders, forms a significant part of our community work. We now have pupils between the ages of nine to 19 from more than 20 countries participating in our GSL programmes. Pupils learn to run innovative social action projects, tackling local issues. A Jordanian GSL team, for example, improved the design of the solar panels their school was using.

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Pupils from the College joined students from Sandhurst School for a visit to Rwanda last year

The Wellington family comprises two – soon to be three – state academies, and the college is part of an independent state school partnership of 11 local schools. Partnerships are developed in ways that are reciprocal: for example, our staff and pupils benefit hugely from resources and expertise shared by teachers at the Wellington Academy in Wiltshire, while their staff benefit from the professional learning opportunities we provide.

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A bespoke education at Prep School enables your child to flourish in and out of the classroom, writes TONY LEWIS, Headmaster of The White House, London

hat is a “Prep School”? Traditionally, it’s a school preparing young children for one of two sets of examinations: the 11+ entrance into Senior Schools for children aged 11 to 18, or Common Entrance exams for 13+ entry into various senior schools (many of them “Public” or/and Boarding schools) for children aged 13 to 18.

MORE THAN JUST EXAMS

sight of themselves, which is a tragedy given all the confidence they may have developed during their formative years at Prep School.

A SOLID UNDERSTANDING The nature of a good Prep School is a knowledge and understanding of each child as an individual, a knowledge and understanding of the range of Senior Schools to which a child might apply, and the bringing together of those such that a child prepares successfully to enter

PREP SCHOOLS PREPARE CHILDREN FOR SO MUCH MORE than a series of examinations, RATHER, FOR LIFE ITSELF

In the modern era these notions are a little out of date, even if the terms and ages remain consistent. Prep Schools prepare children for so much more than a series of examinations, rather, for life itself. Regardless of 11+ or

13+ these are extremely formative years for all children and so much can be gained, or indeed, lost in that time. It would sadly diminish a child to educate purely for a single set of examinations, and all too often the myopic focus on a single set of examinations by school, parents of children can result in a child entering a Senior School for which they’re not adequately prepared or suited. The consequence of this can be that the child, rather than flourishing, struggles and loses

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MOST PREP SCHOOLS BENEFIT FROM SMALLER classes and across the school THE LEVEL OF STAFFING AFFORDS A RANGE OF OPPORTUNITIES THAT CANNOT BE SUSTAINED IN A PRIMARY SCHOOL the right school for them. That commitment to success and happiness reaches into the Senior School and beyond – it is an aspiration for the life of each and every child in the long term.

CLASS SIZES AND TEACHING The advent of the National Curriculum, especially the revised version, has been to raise academic standards in state maintained primary schools, and this is supported by a rigorous inspection process. Rather like 11+ or Common Entrance, end-of-school academic examinations (i.e. the Year Six SATs) can be an end in themselves that dominate the life of the school therefore both types of schools can fall into a similar trap. Where independent schools benefit is their opportunity to pursue a range of agendas for each child. There are two fundamental reasons for this: firstly, most Prep Schools benefit from smaller classes, and across the school the level of staffing affords a range of opportunities that cannot be sustained in a primary school. Secondly, ethos and aspiration. Because Prep Schools aren’t tied to a narrow set of outcomes they can create a curriculum,

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a timetable and a range of opportunities which reaches out to every child in the school. The White House Prep School aspires, successfully, to some very serious academic outcomes often assessed in relation to the nature of the schools to which our children apply successfully (Dulwich, JAGS, Alleyn’s, Trinity, Whitgift and many more). With class

Character development is just as important as life in the classroom

sizes of up to 16 pupils, teachers develop an knowledge and awareness of each child. Each teacher is an advocate of their children and as headteacher, I have the privilege of articulating this to the Senior Schools our children apply to.

LONG TERM VS SHORT TERM Schools such as ours support children in the development of their character to enrich their lives now and in the future, developing resilience, curiosity, kindness, respect and the full range of aspects which improves us as human beings. This makes happiness more likely across the length of our lives rather than just when children are at school.

PRIVATE OR STATE SCHOOL? As a parent you will be discerning about local schools and the conundrum between a good state school and a good Prep School is tricky. That the early years of the life of any child are so formative, the investment in a Prep School is often rewarded in the broader development of the child and provides greater confidence in their ability to create better opportunities in their next school, regardless of whether it’s a state or independent institute.

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Every child benefits from the freedom to dream and the opportunity to try any activity or subject at Heath Mount in Hertfordshire, writes Headmaster, CHRIS GILLAM

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ome of the best days of my life were at Heath Mount,” one of our former pupils said recently, as she looked back on her time with us. Her mother went further and explained why she thinks her daughter has such happy memories of her time at school. “I think the school has a knack for helping a child find the thing that they love doing, and then really draw it out by encouraging them. Going to Heath Mount sets you up for life.” This is music to our ears. Our approach to learning is to put happiness first. If you enjoy doing something, you’re likely to grow in confidence, explore further and exercise your imagination. This approach, we believe, helps to develop a love of learning, while helping you to get the most out of life – at Heath Mount, at your next school – and beyond. Our starting point is one of freedom and opportunity. As a non-selective school, we believe in giving every single child the freedom to try every single activity and subject, regardless of their ability. We encourage everyone to have a go. We’re adept at noticing when a particular activity or subject

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chimes and sparks joy. We’re in the fortunate position of having small classes and when it comes to non-academic activities and subjects, our groups are sometimes as small as eight. This enables our teachers to spot when a child is showing a particular interest or flair for a subject, theme or activity. In some cases, children try something for the first time and with our encouragement, they become expert at it. The fact that we’re able to give more time to our children, and in turn give them more time to pursue the things that make their heart sing, can of course lead to them becoming exceptionally good at certain

things. We don’t want to show off, but this year we’ve celebrated our highest ever number of scholarships – 48, which is 12 up on last year’s 36. As with other years, some of our pupils have been offered more than one scholarship. Of the 45 Heath Mount children in Year Eight, 26 have scholarships to the schools they’ve dreamed of going to. All of our Year Eight pupils gained entry to their first-choice school. And while we’re proud of these children and their scholarships, we see their success as a byproduct of what we’re really here for: to make sure that every single child benefits from the happiest experience of school life. Headmaster Chris Gillam with some of his pupils

We believe that childhood is something to be celebrated every day. While in some ways we are a traditional and disciplined school, this discipline stems from respect for each other and everyone in our community. As a result, the atmosphere here makes children feel happy and relaxed. At Heath Mount, we give our pupils permission to be children. That means space to play and time to dream. We encourage them to cherish friendship and one of the most frequent things that we hear from past pupils is that they formed lasting friendships here. We want our children to enjoy the feeling that life can be expansive, and we’re not merely talking about enjoying our 40 acres of grounds. It’s more about trying lots of different things – physically, creatively and academically. We encourage children to take risks and to help them to develop resilience. We love it when we hear from children who started their life at Heath Mount. We regularly visit many of the Senior Schools and it’s a real delight to see the alumni who are confidently forging their own path in their new schools. Whatever your child discovers here, we will support them to get the most out of their childhood.

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Small classes allow teachers to recognise when a pupil exhibits a flair or particular interest in a subject

OUR STARTING POINT IS ONE OF FREEDOM AND OPPORTUNITY. AS A NON-SELECTIVE SCHOOL, We believe in giving every single child the freedom to try every single activity AND SUBJECT, REGARDLESS OF THEIR ABILITY Heath Mount is set within 40 acres of grounds in Wattonat-Stone, Hertfordshire

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Specialist subjects A new pupil-led approach to Prep is being trialled at St Michael’s, School, Kent, says Deputy Head MARY BRIDGES

hildren at St Michael’s Prep are undertaking a new challenge this year: through an innovative approach to homework. The idea came from the pupils themselves when a child said “imagine if we could choose our own homework”. We realised that this would indeed be an exciting prospect, and with a team of staff, designed and introduced a new style of homework. The aim of the challenge homework is to develop independent learning and thinking, inspire curiosity and enable creativity. Many subjects were taken out of the homework timetable with English and maths remaining as weekly tasks. This has enabled the children to have time and freedom to explore a cross-curricular topic in great depth and to produce an outcome that they choose. The initial challenges included an investigation into Olympic history and the Year Fives created some wonderful responses. We saw

Skype interviews with British Olympians, a huge model of the Sochi track where Old Michaelian Lizzy Yarnold won her first gold. The model was completed with a mini Lizzy and her winning score on the miniature board above the track. Choice is key, and enables the children to

pursue something that interests or inspires them. They have the option of choosing the challenge that appeals to them most, or they can write their own challenge. Harriet in Year Six produced a presentation A House with History where she researched her house’s past occupants after builders found unexploded Second World War bombs in the garden! Trips to the library and a trawl through newspaper archives revealed that the residents were part of the home guard which, Harriet shared through an engaging presentation, including a video of the emergency services carrying out a controlled explosion of the bombs. Challenges from other terms include Global Awareness, Victorious Victorian and Who Am I? We look forward to seeing the next creations, which might include song, film, sculpture and design. One of the most exciting

MANAGING AN INDEPENDENT PROJECT IS a big challenge but through this experience children are changed: INTO PROJECT MANAGERS, PRESENTERS AND PERFORMERS

The challenge homework gives children the time and freedom to explore cross-curricular topics

aspects of this new way of learning has been the independence that the children have shown, with many writing to and interviewing people who can give them real insights into their subject of choice. The experiences and skills that they develop will undoubtedly set them in good stead for progression into the curiosity curriculum in Year Seven and Eight, as well as helping them with their Senior School interviews by giving them something completely individual to talk about. Managing an independent project is a big challenge, but through this experience the children are changed: into project managers, presenters and performers. We’re incredibly proud of this aspect to our curriculum and feel inspired by the responses of our creative young learners. independentschoolparent.com

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Durston House, in Ealing, is a leading London prep school, for boys aged 4-13 years, which has a fine record of preparing boys for future success. Founded in 1886, Durston House continues to enjoy a strong reputation for academic, sporting and cultural excellence. A boy is shaped by the development of his character, his curiosity to learn and discover more, and his expanding capability. These three concepts, Character, Curiosity and Capability are the cornerstones of his success at Durston House and his success in life. Find out more by visiting our website, attending an Open Day or touring the school.

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rogressing from Primary or Prep education to Senior school is a huge deal for families. Up to this point of your child’s schooling journey – in many cases – you’ve dropped them off and picked them up every day. You’ve known their teachers personally, perhaps spoken to them on a daily basis and felt like you really knew what was going on. At Senior School, everything changes. It’s far more likely your child will be making their own way to school. And because they’re studying so many more subjects, they’ll have lots of different teachers, some of whom you may only ever meet at twice-yearly parents’ evenings. Their world becomes more their own and less a smaller version of your universe.

CONSIDER YOUR OPTIONS

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FULL-TIME & FLEXI BOARDING As for boarding, there are lots of outdated ideas floating around about boarding schools. Done well, boarding can offer an educational experience second to none – indeed, a study Headington has state-of-theart dance and fitness facilities

recently found that pupils from disadvantaged backgrounds offered places in boarding schools absolutely thrived, and it had a huge impact on their academic results. There are no sterile dormitories and terrifying housemistresses and children aren’t shut away from their families for months on end. Most boarding schools today encourage family time and many offer a range of different boarding options, from full boarding – which is broken up by half-term breaks, holidays and sometimes “exeat” weekends at home – down to the opportunity to board for just a few nights a year. At Headington, for example, you can be a full boarder, a weekly boarder (going home each weekend), a half-weekly boarder where you would stay two or three nights each week or opt for occasional boarding. A good school will invite you to visit its boarding houses, meet the housemistress or housemaster and talk to the boarders – they’ll be sure to give you a reliable account of what boarding is really like!

TRULY INDEPENDENT Just as no two schools in the maintained sector are alike, the same is true of independent schools. What they have in common is that they’re much freer to choose how and what they teach. Most – although not all – will have far smaller class sizes than your average state school. The range of subjects taught may be different too. For example, at Headington,

There’s a lot to take on board, particularly for those who have come from very small schools. For those struggling with the idea of a large, impersonal establishment, an independent school may be a really good option. The sector comes with its own, often confusing, lexicon. Should you choose single-sex or co-educational? Day or boarding? What’s the difference between a day school with boarding or a boarding school with day? What if I want to see my child at weekends? All families have different needs. I firmly believe that there’s a place for single-sex schools, like my school, and evidence suggests girls

achieve better educational outcomes in an all-girls environment. They’re able to reject stereotypical norms and find the roles and passions that are best for them, rather than following a predetermined path based on what girls are “supposed” to do. There are also many excellent co-educational schools which do an admirable job in defying gender stereotypes. Finding a school that fits your child is far more important than settling on a particular school because it is the right “type” of school.

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Independent schools are freer to choose how and what they teach

girls learn Latin, and can even opt to take Greek later on in their school career. You can take astronomy GCSE as an extracurricular club. We offer both the International Baccalaureate – where you study six subjects, three at a higher level and three at “standard” level – or A-Levels, perhaps supplemented by an Extended Project Qualification and a programme of electives encompassing everything from nutrition to practical chemistry. This variety of study approaches aren’t impossible to find in the state sector – but they’re not common either. At Headington we’re also lucky enough to have fantastic facilities, including a state-ofthe-art dance and fitness centre, purpose-built theatre, music school and art school, and can offer a choice of 150 different activities a week. Again, that can be hard to find in the state sector – although you won’t find it in every independent school either!

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EXAMS AND FEES How hard is it to get into this kind of school? That depends. Most independent schools require you to sit entrance examinations. For some these are generic ones – the Common Entrance exams at 13+ – although many schools have their own examinations. At age 11, you might expect to sit, for example,

assessments in English, maths and non-verbal reasoning, along with an interview with a senior member of staff. Some schools are highly academically selective, some not at all. While schools like Headington are popular and oversubscribed, others which serve different catchments will be less competitive. As for fees – a good independent education doesn’t come cheap, but many schools have bursaries and scholarship programmes available. Again, in some cases demand will outstrip supply, but there are many schools which struggle to attract bursary applicants. It’s always worth asking if there’s any help with fees available. The journey beyond primary education could be daunting, but it doesn’t have to be. Speak to your local schools, visit them and see if an independent senior school is right for you and your family. It could be the best choice you ever make.

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THE HANDS OF HISTORY The Ulster Schools’ Cup brings pupils past and present together, says BRIAN ROBINSON, Master of Rugby at Campbell College, Belfast

he Ulster Schools’ Cup competition, the second-oldest competition in world rugby, is one of the most eagerly awaited events in the sporting calendar. Every year since 1876, schools affiliated to the Ulster Branch of the Irish Rugby Football Union battle it out for a place in the traditional St Patrick’s Day final at Kingspan Stadium, the home of Ulster rugby. The

Schools’ Cup competition showcases the skill and talent of young players and celebrates the exciting world of Schools’ rugby. Captain John McKee explains, “There’s no greater feeling than standing on the pitch on a bitterly cold Saturday morning in February at the start of the tournament, in anticipation of what the following months hold.” Following a successful summer tour to South Africa, the team

THERE’S NO GREATER FEELING THAN standing on the pitch on a bitterly cold Saturday morning IN FEBRUARY AT THE START OF THE TOURNAMENT, IN ANTICIPATION OF WHAT THE FOLLOWING MONTHS HOLD

The 1st XV rugby team and inset the original 1st XV 1913-1914 team photograph

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lost a pivotal warm up match in a brutal 26-7 defeat by rival The Royal School, Armagh. That match, the lowest point of the 2017-18 season, was the turning point. Captain John McKee recognised that his team had lost their passion, determination and more worryingly, camaraderie. John adds, “It was then that we all remembered what we were fighting for.” It had been seven years since Campbell had lifted the Schools’ Cup trophy in 2011. While the wait may not seem lengthy, for a school with a track record of 23 cup wins to its name – seven years felt like a lifetime. The College motto, Ne Obliviscaris which translated means Do not forget runs through

the veins of Campbellians. Pupils are always encouraged to remember those that have gone before them and find inspiration in their achievements. Days before entering into the semi-final, the 1st XV paid a poignant tribute to the winning 1913-14 team by recreating the original team photo. They were reminded that within months of the original photo being taken, the boys from that team would go on to witness the horrors of World War One and half would lose their lives. This became part of their motivation; honouring the history and heritage of Campbell College. The team proceeded to defeat the very team that had beaten them so convincingly at the start of the season – The Royal School, Armagh – in a thrilling final! The team are now working with the college’s junior boys to inspire the next generation.

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Wetherby Senior School Wetherby Senior School is an 11-18 all-boys independent school that provides an outstanding all-round education, fully preparing its pupils to meet the challenges of being a young man in the twenty-first century. Boys enter at Year 7, Year 9 or Year 12, progressing all the way through to Sixth Form, before they transition to the top universities in the UK and abroad. Bursary-assisted scholarships are available.

Open day: 6th October 2018, 11am-2pm 100 Marylebone Lane, London, W1U 2QU Email: admin@wetherbysenior.co.uk

Tel: 020 7535 3530 Fax: 020 7535 3523

“A marvellous education for the modern teenage boy”

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Squad goals UCS Hampsteadâ€™s rigorous in-school and extra-curricular physical education programmes teach children about more than just health and fitness, writes Director of Sport, EDWARD SAWTELL The 1st XI won the London Cup in 2014 and the 1st XV won the Middlesex Cup in 2016 and 2017

EVERY PUPIL IS TREATED AS AN INDIVIDUAL, AND A HARD-WORKING PERFORMANCE FOR THE UNDER 14D

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New playing fields have been developed and will be ready this term

ith the sun shining on a seemingly endless summer of temperatures in the 30s, the nation united behind the England football team’s bid for glory. Gareth Southgate’s side progressed further than anyone dared to imagine but it was the manner of their success that I found most pleasing. The team played for each other and the sense of community within the whole squad was palpable. It is something that our coaches and staff continue to strive to achieve. Sport and exercise is an integral part of building communities and it is at the forefront of our extra-curricular programme. UCS prides itself on the breadth of its curriculum, and the same is true of the sports programme. Every pupil is treated as an individual, and a hard-working performance for the Under 14D football team is celebrated as much as the 1st XV retaining the county cup at Allianz Park was in December. While the department’s priority is to get as many pupils as possible to participate in a sport they enjoy, we’ve been pleased to observe an upward trend in results against local schools in our regular fixtures. It’s difficult to pinpoint

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SPORT IS AN INTREGRAL PART OF BUILDING COMMUNITIES AND IT IS AT THE FOREFRONT OF OUR EXTRA-CURRICULAR PROGRAMME. UCS PRIDES itself on the breadth of its curriculum AND THE SAME IS TRUE OF THE SPORTS PROGRAMME a single reason for this. However, the quality of coaching has played a huge part in this success and I really can’t credit our coaching staff enough. UCS is a highly academic school and at all ages, pupils are encouraged to develop their leadership skills by setting up their own clubs and societies which match their interests. Last year, a group of passionate Sixth Form girls decided to organise their own football team. The sport has now grown in popularity, meaning that we field More girls than ever before are training in the school netball teams

a large squad of female football players, and numerous fixtures are played. This year, we entered a team for the Independent Schools Football Association Cup which had qualified from the London qualification stage to play in the national rounds. This relatively new feature in our programme has had a knock-on effect on our netball teams and more girls than ever before are now training in the team and representing the school. Women in Sport week in November is crucial in building a strong sporting ethos and the

rapport between coaches and staff develops quickly, as many staff take part in the events too. Improved participation and results at UCS could not happen without the support of pupils, parents and the senior leadership team. The school has invested in ensuring that our enthusiastic staff are as well trained as possible and our CPD programme is built around developing an exciting and innovative coaching programme at every age. We’re fortunate to benefit from playing fields which are only a mile from the main site. Two years ago we decided to redevelop these fields which will be ready this term. Our broad sports programme enables all our pupils to participate in a sport they enjoy. After beating Colombia at the World Cup, Gareth Southgate used the word “resilience” six times in an interview. The resilience our players have developed through sport will stand them in good stead in whatever they choose to do. With our state-of-theart facilities opening this term, it really does feel that sport is coming home at UCS.

Independent Catholic Day and Boarding School for Boys aged 11 to 18

An All-Round Education in a Nurturing Environment

OPEN MORNING Saturday 24 November 2018

9.30am - 12.30pm Email registrar@oratory.co.uk or call 01491 683522 to confirm your attendance Discover more at oratory.co.uk

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Light years ahead With cutting-edge technology and enriched curriculum, Kensington Park School will prepare pupils for this century’s ever-quickening pace, says Headmaster PAUL VANNI

ensington Park School is a new co-educational day and boarding school in central London. While offering what is in many respects a traditional British curriculum, being a new school means that we can start this term with an ethos, curriculum and co-curricular provision that is very much geared towards preparing our pupils for the challenges of the 21st century. A KPS education is about so much more than a narrow perspective on academic subjects and a focus on exam results. Yes, examination results and university outcomes are important, but an education which fails to place due emphasis on creativity, on developing a child’s soft, interpersonal skills, and encouraging a sense of global understanding, is an education that has frankly failed to deliver in a number of areas. Faculty coordinators will ensure

that teachers across departments work collaboratively with one another to help reinforce learning and to create a deep sense of understanding among our pupils that knowledge and skills are transferable. The Creative Hub is at the heart of the school. Comprised of three co-located spaces – our theatre, the Mezzanine (our state-of-theart ICT suite), and the art studio – the Hub facilitates pupils working together across a range of disciplines towards a common goal. In the theatre, you may find pupils directing and acting in a play they have written themselves as an extended English assignment. In the art studio, pupils will be working on sets for the production and making costumes using traditional tools such as sewing machines;

while in the Mezzanine, pupils may be composing digital music and a son-et-lumière package for the play as other pupils produce props on one of our 3D printers. The curriculum, and how it’s delivered, supports our desire to prepare our pupils for the challenges of the global workplace, and we place emphasis on high-quality teaching in very small, concentrated sets. We’ve configured each of our four science laboratories for a maximum of 12 pupils to ensure that our pupils get the individual attention they need, as well as plenty of opportunities to engage with science through hands-on, experiential learning. We also have a separate investigation room and a space which is large enough to bring up to 70 pupils

THE CURRICULUM, AND HOW IT’S DELIVERED, supports our desire to

prepare our pupils for the 21st century workplace, AND WE PLACE EMPHASIS ON HIGH-QUALITY TEACHING IN SMALL, CONCENTRATED SETS

Teaching staff ensure that pupils get hands-on experience in the science labs at Kensington Park School

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together from across the science disciplines to work with one another. Our teaching spaces have been designed to be flexible, and our staff use them in a dynamic fashion to tailor the classroom environment to the pupils’ specific teaching and learning needs at any one given time. We offer a traditional range of languages such as French, German, Spanish, Italian, Latin and Greek; but with an awareness of the changing world in which we live, we also place an emphasis on Mandarin which is compulsory in Years Seven and Eight. Kensington Park School is both a new school and a small school, but despite our size we’ve a big vision and one which we’re confident will have a positive, life-long impact on the lives of young Londoners for years to come.

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Caldicott Independent day and boarding school for boys aged 7 - 13

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Excellence in education from 21/2 to 16 years in a stunning location on the South Downs.

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Iguanas and meerkats and kinkajous oh my! Bede’s zoo is home to 70 species of animals

s a new school year begins, a school’s new developments are proudly unveiled: a sports hall here, a new canteen there. At Bede’s this year, it’s our zoo on which we will be focusing, with the opening of an extension containing six brand new enclosures, housing African birds, lemurs and squirrel monkeys. It might not be obvious why we have a zoo within the school grounds. A small zoo that, at the last count, contained 70 species of mammals, birds, amphibians, reptiles and invertebrates. The answer is several-fold, and the benefits it brings are are many. Most obviously, the zoo is cornerstone on which the Sixth Form BTEC animal management course is built. This course is a superb opportunity for students who wish to work with animals, wild or domestic, or have something unusual to sit alongside their scientific qualifications. Since we started offering it in 2013, we’ve seen nearly 40 students complete the BTEC. Students who’ve taken the course have gone on to study veterinary medicine, veterinary nursing and conservation. The collection also provides the

Animal magic The teaching zoo at Bede’s in Sussex enriches science education, with many pupils going on to study veterinary medicine and conservation, says the school’s Academic Deputy Head, JOHN TUCSON location for one of the school’s most popular activities: the Zoological Society. Each week, large numbers of students are able to spend their afternoons feeding the grey hornbills, cleaning out the royal python’s vivarium, or rearranging the branching in the home of the Siberian chipmunks. The zoo also enables us to look beyond our own school campus. The facility allows the school to participate in a number of

national breeding programmes of endangered species: European polecats, bred in Upper Dicker, have been released into the wild, in Derbyshire; offspring from our dormice will, similarly, return to the wild to help replenish depleted natural populations. With the opening of the new extension this term, Bede’s will have a truly unique facility: a zoo which is a teaching resource, enabling students to learn and

The Zoological Society allows students to get hands-on with animals

pursue their interests, and allowing them to participate in programmes that benefit wildlife. Each month we welcome many groups to the zoo – from local schools, disadvantaged children, our Prep School, or anyone who’s interested in the work we do. Perhaps above all of this, however, we feel that a connection with animals is enriching and calming. Feeding mealworms to a bearded dragon or gaining the trust of a kinkajou brings something to the lives of the pupils who are privileged to be able to enjoy these opportunities. It’s for these reasons we’re delighted that, alongside the school’s new squash courts and swimming pool, there’s also a small menagerie of animals which have come to us from all around the world. independentschoolparent.com

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DR MICHAEL CARSLAW, Headmaster at St Leonards School, Fife, discusses the considerations involved in choosing your child’s Sixth Form school

St Leonards’ Sixth Formers are given more freedom and responsibility within the school community to prepare them for the next step

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Sixth Form is an important stepping stone between school and university, further education or work, and the first step to a successful experience is choosing the right school for the right reasons: whether it be academic rigour, curriculum, location, cocurricular programme, class size, inspection reports, or friendships, exploring these factors is crucial in making an informed choice.

LOOK AHEAD Firstly, think about which school, and curriculum, will be the best fit for your child, and provide them with the best opportunity of securing a university place. Opting to study International Baccalaureate or A-Level and selecting the right subject combination to complement a student’s strengths and interests is the first stage.

SIXTH FORM IS AN IMPORTANT STEPPING STONE BETWEEN SCHOOL AND UNIVERSITY, FURTHER EDUCATION OR WORK, and the first step to a successful experience is choosing THE RIGHT SCHOOL FOR THE RIGHT REASONS

t every stage of a child’s school career, they’re being prepared for life in the 21st century. At St Leonards, our ethos is simple: to provide a nurturing, ambitious and innovative education, instilling a lifelong love of learning. By the time students graduate from Sixth Form, they should have resilience, curiosity, compassion, and be independent learners. These skills ensure they’re fully equipped for what they’re about to enter – a world of enormous and unpredictable opportunity.

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Home comforts and well-equipped study bedrooms are essential for Sixth Form boarders

Academic achievement will ultimately determine where your son or daughter will go on to after Sixth Form. At St Leonards, students follow the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme, which has been praised by pupils, parents and university admissions officers for deepening learning, offering wider subject options, and enriching minds. Students choose six core subjects, ensuring they have a vast range of further study and careers options. Results are also important: refer to league tables, study the university destinations of previous leavers, and meet with the Head of Careers to discuss options. For the third year running, St Leonards has been ranked by the Sunday Times Schools Guide as the Top Independent School Sixth Form in Scotland for IB/A Level results, so we feel confident that our all-IB curriculum is working.

ENDLESS OPPORTUNITIES Sixth Formers should have opportunities to discover new skills and interests alongside their studies. These could be on the sports field, in the art studio, or on the stage. As well as their chosen core subjects, our students submit an Extended Essay, broaden their thinking through Theory of Knowledge, and complete Creativity, Activity, Service (CAS). These elements encourage students to manage projects, organise fundraising events,

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skills and interests alongside their studies. THESE COULD BE ON THE

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work in the community, and further develop those all-important life skills.

INTERNATIONAL OUTLOOK School leavers are increasingly applying to universities all over the world, and graduating from a close-knit school community can be daunting. Friendships made at school are often friendships made for life, and with students of over 25 different nationalities at St Leonards, this is an excellent opportunity for pupils to embrace the global nature of the world today.

RESPONSIBILITY READY Every school aims to develop students into mature, thoughtful and confident individuals. This is achieved by allowing Sixth Formers more freedom and responsibilities. Our Sixth Formers wear suits instead of uniform, and Prefects, House Captains, and Heads of School are elected to take on certain duties and represent the school in the wider community.

HOME FROM HOME Look for a school with a safe, welcoming campus and great facilities, including good IT provision, and a dedicated Sixth Form library.

Home comforts are important, so make sure boarding houses have communal areas for socialising – our students use them for dinner parties, yoga classes, bake-offs and movie nights – and well-equipped study bedrooms. The houses at St Leonards have recently benefitted from a £3m refurbishment, and boarders live in modern, stylish comfort in a country-house setting offering sea views. When living away from home, it’s important to have opportunities to immerse yourself in the community. We’re fortunate in our location in the beautiful coastal town of St Andrews. Students benefit from the school’s relationship with the University of St Andrews and the St Andrews Links Golf Academy. Many of our pupils can be found teeing off on one of the courses on a Sunday morning.

BE HAPPY Happiness is key. The majority of our students stay with us for Sixth Form, but we also welcome new pupils in Year 12 and 13. The right Sixth Form for one student may not be the right Sixth Form for another. Visit a shortlist of schools and choose the one that feels right for your child. independentschoolparent.com

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Keeping safe By fully embracing online technology you can outweigh the risks your children take using it, says HAMISH MACKENZIE, Head of Digital Learning at Royal Hospital School, Ipswich

*THE HMC IS A PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATION OF HEADTEACHERS OF LEADING INDEPENDENT SCHOOLS.

obile learning has been a key element of the teaching and learning environment at Royal Hospital for over six years. We’re an Apple Regional Training Centre that shares good practice, facilitates training opportunities for teachers and helps to develop digital learning throughout East Anglia. All pupils in Years Seven to 11 are provided with a leased iPad, which is designed to be an educational tool – not a toy. They have access to an agreed suite of educational apps for use in the classroom and are supported by a secure network, well-resourced information systems department and on a peer-to-peer level through our digital leaders.

We do, however, recognise that access to the digital world can come with some risks and we believe that it’s our responsibility to ensure that our pupils and parents are provided with support and advice on good practice and online safety technologies. In January, the school invited assessors from the South West Grid for Learning (SWGfL) to review its online safety provision. The assessors interviewed staff, parents and pupils and conducted

a review of the curriculum, systems, policies and support in the context of digital learning. As a result, the school received the 360 Degree Safe Online Safety Mark and named a national “Beacon of Good Practice”. The prime benefit of applying for the Online Safety Mark is that it doesn’t focus on the individual aspects of online safety, but instead it integrates online safety into school policy and the curriculum, challenging teachers

and leaders in the school to think about their provision and its continual evolution. We were delighted that the school demonstrated a high standard of online safety education for all staff, pupils and also for parents, ensuring that all users of digital technologies can be safe online – whether they’re in school or out and about using mobile devices. Preparing our pupils so they can use technology safely is a strength of the school, and to achieve this National Accreditation is an endorsement

THE PRIME BENEFIT OF APPLYING FOR THE ONLINE SAFETY MARK IS THAT IT DOESN’T FOCUS on the individual aspects of online safety BUT INTEGRATES ONLINE SAFETY INTO SCHOOL POLICY of the efforts and processes that we have implemented. Achieving this in the context of a boarding school where pupils are using technology for both work and recreation is particularly pleasing, given the additional challenges this poses. Further acknowledgment of our commitment is our involvement in a video commissioned by the Headmaster’s and Headmistresses’ Conference (HMC)*. The video highlights the approach we’ve taken with our pupils and the fact that we recognise the benefits to their digital lives as well as educating against the risks. independentschoolparent.com

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MOVING ON UP JAMES BARTON, Director of Admissions at MPW, London explains what to expect if you’re moving schools for Sixth Form

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of your school career and you should work OUT WHAT YOU WANT TO DO

NEXT. EXPECT MORE FOCUS ON CAREERS, UNIVERSITY COURSES AND CAMPUS VISITS

TOP TIPS At Sixth Form you should expect a more adult level of learning with independent study involved

f you’ve chosen to move schools for the Sixth Form, this can be a real chance to reinvent yourself. For the majority, the Sixth Form seems like a rite of passage they have waited their entire school careers for, but it is difficult to really know what to expect from the experience. It’s this uncertainty that can cause even the most confident to stumble. What will the timetable look like? Will you feel like the new boy or girl again, or will you be joined by others going through the same process? Every student’s experience is different, but this article aims to act as a guide for what to expect. The first, and most important thing, is to be confident in where

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you choose to study. This is your journey and your experience will be defined by what you make of it.

THE RIGHT SCHOOL You should expect a jump in the intellectual demands being placed on you and feeling like you chose the right school can make this difficult period more comfortable. Despite the A-Level reforms, there’s still a significant gap between GCSE and AS-Level and this can surprise students. While there will be some new rules to adhere to, most will not be so demonstrably different to what you’re already used to. In fact, you’ll probably feel a sense of déjà vu. You may feel like the new person for the first few weeks, which is perfectly natural

considering external intakes to Sixth Forms are often low. But that feeling should pass fairly quickly. This will likely have a familiar structure to it, only now there will be free periods, whereas before the timetable used nearly every slot to contain the full set of 10 GCSEs.

• Grow up – adapt to a new way of learning for Sixth Form. • Be open to it. Don’t be afraid of change. Whether you’re moving or not, Sixth Form is a new start. • Write your own narrative. Be the person you want to be. Use Sixth Form as a way of breaking away from the herd mentality of school life up to GCSEs.

LIBERAL LEARNING You may be moving across the sector into the college world. Now the approach is more undergraduate in feel; the environment more liberal in style. Here, you will find a different type of approach, often a more sophisticated learning style that helps to instil the skills needed by students to flourish at university. Regardless of where you go, you’re now at the business end of

your school career and you should use the next two years to work out what you want to do next. Expect more focus on careers, university courses and campus visits. A change at Sixth Form can be the best source of inspiration. What should you expect? A more adult learning experience. What should they expect of you? A more adult student. Regardless of anything else, enjoy it!

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An IB student can manage a varied workload and is able to think critically

his year marks the 40th anniversary of Sevenoaks School introducing the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma. It steadily became the qualification of choice by students and parents and replaced A-Levels completely nearly 20 years ago. This year also marks the 50-year anniversary of the conception of the IB. The programme encourages students to value conflict resolution, to respect cultural heritage and the environment and to develop an attitude of responsibility to the wider community. Worldwide, the IB Diploma

THE EXTENDED ESSAY FOSTERS independent learning and deep subject knowledge. IT IS A SUPERB PREPARATION FOR UNDERGRADUATE ESSAYS is now taken by nearly 142,000 students in over 2,400 schools worldwide. Students take six subjects, including their native language and one other, mathematics, and at least one science and one humanity. They take a theory of knowledge course developing critical thinking and reasoning skills, and they follow a creativity, action and service programme in sport, the arts and voluntary work. A key feature of the IB is the Extended Essay, a 4,000word project with tutorial-style supervision. It fosters independent learning, deep subject knowledge and is superb preparation for undergraduate essays. The breadth of the IB programme encourages an interdisciplinary style of learning. Students develop expert knowledge in the topics that most interest them, but are also encouraged to look beyond the traditional boundaries between

A broader view It’s 50 years since the International Baccalaureate Diploma was introduced. ALISON ROBERTS of Sevenoaks School, Kent, looks at why it is seen as such excellent preparation for those going on to university

academic disciplines, think critically across the curriculum and to appreciate and analyse multiple perspectives. This strength of breadth and depth is one of the reasons why IB students are very effectively prepared for university and for the future workplace. Universities therefore really like the IB; by maintaining its standards, free from state interference, the IB has succeeded in achieving a consistency

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more than 9,000, and the number of students has risen by 400 per cent (figures courtesy of ISC Research). Some 4,000 of these schools are British international schools, a number of which are branches of well-known UK independent schools – Brighton College in the UAE and Thailand, Haileybury in Kazakhstan and Epsom College in Malaysia for example.

However, most British international schools are free-standing independent schools with a long tradition of serving expatriate communities and more recently, local families. British international schools teach the UK National Curriculum, often in combination with the local curriculum or other international curricula such as the

hoosing the right school is an important decision for any parent, and for families who are relocating to a new country the process can seem even more challenging. Global families are fortunate to have a wide range of excellent school options available to them – British international schools, American international schools, International Baccalaureate (IB) schools, local schools – but as a parent, how do you know you’re making the right choice for your child? The international-school sector has grown exponentially in recent years. Since 2000, the number of schools has increased from 2,500 to

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International Primary Curriculum or the IB. Schools will use a range of assessments at the primary level (e.g. UK National Curriculum tests) and at the secondary level these schools may offer GCSEs or IGCSEs, A-Levels, or the IB. International schools cater for globally mobile families, so admission can take place at any time of year (subject to availability). One of the reasons for this growth in the British international school sector is the high regard in which British education is held worldwide. This is partly based on increased recognition of big names in UK education – famous universities and schools – but also due to the fact that the British system is known to provide a broad, balanced curriculum, alongside good pastoral care and a range of extra-curricular opportunities which equip pupils with the skills and qualifications to enter, or re-enter, the UK education system at school, college, or university level. Parents choose British international schools because they want their children to be able to go on to university in the UK, or another English-speaking country; they want their children to be educated in English; and if they move around for work, they want a curriculum

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outsourced to inspectorates such as ISI and Penta. BSO reports are published on the DfE website. COBIS offers The Patron’s Accreditation and Compliance scheme, an accreditation system for the best British international schools that focuses on school development and improvement. Parents can be sure that any school that’s a COBIS member is compliant with our standards for recruitment, student welfare, safeguarding, facilities, governance, ethos and values, and if applicable, boarding. Schools that are Patron’s Accredited members of COBIS will have been assessed against those standards as well as standards in learning and teaching, leadership, communication, and extracurricular activities. This is the highest level of accreditation that COBIS schools can have. British international schools provide the opportunity for children to thrive overseas. COBIS schools have a keen focus on the development of the whole child – nurturing qualities such as resilience, self-confidence, and tolerance. These are schools that work hard to promote international mindedness and cross-cultural friendships, as well as provide a globally oriented education.

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Modern English School Cairo Egypt Headteacher: Nicola Singleton

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The British International School Shanghai, Puxi

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Corona School, Lekki

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Corona Secondary School

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Hillcrest International Schools Kenya Headteacher: Leon Bareham

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St Andrew’s International High School Malawi Headteacher: Kieron Smith

Nigeria Headteacher: Funmilola Olorunnishola

Nigeria Headteacher: Chinedum Oluwadamilola

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Corona, Apapa

Nigeria Headteacher: Lawrencia Izedonmwen

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Day Waterman College, Nigeria

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British International School Casablanca Morocco Headteacher: Duncan Gowen

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International School of Morocco Morocco Headteacher: Tony Moniz

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Khalil Gibran School

Morocco Headteacher: Stephen Sibthorpe

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Acorns And Oaks Academy Nigeria Headteacher: Tarela Ohia

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Atlantic Hall

Nigeria Headteacher: Andrew Jedras

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Bridge House College Nigeria Headteacher: Ayoola Akinyeye

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British International School Lagos Nigeria Headteacher: Howard Bullock

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Brookstone School Nigeria Headteacher: Kevin Donnelly

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Wellington College International Tianjin

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Wycombe Abbey International School

Nigeria Headteacher: Adeola Arofin

The Regent Primary School Nigeria Headteacher: Professor George Hickman

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The Regent Secondary School Nigeria Headteacher: King Chukwuma Egwu

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Nord Anglia International School Hong Kong Hong Kong Headteacher: Brian Cooklin

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Braeburn Arusha

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GEMS Cambridge International School-Kampala

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Divine Royal International School, NKPOR Nigeria Headteacher: Theresa Ebele Ikokwu

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Grange School

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Nigeria Headteacher: Bruce Clapp

Inspire Academy

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James Hope College Nigeria Headteacher: Abraham Swart

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KAD Academy

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Sierra Leone Headteacher: Jenny Condron

Tanzania Headteacher: Alison Rogers

Uganda Headteacher: Nigel Barratt

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Rainbow International School Uganda Headteacher: Jason Lewis

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Baobab College Zambia Headteacher: Jan Lamb

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British Oak Tree Nursery India Headteacher: Vinita Marwah

India Headteacher: Howard Gee

Indonesia Headteacher: David Butcher

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St Michael’s International School Japan Headteacher: Gill Tyrer

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The British School In Tokyo Japan Headteacher: Brian Christian

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Galaxy International School Kazakhstan Headteacher: Alisher Bodaubekov

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Azerbaijan Headteacher: Sigve Austheim

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Azerbaijan British College

Kazakhstan Headteacher: Craig Halsall

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Lagos Preparatory School Nigeria Headteacher: Nicholas Barrett

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Nigeria Headteacher: Motunrayo Lemo

Nigeria Headteacher: Peter Hartland

Meadow Hall School Nigeria Headteacher: Kehinde Nwani

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Noble Hall Leadership Academy For Girls Nigeria Headteacher: Elaine Breen

Azerbaijan Headteacher: Maxene Whittingham

Bangladesh Headteacher: Jason Bek

Brunei Headteacher: Barnaby Sandow

Britannica International School Shanghai China Headteacher: David Goodwin

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The British School of Beijing Shunyi

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China Headteacher: Andy Puttock

Oakland International School

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Nigeria Headteacher: Baruka Saleh

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Olashore International School

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China Headteacher: Ian Thurston-Barnes

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China Headteacher: Lesley-Ann Wallace

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Wellington College International Shanghai

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Nigeria Headteacher: Tayo Olarewaju

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British International School of Brussels Belgium Headteacher: Stephen Prescott

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British Junior Academy of Brussels Belgium Headteacher: Sarah White

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ISF Tervuren International School Belgium Headteacher: Orla McLoughlin

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Croatia Headteacher: Faizel Manjoo

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British International School of Zagreb Croatia Headteacher: Martin Tino Casl

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International School of Brno Czech Republic Headteacher: Jan Svihalek

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International School Olomouc Czech Republic Headteacher: Petr Pospisil

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Meridian International School Czech Republic Headteacher: Ahmet Gursoy

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Park Lane International School Czech Republic Headteacher: Paul Ingarfield

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PORG International Primary School Czech Republic Headteacher: Dagmar Dluhosova

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Prague British International School Czech Republic Headteacher: Michael Bardsley

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Bulgaria Headteacher: Jim Urquhart

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British School of Sofia Bulgaria Headteacher: Teodora Nenova

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St George International School And Pre-School Bulgaria Headteacher: Justin Kilcullen-Nichols

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Campion School

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St Lawrence College - The British School In Greece Greece Headteacher: Phil Holden

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Britannica International School Budapest Hungary Headteacher: Neil McGarry

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The British International School Budapest Hungary Headteacher: Richard Dyer

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Budapest British International School Hungary Headteacher: Angela Fairs

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Andersen School Italy Headteacher: Juliet Rawles

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Italy Headteacher: Martyn Hales

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Italy Headteacher: Luciana Vescovi

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The British School of Milan

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Townshend International School

The New School, Rome

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Rygaards International School

St George’s International School, Luxembourg

Czech Republic Headteacher: Vivek Williams

Denmark Headteacher: Charles Dalton

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British School of Paris France Headteacher: Nicholas Hammond

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Mougins School

France Headteacher: Brian Hickmore

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British International School of Tbilisi Georgia Headteacher: Stephen Priest

Poland Headteacher: Kamila Wilczynska

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St Louis School

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The English College In Prague Czech Republic Headteacher: Nigel Brown

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Italy Headteacher: Chris Greenhalgh

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Luxembourg Headteacher: Christian Barkei

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Arcadia Academy Montenegro Headteacher: Milija Bozovic

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Poland Headteacher: Danuta Koscinska-Michalczuk

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The British School, Warsaw Poland Headteacher: Alun Yorath

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International Preparatory School Portugal Headteacher: Robert Taylor

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Oporto British School Portugal Headteacher: Robin Silk

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Acorns Nursery

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BritAcademy Bucharest Romania Headteacher: Ramona Glodeanu

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British School of Bucharest Romania Headteacher: Philip Walters

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International British School of Bucharest Romania Headteacher: Kendall Peet

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International School of Bucharest Romania Headteacher: Sinan Kosak

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Transylvania College

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Romania Headteacher: Ruxandra Mercea

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British International School Moscow

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English International School Moscow East

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English International School Moscow South West

St George’s, The English International School, DuisburgDusseldorf

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English International School Moscow West

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Czech Republic Headteacher: Peter Daish

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Edison Primary School

Greece Headteacher: Helen McCarthy

St George’s British International School, Rome

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Bulgaria Headteacher: Vesela Vasileva

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Riverside School

Belgium Headteacher: Melanie Warnes

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Bright Horizons - International British School of Zagreb

Germany Headteacher: Philip Wharton

St George’s, The English International School, Cologne Germany Headteacher: Russell Sanderson

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Germany Headteacher: Robert Troilett

Norway Headteacher: Kevin Gilmore

Poland Headteacher: Stanislaw Kwiecinski

Poland Headteacher: Adam Trim

Poland Headteacher: Andy Harris

Russia Headteacher: Daniel Kelly

Russia Headteacher: Malcolm Phillips

Russia Headteacher: Paul Wade

Russia Headteacher: Nicola Hemingway

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Gibraltar Headteacher: Peter Watts

Poland Headteacher: Tom McGrath

Russia Headteacher: Paul Keach

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Choosing the right international school for one’s child when relocating is of prime importance. It should give a child the ability to pursue their education within a familiar curriculum, despite changing countries, permitting them to retain a certain stability whilst adapting to a new environment. The change can also have an impact on the family and a welcoming community where parents can have social interaction, and some involvement in the activities of the school, can facilitate integration. A visit to a prospective school is the best way to judge if it will suit your child. Much depends on the atmosphere amongst the staff and students and the welcome one receives. Does the admissions department spend time with the family, show an interest in the student as an individual, and give realistic answers to any questions they Choosing the right international school for one’s child when to assess the child. They may also need to do written may have. Is the Headmaster prepared to takeorder the time to see you? Are you able to relocating is of prime importance. It should give a child the ability tests. The school can be selective, in which case they will only see classes at work and check the school facilities? Is extra tuition given to students to pursue their education within a familiar curriculum, despite accept students of a certain academic level, which tends to assure for whom English is a second language, or who have some learning difficulties? Is there changing countries, permitting them to retain a certain stability excellent results. On the other hand, non-selective schools will an active Parent Teacher Association which willaccept enable you, as a parent, to become whilst adapting to a new environment. The change can also have students of varying academic levels. 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As soon as friendships are formed life becomesspecial. easier. It can be more challenging for about cultures other than their own and become the ‘global The requirements for entry into an international school can parents who are dealing with the daily hurdles of life in a foreign language with which nomads’ of today. vary. Most schools will ask for previous student reports in they may not be familiar. This is why a welcoming school which offers pastoral care to the whole family is important, making a change of school and country a positive Mougins School follows curriculum and isfriendships open to which students aged 3-18 experience which offersthe the British chance to establish lifelong are rich and rewarding. Purpose-built campus with state-of-the-art facilities Receiving an education in an international environment teaches a child that there Sport, Art, Music and Theatre are an integral part of the academic programme should be no racial barriers or discrimination, that it is our differences which make Students of over forty nationalities promote tolerance and an understanding of cultural differences each and every one of us special. The experience opens up the world as children A wide-ranging programme which permits students to achieve their potential and enter prestigious universities world-wide learn about cultures other than their own and become the ‘global nomads’ of today. Caring atmosphere welcomes and assists new families

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Purpose-built campus with state-of-the-art facilities Sport, Art, Music and Theatre are an integral part of the academic programme Students of over forty nationalities promote tolerance and an understanding of cultural differences A wide-ranging programme which permits students to achieve their potential and enter prestigious universities world-wide Caring atmosphere welcomes and assists new families Mougins School – 615 Avenue Maurice Donat – CS, 12180 – 06252 MOUGINS Cedex 00 33 (0)4 93 90 15 47 – information@mougins-school.com

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Le Régent College is a British international boarding and day school in the Swiss Alps town of Crans-Montana. It is governed by four school principles: COURTESY, COMPASSION, CREATIVITY and COURAGE. It promotes critical thinking and creativity while providing the competencies necessary for lifelong learning and holistic development.

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IB World school UK syllabus leading to (I)GCSE and IBDP Bilingual Infant School (French & English) for pupils aged 4 - 7 ESL and FLE Programmes Focus on Art, Sports and Outdoor Activities A brand new purpose-built campus Experienced staff Small class sizes An awe-inspiring setting at 1500 meters Scholarship Programmes

Rue du Zier 4, CH-3963 Crans-Montana, Switzerland Tel: +41 (0)27 4803201 www.leregentcollege.com info@leregentcollege.com www.facebook.com/leregentcollege

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INTERNATIONAL Europe - Middle East - The Americas

British International School Belgrade Serbia Headteacher: Aleksandra Keserovic

Switzerland Director general: Thomas Schadler

british-int-school.org.uk

www.nordangliaeducation.com/ourschools/switzerland/cdl

Prima International School

Ecole Mosaic

Serbia Headteacher: Brigitte Petrovic

Switzerland Headteacher: Heather Folley

The Egypt British International School In Cairo Egypt Headteacher: Barry Searles

esc.edu.eg/ebis

Anglican International School Jerusalem

Dubai College

United Arab Emirates Headteacher: Mike Lambert

dubaicollege.org

Dubai English Speaking School And College United Arab Emirates Headteacher: Andrew William Gibb

www.prima.school

ecolemosaic.ch

Israel Headteacher: Rosemary Saunders

The British International School Bratislava

ELA Basel The Swiss British School of Basel

aisj.co.il

International Community School

GEMS First Point School The Villa

nordangliaeducation.com/our-schools/ bratislava

earlylearning.ch

ics.edu.jo

gemsfirstpointschool-dubai.com

British International School of Ljubljana

Switzerland Headteacher: Tim Meunier

British International School Al Khobar

GEMS Jumeirah Primary School

Slovakia Headteacher: Karen Eastwood

Slovenia Headteacher: Paul Walton

britishschool.si

Aloha College

Spain Headteacher: Elizabeth Batchelor

aloha-college.com

Baleares International College Sant Agustí

Switzerland Headteacher: Nick Owlett

Geneva English School geneva-english-school.ch

royaldubaischool.com

Jeddah Prep And Grammar School

United Arab Emirates Headteacher: Neil Matthews

The Netherlands Headteacher: Kieran Earley

britishschool.nl

Turkey Headteacher: Andrew Ryan

British International School Istanbul

Spain Headteacher: Nigel Fossey

bsalicante.com

King’s Infant School Spain Headteacher: Rachel Davies

madrid-chamartin.kingscollegeschools. org/

The British International School of Marbella Spain Headteacher: Sian Kirkham

bsm.org.es

United Kingdom Headteacher: Pauline Prevot

www.ecolejeanninemanuel.org.uk

Halcyon London International School United Kingdom Headteacher: Barry Mansfield

halcyonschool.com

United Kingdom Headteacher: Nicola Walker

Oxford International Study Centre United Kingdom Headteacher: Ben Llewelyn

oxintstudycentre.com

Sherborne International

Ukraine Headteacher: David Cole

britishschool.com.ua

Middle East Egypt Headteacher: Richard White

New Cairo British International School

bs-gc.com

ncbis.co.uk

Egypt Headteacher: John Bagust

The British International School, Cairo Egypt Headteacher: Carlo Ferrario

The English International College

bisc.edu.eg

eic.edu

Headteacher: Hilko Meijer

Spain Headteacher: Yvonne Stephenson

British International School of Stockholm Sweden Headteacher: Carl Hutson

Kuwait Headteacher: Daisy Roncancio

epg.edu.kw

The English School, Kuwait Kuwait Headteacher: Kieron Peacock

tes.edu.kw

British School Muscat Oman Headteacher: Kai Vacher

britishschoolmuscat.com

Al Khor International School Qatar Headteacher: Hussein Modak

Qatar Headteacher: Terry Creissen

The British School of Gran Canaria

bsn.org.es

The English Primary School, Salwa

British International School Ukraine

sherborne-international.org

mbisegypt.com

Spain Headteacher: Adam Johnson

epg.edu.kw

akis.sch.qa

britishschoolbarcelona.com

The British School of Navarra

Kuwait Headteacher: Paul Shropshire

United Kingdom Headteacher: Tim Waters

The British School of Barcelona

Spain Headteacher: Julian Clark

britishschoolbahrain.com

gemswellingtonacademy-dso.com

Kuwait Headteacher: Matthew Bristow

Maadi British International School

Spain Headteacher: Jonathan Locke

United Arab Emirates Headteacher: Michael Hall

Kingdon of Bahrain Headteacher: Julie Anne Gilbert

GEMS Wellington Academy Silicon Oasis

Ecole Jeannine Manuel

st-michaels.uk.com

Spain Headteacher: Iain Blaikie

British School of Bahrain

jpgs.org

GEMS Wellington Primary School

King’s College - The British School of Murcia

King’s College, The British School of Alicante

gemswellingtonacademy-alkhail.com

The English Primary School, Salmiya

King’s College Saint Michaels

kcmurcia.es

Kingdom of Saudi Arabia Headteacher: Jonathan Warner

wellingtoninternationalschool.com

Tarabya British Schools

madrid-lamoraleja.kingscollegeschools. org/

Spain Headteacher: Stefan Rumistrzewicz

GEMS Wellington Academy Al Khail

bsk.edu.kw

tarabyabritishschools.com

King’s College - The British School of Madrid - La Moraleja

United Arab Emirates Headteacher: Kevin Loft

Turkey Headteacher: Janet Ipek

ellimonarinternational.com/murcia

madrid-soto.kingscollegeschools.org/

bisr.com.sa

GEMS Royal Dubai School

GEMS Wellington International School

El Limonar International School Murcia

Spain Headteacher: Matthew Taylor

British International School Riyadh

The British School of Kuwait

Turkey Headteacher: Richard I’Anson

bis.k12.tr

King’s College - The British School of Madrid

jumeirahprimaryschool.com

Kingdom of Saudi Arabia Headteacher: Chris Mantz

British School In The Netherlands

Baleares International College, Mallorca

Spain Headteacher: Christopher Eversden

United Arab Emirates Headteacher: Rachel Higgins

britishschoolgeneva.ch

Switzerland Headteacher: Tobin Connell

besaturkey.org

balearesint.net/Sa-Porrassa-Campus

Kingdom of Saudi Arabia Headteacher: Stephen Viner

United Arab Emirates Headteacher: Stephen Sharples

bisak.org

British Embassy School Ankara

Spain Headteacher: Duncan Giles

Jordan Headteacher: Matthew Savage

descdubai.com

The British School of Geneva

Spain Headteacher: Lowri Miller

balearesint.net/Sant-Agusti-Campus

The British School Al Rehab Egypt tbs-cairo.com

The British School of Alexandria Egypt Headteacher: Justin Blakebrough

Compass International School, Doha nordangliaeducation.com/our-schools/ doha/madinat-khalifa

Doha College

Qatar Headteacher: Steffen Sommer

dohacollege.com

Doha English Speaking School Qatar Headteacher: Sean Sibley

dess.org

The Royal Grammar School Guildford In Qatar Qatar Headteacher: Alistair Downs

rgsgq.com

British International School of Tunis Tunisia Headteacher: Martin Nugent

bistunis.com

Brighton College Abu Dhabi United Arab Emirates Headteacher: Simon Corns

brightoncollege.ae

Brighton College Al Ain

United Arab Emirates Headteacher: Maryssa O’Connor

United Arab Emirates Headteacher: Stephen Chynoweth

gemswps.com

Jebel Ali School United Arab Emirates Headteacher: Peter Hill

jebelalischool.org

JESS, Dubai

United Arab Emirates Headteacher: Mark Steed

jess.sch.ae

Jumeirah College

United Arab Emirates Headteacher: Simon O’Connor

gemsjc.com

Kent College, Dubai United Arab Emirates Headteacher: Anthony Cashin

kentcollege.ae

Nord Anglia International School Dubai United Arab Emirates Headteacher: Matthew Farthing

nordangliaeducation.com/our-schools/ dubai

Repton School

United Arab Emirates Headteacher: Jonathan Hughes D’Aeth

reptondubai.org

The British School Al Khubairat United Arab Emirates Headteacher: Mark Leppard

britishschool.sch.ae

Victory Heights Primary School United Arab Emirates Headteacher: Sasha Crabb

www.vhprimary.com

The Americas Two Boats School

Ascension Island Headteacher: Alison Emmerson

ascension-island.gov.ac/government/ school

The Chatmore British International School Bermuda Headteacher: Clare Sweeney

familyfirstschools.com

United Arab Emirates Headteacher: Ken Greig

St Paul’s School

brightoncollegealain.ae

Brazil Headteacher: Louise Simpson

The British College of Brazil

britishinternationalprimaryschool.se

bsalex.net

The British School of Egypt

Dubai British School Jumeirah Park

stpauls.br

Aiglon College aiglon.ch

bseegypt.net

dubaibritishschooljp.ae

britishcollegebrazil.org

Switzerland Headteacher: Richard McDonald

College du Leman

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Egypt Headteacher: Vivian Rizk

United Arab Emirates Headteacher: Heather Mann

Brazil Headteacher: Duncan Rose

INTERNATIONAL The British School Quito Ecuador Headteacher: Alec Jiggins

britishschoolquito.edu.ec

The Edron Academy Mexico Headteacher: Eamonn Mullally

edron.edu.mx

King’s College - The British School of Panama Panama Headteacher: Nicola Lambros

kingscollege.com.pa

British International School of Charlotte USA Headteacher: Adam Stevens

nordangliaeducation.com/our-schools/ charlotte

The British International School of New York USA Headteacher: Jason Morrow

bis-ny.org

The British School Caracas Venezuela Headteacher: Yasir Patel

tbscaracas.com

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LONDON

London This map illustrates the location of some of our leading independent schools in this region. A directory of schools, listed by area, follows this page.

Northwood Harrow

Highgate

59 Harrow on the Hill

Hampstead Camden 17

62 Hillingdon

St John’s Wood 2827

Regents Park 14

BAYSWATER 1 Maria Montessori Children’s House – Bayswater

Marylebone 10 Bayswater 1 11 40 Belgravia

Ealing 5 4 6 Gunnersbury 7

West London

Snaresbrook 32

2930 19 1820 22 21 23 2425 26

Notting Hill

13 12 8

31 Central London

42 41

Kensington 9 52 16 Westminster West Kensington 15 Knightsbridge 5354 South Kensington 43 23 Fulham 47 48 Chelsea Chiswick 49

50 51

Battersea 39 44 Clapham 4546

Richmond 67 Twickenham 69

Balham 38

55 Wimbledon

Kingston upon Thames

CHISWICK 2 Arts Educational Schools 3 The Falcons Pre-Preparatory School for Boys

Dulwich 33

Eltham 36

34 35

Sydenham 37

63 64

57 Bromley 56 Wimbledon Village

EALING 4 Durston House 5 Notting Hill & Ealing High School Junior 6 St Benedict’s School

58 Croydon

68 South Croydon

GUNNERSBURY 7 International School of London KENSINGTON 8 Kensington Park School 9 Hawkesdown House School MARYLEBONE 10 Wetherby Senior School NOTTING HILL 11 Chepstow House School 12 Maria Montessori Children’s House – Notting Hill 13 Southbank International School, Kensington REGENT’S PARK 14 Portland Place School WEST KENSINGTON 15 St James Senior Girls’ School WESTMINSTER 16 Southbank International School, Westminster

North West London CAMDEN 17 North Bridge House School Prep School

HAMPSTEAD 18 Devonshire House Preparatory School 19 Lyndhurst House School 20 North Bridge House Senior School 21 North Bridge House School Nursery 22 North Bridge House Pre-Preparatory School 23 St Anthony’s Preparatory School

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24 St Mary’s School 25 University College School Junior 26 University College School Senior ST JOHN’S WOOD 27 Abercorn School 28 St John’s Wood Pre-Pre School

North London HIGHGATE 29 Highgate School 30 Channing Senior School

Central London 31 Dallington school

East London SNARESBROOK 32 Forest School

South East London DULWICH 33 Alleyn’s School 34 Dulwich Prep London 35 Oakfield Preparatory School ELTHAM 36 Eltham College SYDENHAM 37 Sydenham High School

South West London BALHAM 38 Hornsby House School BATTERSEA 39 Newton Prep BELGRAVIA 40 Eaton House Belgravia PrePrep School 41 Eaton House Belgravia Prep School 42 Eaton Square School CHELSEA 43 The Hampshire School CLAPHAM 44 Eaton House The Manor Girls’ School 45 Eaton House The Manor Pre-Prep and Prep 46 White House Preparatory School FULHAM 47 Kensington Prep School 48 Parsons Green Prep 49 Fulham Senior School 50 Fulham Pre-Prep School 51 Fulham Prep School KNIGHTSBRIDGE 52 Knightsbridge School SOUTH KENSINGTON 53 Mander Portman Woodward 54 Queen’s Gate School

WIMBLEDON 55 Wimbledon High School WIMBLEDON VILLAGE 56 The Study Preparatory School

Greater London BROMLEY 57 Bromley High School CROYDON 58 Trinity School HARROW ON THE HILL 59 Orley Farm School HARROW 60 Quainton Hall School 61 The John Lyon School HILLINGDON 62 ACS Hillingdon International School KINGSTON-UPON-THAMES 63 Kingston Grammar School 64 Surbiton High School NORTHWOOD 65 Merchant Taylors’ School 66 St Helen’s RICHMOND 67 Old Vicarage School SOUTH CROYDON 68 Whitgift School TWICKENHAM 69 Newland House School

Kensington Park School is a new independent school for boys and girls aged 11–18 in the heart of London. Whilst the school is new, its leadership and teachers have long, successful track-records at some of the best independent schools in the country with the Headmaster and core teaching team coming from St Paul’s School, St Paul’s Girls’ School and Winchester College. KPS is committed to academic excellence combined with strong pastoral care. The school has developed an extensive oﬀering of sports and co-curricular activities, making full use of the world-class facilities in and around its West London home. KPS combines the best of British independent education with a genuinely international outlook and has strong academic, cultural and social links with partners around the world at both school and university level. We look forward to welcoming you

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West London

Arts Educational Schools SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • CO-ED

Chiswick, W4 1LY Headteacher: Chris Hocking Total pupils: 231

artsed.co.uk

Ashbourne Independent Sixth Form College 6TH FORM • DAY • CO-ED

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Kensington, W14 8HJ Headteacher: Ms Kitty Mason

hpps.co.uk

International School of London NURSERY • PRE-PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Gunnersbury, W3 8LG Principals: Sarah Pearson and Richard Parker Total pupils: 440

islschools.org

Kensington, W8 4PL Headteacher: Mr Mike Kirby Total pupils: 243

Kensington Park School

Avenue House School

kps.co.uk

ashbournecollege.co.uk NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Ealing, W13 8LS Headteacher: Mr Justin Sheppard Total pupils: 122

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Bassett House School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

North Kensington, W10 6JP Headteacher: Mrs Philippa Cawthorne Total pupils: 191

bassetths.org.uk

Bute House Preparatory School for Girls PREP • DAY • GIRLS

Hammersmith, W6 7EA Headteacher: Mrs Helen Lowe Total pupils: 309

butehouse.co.uk

Chepstow House School PRE-PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Notting Hill, W11 1QS Headteacher: Mrs Angela Barr Total pupils: 172

chepstowhouseschool.co.uk

Connaught House School PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

SENIOR

6TH FORM

South Kensington, SW7 5JP Headteacher: Mr Paul Vanni

kps.co.uk

Kensington Wade School NURSERY • PRE-PREP

Kensington, W14 8PU Headteacher: Jo Wallace

kensingtonwade.com

Latymer Prep School PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Hammersmith, W6 9TA Headteacher: Ms Andrea Rutterford Total pupils: 157

latymerprep.org

Latymer Upper School SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • CO-ED

Hammersmith, W6 9LR Headteacher: Mr David Goodhew Total pupils: 1179

Lionheart School PREP • SENIOR • DAY • CO-ED

West Kensington, W14 0HB Headteacher: Ms Kate Cullinan

www.lyceefrancais.org.uk

Lycée Français Charles de Gaulle PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • CO-ED

NURSERY • PREP • PRE-PREP • DAY • CO-ED

mariamontessori.org

The Falcons Pre-Preparatory School for Boys NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • BOYS

Chiswick, W4 3DT Headmaster: Mr Andrew Forbes Total pupils: 354

falconsboys.co.uk

Godolphin & Latymer School SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • GIRLS

Hammersmith, W6 0PG Headteacher: Dr Frances Ramsey Total pupils: 786

godolphinandlatymer.com

Great Beginnings Montessori Nursery School NURSERY • DAY • CO-ED

Marylebone, W1H 5JE Headteacher: Ms Wendy Innes Total pupils: 64

greatbeginningsnursery.com

Harvington Prep School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • GIRLS • BOYS

Ealing, W5 2DS Headteacher: Mrs Anna Evans Total pupils: 109

harvingtonschool.com

Maria Montessori Children’s House – Notting Hill NURSERY • PRE-PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Notting Hill, W11 1JG

mariamontessori.org

Norland Place School PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Notting Hill Gate, W11 4UH Headteacher: Mr Patrick Mattar Total pupils: 244

norlandplace.com

Notting Hill & Ealing High School Junior PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • GIRLS

Ealing, W13 8HH Headteacher: Ms Silvana Silva Total pupils: 902

nhehs.gdst.net

Notting Hill & Ealing High School Senior SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • GIRLS

Ealing, W13 8AX Headteacher: Mr Matthew Shoults Total pupils: 600

nhehs.gdst.net

PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Notting Hill Gate, W11 1QQ Headteacher: Jane Cameron Total pupils: 300

nottinghillprep.com

Orchard House School PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Chiswick, W4 1LB Headteacher: Mrs Maria Edwards Total pupils: 300

Pembridge Hall School

PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • GIRLS

Chiswick, W4 4JU Headteacher: Mrs Caroline Goodsman Total pupils: 198

Notting Hill Gate, W2 4EH Headteacher: Mr Henry Keighley-Elstub Total pupils: 413

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orchardhs.org.uk

Heathfield House School

heathfieldhouse.co.uk

Education Reimagined

Notting Hill Prep School

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • BOYS

hawkesdown.co.uk

27 Edge Street, Kensington, London W8 7PN Telephone: 0207 727 9090 Email: admin@hawkesdown.co.uk www.hawkesdown.co.uk

Bayswater, W2 4LA

Hawkesdown House School Kensington, W8 7PN Principal: Mrs Jenny Mackay Total pupils: 141

Please telephone the School to register for a place.

Maria Montessori Children’s House – Bayswater

Durston House

durstonhouse.org

Thursday 20th September 2018 9.15 am or 10.15 am.

Kensington, SW7 2DG Headteacher: Mr Olivier Rauch

dldcollege.co.uk

Ealing, W5 2DR Headteacher: Mr Ian Kendrick Total pupils: 407

OPEN MORNING

latymer-upper.org

Davies Laing & Dick College

PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • BOYS

For Boys & Girls aged 3 to 11 years

Kensington Park School

lionheart-education.com

Westminster, SE1 7FX Principal: Irfan Latif Total pupils: 500

Hawkesdown House School

Kensington, W2 4AT Headteacher: Mr Paul Vanni

Bayswater, W2 2HL Headteachers: Mrs Victoria Hampton and Miss Ellie Grunewald Total pupils: 85

connaughthouseschool.co.uk

Holland Park Pre-Prep School and Nursery

pembridgehall.co.uk

IB School | 3-18 Years www.isllondon.org | 139 Gunnersbury Avenue, London W3 8LG

Independent school for girls ages 4-18

Open Days 2018 Junior School (Admission at 4+ and 7+)

Senior School (Admission at 11+)

Sixth Form (Admission at 16+)

Thursday 20 September 10.15am

Tuesday 25 September 10.45am

Tuesday 9 October 6.00pm

Friday 5 October 1.15pm

Monday 8 October 10.45am Wednesday 17 October 4.30pm

All events are ticketed and must be booked online at www.nhehs.gdst.net

“Exceptional” Independent Schools Inspectorate

Notting Hill & Ealing High School 2 Cleveland Road London W13 8AX 020 8991 2165 enquiries@nhehs.gdst.net www.nhehs.gdst.net

LONDON

West London - North West London Portland Place School PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • CO-ED

Regent’s Park, W1B 1NJ Headteacher: Mr David Bradbury Total pupils: 425

portland-place.co.uk

Queen’s College Preparatory School PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • GIRLS

Portland Place, W1B 1QP Headteacher: Emma Webb Total pupils: 230

qcps.org.uk

Queen’s College London SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • GIRLS

Regent’s Park, W1G 8BT Headteacher: Mr Richard Tillett Total pupils: 552

qcl.org.uk

DAY • BOYS

London W1U 2QU Headteacher: Mr Seth Bolderow Total pupils: 224

www.wetherbysenior.co.uk

North West London Abercorn School NURSERY • DAY • CO-ED

St John’s Wood, NW8 9XP Headteacher: Benedict Dunhill

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Abercorn Pre-Prep Marylebone, NW1 6JF Deputy Head: Ms Rebecca Stewart

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Abercorn Prep

PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Marylebone, W1H 1PN Deputy Head: Kirsteen Jack Total pupils: 292

rpps.co.uk

Saint Augustine’s Priory School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • GIRLS • BOYS

Ealing, W5 2JL Headteacher: Mrs S Raffray, M.A.

sapriory.com

St Benedict’s School SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • CO-ED

Ealing, W5 2ES Headmaster: Mr Andrew Johnson Total pupils: 1104

stbenedicts.org.uk

St Benedict’s Junior School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Ealing, W5 2XP Headteacher: Mr R G Simmons, BA

stbenedicts.org.uk

St James Junior School PREP • DAY • GIRLS

West Kensington, W14 8SH Headteacher: Ms Catherine Thomlinson Total pupils: 250

stjamesschools.co.uk

St James Senior Girls’ School SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • GIRLS

West Kensington, W14 8SH Headteacher: Sarah Labram

stjamesgirls.co.uk

St Paul’s Girls’ School SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • GIRLS

Hammersmith, W6 7BS Headteacher: Ms Sarah Fletcher Total pupils: 741

spgs.org

abercornschool.com

Abingdon House School PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Marylebone, NW1 6LG Acting Headteacher: Mr Adrian Groves Total pupils: 55

abingdonhouseschool.co.uk

The American School in London PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • CO-ED

St John’s Wood, NW8 0NP Headteacher: Robin Appleby Total pupils: 1360

asl.org

Arnold House School PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • BOYS

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • WEEKLY • FLEXI • CO-ED

Mill Hill Village, NW7 4ED Headteacher: Leon Roberts

millhill.org.uk/belmont

Brampton College 6TH FORM • DAY • CO-ED

Hendon, NW4 4DQ Headteacher: Mr B Canetti Total pupils: 252

The Cavendish School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Camden, NW1 7HB Headteacher: Miss Jane Rogers Total pupils: 250

southbank.org

devonshirehouseschool.co.uk

Southbank International School, Westminster

Fine Arts College SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • CO-ED

Westminster, W1B 1QR Headteacher: Ms Siobhan McGrath

Belsize Park, NW3 4YD Headteacher: Ms C Cave Total pupils: 160

Sylvia Young Theatre School

Francis Holland School

PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Kensington, W8 5RJ Headteacher: Ms Joanna Ebner

thomas-s.co.uk

Wetherby Pre-Preparatory School PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • BOYS

Notting Hill Gate, W2 4ED Headteacher: Mr Mark Snell Total pupils: 292

wetherbyschool.co.uk

Wetherby Preparatory School PREP • DAY • BOYS

Marylebone, W1H 2EA Headteacher: Mr Nick Baker

wetherbyprep.co.uk

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Est. 1987

cavendishschool.co.uk

Hampstead, NW3 6AE Headteacher: Mrs S Piper

Thomas’s Kensington

“ The quality of pupils’ academic achievements is excellent” ISI 2018

bramptoncollege.com

PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

syts.co.uk

www.johnlyon.org

Belmont Mill Hill Preparatory School

Notting Hill Gate, W11 3BU Headteacher: Jon Coward

Hyde Park, W1H 5YZ Headteacher: Ms Frances Chave Total pupils: 237

For information about our September and May open events as well as concerts, exhibitions and events, and full School Admissions details visit

arnoldhouse.co.uk

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

PREP • SENIOR • DAY • WEEKLY • CO-ED

Independent day school for boys aged 11 – 18 in North West London.

St John’s Wood, NW8 0LH Headteacher: Mr V W P Thomas Total pupils: 273

Devonshire House Preparatory School

southbank.org

A John Lyon parent

PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Southbank International School, Kensington

SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • CO-ED

He has excelled because of the attention the teachers gave him. He did outstandingly well at GCSE because he was so happy – it’s like a family there.

PRE-PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Ravenscourt Park Preparatory School Hammersmith, W6 0SL Headteacher: Mr Carl Howes Total pupils: 420

Wetherby Senior School

hampsteadfinearts.com SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • GIRLS

Regent’s Park, NW1 6XR Headteacher: Ms Lucy Elphinstone Total pupils: 495

fhs-nw1.org.uk

Grimsdell, Mill Hill Pre-Preparatory School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Mill Hill, NW7 1QR Headteacher: Mrs Kate Simon

millhill.org.uk/grimsdell

The Hall PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • BOYS

Hampstead, NW3 4EH Headteacher: Mr Chris Godwin Total pupils: 458

hallschool.co.uk

Hampstead Hill Pre-Preparatory School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Hampstead, NW3 2PP Headteacher: Andrea Taylor

hampsteadhillschool.co.uk

Discover Mornings

22 Sep

19 Oct

21 Nov

For more than 30 years Abercorn School has proudly offered children from the age of 2 ½ to 13 the perfect balance of a rigorous academic curriculum, delivered in a warm and nurturing environment in central London. Visit the website to reserve your place at a Discover Morning, or contact us to arrange a personal tour of our buildings. 28 Abercorn Place, NW8 9XP abercornschool.com 020 7286 4785 admissions@abercornschool.com n

LONDON

Speak the Truth • Live Generously • Aim for the Best

Open Events 2018 Open Morning Open Evening Sixth Form Open Evening School in Action

Saturday 29th September Thursday 4th October Wednesday 10th October Thursday 8th November

To book: 020 7348 1748 | admissions@sjsg.org.uk www.stjamesgirls.co.uk Earsby Street | London W14 8SH

9.30am – 12.15pm 4.30pm – 6.30pm 5.15pm – 7.00pm 9.00am – 10.45am

ST JAMES Senior Girls’ School

Registered Charity No. 270156

OPENEVENINGS Where outstanding performing arts meets academic excellence Register at: www.artsed.co.uk

Co-educational Day School, Chiswick W4 1LY Sixth Form Entry: Tuesday 25 September, 6pm 11-13+ Entry: Wednesday 26 September, 6pm

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LONDON

North West London - North London Hendon Prep School

South Hampstead High Junior

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • GIRLS

London, NW4 1TD Headteacher: Mr Mark Lloyd-Williams

hendonprep.co.uk

shhs.gdst.net

Hereward House School

South Hampstead High Senior

PREP • DAY • BOYS

SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • GIRLS

Hampstead, NW3 4NY Headteacher: Mr Pascal Evans Total pupils: 176

herewardhouse.co.uk

King Alfred School PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • CO-ED

Golders Green, NW11 7HY Headteacher: Mr Robert Lobatto Total pupils: 637

kingalfred.org.uk

Lyndhurst House School PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • BOYS

Hampstead, NW3 5NW Headteacher: Mr Andrew Reid Total pupils: 165

lyndhursthouse.co.uk

Maria Montessori Children’s House – Hampstead NURSERY • PRE-PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Hampstead, NW3 5NW

mariamontessori.org

Maria Montessori Children’s House – West Hampstead

Hampstead, NW3 5SS Headteacher: Victoria Bingham

shhs.gdst.net

Southbank International School, Hampstead NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Hampstead, NW3 5TH Headteacher: Shirley Harwood Total pupils: 200

southbank.org

St Anthony’s Preparatory School PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • BOYS

Hampstead, NW3 6NP Headteacher: Mr Paul Keyte Total pupils: 295

stanthonysprep.org.uk

St Christopher’s School PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • GIRLS

Hampstead, NW3 5AE Headteacher: Ms Emma Nash Total pupils: 247

st-christophers.hampstead.sch.uk

West Hampstead, NW6 4SN

St John’s Wood Pre-Preparatory School

Mill Hill School

London NW8 7NE Total pupils: 57

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • DAY • CO-ED

mariamontessori.org

SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • WEEKLY • BOARDING • CO-ED

Mill Hill, NW7 1QS Headteacher: Mrs Frances King Total pupils: 183

millhill.org.uk

Mulberry House School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • DAY • CO-ED

West Hampstead, NW2 3SD Headteacher: Victoria Playford Total pupils: 211

mulberryhouseschool.com

Naima Jewish Preparatory School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Maida Vale, NW6 5ED Headteacher: Mr Bill Pratt Total pupils: 172

naimajps.org.uk

Neasden Montessori School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Neasden, NW2 7RX

PRE-PREP • DAY • CO-ED

sjwpre-prep.org.uk

St Margaret’s School PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • DAY • GIRLS

Hampstead, NW3 7SR Headteacher: Mr M Webster Total pupils: 155

st-margarets.co.uk

St Mary’s School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • GIRLS

Hampstead, NW3 6PG Headteacher: Harriet Connor-Earl Total pupils: 297

stmh.co.uk

The Swaminarayan School

PRE-PREP • DAY • CO-ED

London, NW3 5RR Headteacher: Ms Christine McLelland

northbridgehouse.com

North Bridge House School Prep School PREP • DAY • CO-ED

London, NW1 7AB Headteacher: Brodie Bibby

northbridgehouse.com

North Bridge House Senior School SENIOR • DAY • CO-ED

Hampstead, NW3 5UD Headteacher: Mr Brendan Pavey

northbridgehouse.com

Oak Tree Nursery NURSERY • DAY • CO-ED

Hampstead, NW3 6PD

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Saint Christina’s RC Preparatory School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • GIRLS • BOYS

St John’s Wood, NW8 7PY Headteacher: Jenny Finlayson Total pupils: 228

saintchristinas.org.uk

Sarum Hall School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • GIRLS

Hampstead, NW3 3EL Headteacher: Mrs Christine Smith Total pupils: 182

sarumhallschool.co.uk

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open• 9.30) Wednesday 17th(Doors October Tuesday 30th October (9:30am – 11:00 am Doors Open at 9:20am)

LYNDHURST HOUSE

Preparatory and Pre-Preparatory School 24 Lyndhurst Gardens, Hampstead, London NW3 5NW Telephone: 0207 435 4936 Email: office@lyndhursthouse.co.uk www.lyndhursthouse.co.uk

swaminarayan.brent.sch.uk PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

North Bridge House Pre-Preparatory School

OPEN MORNING DATES 2018:

Neasden, NW10 8HE Headteacher: Umesh Raja and Nilesh Manani Total pupils: 494

Trevor-Roberts School

northbridgehouse.com

Wednesday 8th February Wednesday 24th May

CO-ED

North Bridge House School Nursery London NW3 5JY Headteacher: Ms Christine McLelland

Open Morning dates:

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY •

neasdenmontessori.co.uk

NURSERY • DAY • CO-ED

Hampstead, NW3 5RN Headteacher: Mrs Gabrielle Solti

Hampstead, NW3 3ET Headteacher: Simon Trevor-Roberts Total pupils: 174

trevor-robertsschool.co.uk

UCS Pre-Prep PRE-PREP • DAY • BOYS

Hampstead, NW3 5LF Headteacher: Dr. Zoe Dunn Total pupils: 125

ucs.org.uk

University College School Junior

An Outstanding and Inspirational Catholic Education An Outstanding and Inspirational Catholic Education

PREP • DAY • BOYS

Hampstead, NW3 6QN Headteacher: Mr Lewis Hayward Total pupils: 247

ucs.org.uk

University College School Senior SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • BOYS • CO-ED

Hampstead, NW3 6XH Headteacher: Mr Mark Beard Total pupils: 848

ucs.org.uk

The Village School PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • GIRLS

Belsize Park, NW3 3YN Headteacher: Miss Carol Gay Total pupils: 110

thevillageschool.org.uk

North London Andover Pre School NURSERY • DAY • CO-ED

Islington, N7 7RU

Annemount Nursery and Pre-Prep NURSERY • PRE-PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Hampstead, N2 0QN Headteacher: Mrs Geraldine Maidment Total pupils: 85

annemount.co.uk

OPEN MORNING Friday 5th October 9.30am -11.00am To book your tour, please visit: WWW.STMH.CO.UK

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North London’s high-achieving independent schools for 2-18 year olds

Visit us this term northbridgehouse.com/open Knowing the individual, realising their potential.

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LONDON

North London - Central London - East London Avenue Nursery and Pre-Preparatory School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Highgate, N6 5RX Headteacher: Ms Mary Fysh Total pupils: 83

avenuenursery.com

Beckett House Montessori Nursery School NURSERY • DAY • CO-ED

Islington, N1 2QH Headteacher: Stephanie Jansen

Salcombe Prep School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Enfield, N14 4P Headteacher: Mrs Sarah Davies

salcombeprep.co.uk

Channing Junior School

Southgate, N14 4AT Headteacher: Miss G Chumbley Total pupils: 188

channing.co.uk

Channing Senior School PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • GIRLS

Highgate, N6 5HF Headteacher: Mrs Barbara Elliott

channing.co.uk

Dwight School London NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • CO-ED

Barnet, N11 3LX Headteacher: Alison Cobbin Total pupils: 356

dwightlondon.org

The Gower School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Islington, N1 9JF Headteacher: Miss Emma Gowers Total pupils: 233

thegowerschool.co.uk

Grange Park Preparatory School PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • GIRLS

Grange Park, N21 2EA Headteacher: Flavia Rizzo Total pupils: 82

gpps.org.uk

Highgate Pre-Preparatory School PRE-PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Highgate, N6 4PH Headteacher: Mrs Diane Hecht

highgateschool.org.uk

Highgate Junior School PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Highgate, N6 4PL Headteacher: Mr Mark James

highgateschool.org.uk

Highgate School SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • CO-ED

Highgate, N6 4AY Headteacher: Mr A S Pettitt Total pupils: 1588

highgateschool.org.uk

Keble School PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • DAY • BOYS

Winchmore Hill, N21 1BG Headteacher: Mr M J Mitchell Total pupils: 224

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

vitaetpax.co.uk

Central London Cats College London

SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • BOARDING • CO-ED

Holborn, WC1A 2RA Headteacher: Mr Mario Di Clemente Total pupils: 262

catseducation.com

City of London School for Girls PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • GIRLS

City of London, EC2Y 8BB Headteacher: Mrs Ena Harrop Total pupils: 732

City of London School

TYPE:

SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • BOYS

City of London, EC4V 3AL Acting Headteacher: Alan Bird Total pupils: 921

clsb.org.uk

Dallington School NURSERY • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

London, EC1V 0BQ Headteacher: Mogg Hercules

dallingtonschool.co.uk

Ecole Jeannine Manuel School London, WC1B 3DN Headmistress : Ms Pauline Prevot

ecolejeanninemanuel.org.uk

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Muswell Hill, N10 3LS Headteacher: Paul Jowett

montessori-house.org.uk

Norfolk House School PREP • DAY • CO-ED

St Paul’s Cathedral School

Palmer’s Green High School NURSERY • PREP • JUNIOR • SENIOR • DAY • GIRLS

Palmer’s Green, N21 3LJ Headteacher: Mrs Wendy Kempster Total pupils: 277

pghs.co.uk

St Andrew’s Montessori NURSERY • PRE-PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Islington, N1 1BQ

standrewsmontessori.com

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www.dallingtonschool.co.uk

Bright children

Exceptional opportunities

PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • BOARDING • CO-ED

City of London, EC2A 4JH Headteacher: Simon Larter-Evans Total pupils: 252

spcslondon.com

East London

Bethnal Green Montessori School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Bethnal Green, E2 7DA Headteacher: Sidonie Winter

PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • GIRLS • BOYS • CO-ED

Snaresbrook, E17 3PY Warden: Marcus Cliff Hodges Total pupils: 1345

forest.org.uk

Gatehouse School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Victoria Park, E2 9JG Headteacher: Mr Andrew Noakes Total pupils: 380

Wet play? No problem. With 3 indoor sports halls to add to our huge 70m x 40m all-weather pitch

Bright children, exceptional opportunities: visitors to Newton Prep in recent years have included the

Dalai Lama, Michael Gove MP, Shami Chakrabarti, Johnny Ball. World Cup Rugby player Josh Lewsey, top authors like Cressida Cowell and film director Alan Parker.

we have more sports facilities than most secondary-level London schools.

Our annual Open

Day is on Saturday 13th October, 9.30am-12.30pm; we also run small Headmistress’s Tours most Fridays during term-time: sign up on our website.

gatehouseschool.co.uk

Forest Gate, E7 8QT Headteacher: Mrs Beverley Roberts Total pupils: 63

northbridgehouse.com

Open Evening: Thursday 4th October 2018 from 6-8pm

lyceumschool.co.uk

North Bridge House School Canonbury, N1 2NQ Headteacher: Mr Jonathan Taylor

Our children address teachers by their first names and do not wear a uniform. We offer a curriculum which is broad, balanced in a stimulating environment that promotes discovery and values a love of learning.

City of London, EC4M 9AD Headteacher: Mrs Vanessa Bingham Total pupils: 97

Grangewood Independent School

SENIOR • DAY • CO-ED

School Philosophy: A family-run, independent day school in the heart of London.

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Muswell Hill, N10 2EG Headteacher: Paul Jowett Total pupils: 255

norfolkhouseschool.org

Day Nursery – from £3,326 per term, Year 1 – £3,693, Year 2 – £3,832, Years 3 & 4 – £4,054, Years 5 & 6 – £4,210 per term ENTRANCE PROCEDURE: Non-selective on a first-come first-served basis. Early registration recommended. Please see our website for details. FEES:

The Lyceum School

Forest School

The Montessori House

boys and girls, 3-11 years 149, boys 89, girls 60

PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Maria Montessori School Hornsey Rise mariamontessori.org

GENDER/AGES: TOTAL PUPILS:

bethnalgreenmontessorischool.co.uk

Hornsey Rise, N19 3AD

Head Teacher: Mogg Hercules MBE (New Year Honours list 2018) Admissions: Maria-Luisa Marchini hercules@dallingtonschool.co.uk 020 7251 2284

clsg.org.uk

kebleprep.co.uk

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • DAY • CO-ED

8 Dallington Street, London EC1V 0BW

stpaulssteinerschool.org

Vita et Pax Preparatory School

Highgate, N6 5JR Headteacher: Mrs Louise Lawrance

Dallington School

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • DAY • CO-ED

Islington, N1 0LL Headteacher: Pamela Harries

PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • GIRLS

St Paul’s Steiner School

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

grangewoodschool.com

Normanhurst School

Thinking big: with

“Newton combines knowledge of families with great space and facilities in which children are encouraged to be themselves. All the teachers understand my children, the management is open to fresh ideas and the school is big enough to accommodate variety.”

650+ pupils, aged between 313, Newton is London’s biggest stand-alone prep school.

Current parent

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • DAY • CO-ED

North Chingford, E4 7BA Headteacher: Mrs Claire Osborn Total pupils: 249

normanhurstschool.co.uk

Snaresbrook College Preparatory School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

South Woodford, E18 2EA Headteacher: Mrs Chiverrell Total pupils: 164

snaresbrookprep.org

We can offer 100% Bursaries

If music be the food of love, we are eating well

from Year 3 upwards for sparky

at Newton: over

300 children learn a musical instrument

or take singing lessons

children who might not otherwise be able to afford a fee-paying school. Bright children Exceptional opportunities

A co-ed London prep school for children aged 3-13 020 7720 4091 www.newtonprepschool.co.uk

LONDON Eltham College

Forest School

Near Snaresbrook, London E17 3PY

Grove Park Road, SE9 4QF

Head Teacher: Guy Sanderson Admissions: Caro St Clair-Charles registrar@eltham-college.org.uk mail@eltham-college.org.uk 020 8857 1455 GENDER/AGES: TOTAL PUPILS:

boys 7-18 years and girls 16-18 years 908, boys 841, girls 67

Day Prep – Day from £5,230. Senior – Day from £5,925 per term TYPICAL CLASS SIZE: Prep – 18-20, Senior – 20-22, Sixth Form – 8-12 FAITH: Christian MOTTO: Gloria Filiorum Patres ENTRANCE PROCEDURE: Entrance exam at 7+ and 11+. Entrance exam at 16+ and 6 GCSE grades at A-A* or 7-9 TYPE:

Head Teacher: Mr Marcus Cliff Hodges Admissions: Mrs Deborah Carbonaro/Mrs Vanita Rooprai admissions@forest.org.uk 020 8520 1744

FEES:

School Philosophy: We have a straightforward commitment: we will give our students an outstanding education, a positive approach and values that will steer them throughout their life.

Our founding fathers were guided by their Christian faith; those values are still fundamental to who we are today. We believe in nurturing each student as an individual, and will help them to explore their abilities, find their strengths and thrive. We place a strong emphasis on self-respect, humility and service of others. And we work hard, because we believe in making the most of our gifts every day.

Extra-curricular: Our co-curriculum is right at the core of the education we

offer. Through it our students learn the soft skills of leadership, teamwork and commitment, find their passions, and prepare for a lifetime of discovery. We encourage every student to take part in a wide range of activities across music, sport, drama and through our varied clubs and societies, to help them find their individual strengths, to learn to challenge themselves and to take risks.

GENDER/AGES: TOTAL PUPILS:

boys and girls, 4-18 years 1360, boys 680, girls 680

Day Pre-Prep – Years 0-2, £4,365. Prep – Year 3, £4,656. Years 4-6 £5,009. Senior – Years 7-13, £6,227 TYPICAL CLASS SIZE: Pre Prep 16, Prep – 24, Senior – 22. FAITH: Christian Foundation MOTTO: In Pectore Robur ENTRANCE PROCEDURE: Assessments at 4+ and 7+ Entrance examination, interview and reference at 11+ and 13+ Entrance examination, interview, reference and GCSE minimum qualification at 16+ (at least 3 grade 7s and 3 grade 6s and the required grade in the qualifying subject for the chosen A level course) TYPE: FEES:

School Philosophy: Forest is a humane, open-minded school for children aged

4-18, where the pupils’ all-round personal development is outstanding and academic attainment is high. It is London’s only diamond structure school and is, above all, a happy school which understands the rich inter-relationship between the curricular, the co-curricular and the pastoral. We benefit from a tremendous location: on the very edge of north-east London, a city school surrounded by ancient forest, safe but not secluded, and within a diverse, dynamic community. There is boldness in the School’s character, a readiness to be forward-thinking and adaptable, with pride in what we are and excitement for what lies ahead. Most pupils transfer from Forest Prep School to the Senior School at 11+ and many are awarded top academic, music or sport scholarships.

Academic Record 2017: at GCSE 77% of pupils achieved at least 5 A* or A grades. At A Level, 70% of students were awarded A*, A or B grades.

Extra-curricular: Forest offers extra-curricular opportunities in sport, music

and drama and has an enormous selection of clubs and activities for pupils from Reception to Year 13. These take place before School, at lunchtimes and at the end of the School day.

Notable Achievements and Alumni: WW2 Spitfire pilot and author, Geoffrey Wellum DFC. The Rt. Hon. Brandon Lewis MP, Minister of State for Immigration. Former England Cricket Captain, Nasser Hussain. Essex CCC wicket-keeper James Foster is Forest’s current cricket professional. Actors, Paapa Essiedu, Ella Purnell, Nicola Walker, Adam Woodyatt Open Days: Whole School Open Day – Saturday 29 September 2018 Sixth Form Open Evening – Tuesday 9 October 2018 Junior School Open Day – Saturday 17 November 2018

Open Day, Saturday 22 September 2018. 11+ Information Mornings, Saturday 6 October and Saturday 24 November 2018.

www.elthamcollege.london

www.forest.org.uk

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LONDON

South East London - South West London

South East London Alleyn’s School

PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • CO-ED

Dulwich, SE22 8SU Headteacher: Dr Gary Savage Total pupils: 1,009

alleyns.org.uk

Bellerbys College London SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • BOARDING • CO-ED

London, SE8 3DE Principal: Alison Baines

bellerbys.com

Blackheath High School NURSERY • PREP • SENIOR • DAY • CO-ED

Blackheath, SE3 7AG Headteacher: Mrs C Chandler-Thompson Total pupils: 737

blackheathhighschool.gdst.net

Blackheath Preparatory School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Blackheath, SE3 ONJ Headteacher: Mrs Penelope Thompson Total pupils: 399

blackheathprepschool.com

Colfe’s School

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • CO-ED

Catford, SE6 4TY Headteacher: Mr Nicholas Hewlett Total pupils: 857

stdunstans.org.uk

St Olave’s Preparatory School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

New Eltham, SE9 3QS Headteacher: Miss C Holloway Total pupils: 220

stolaves.org.uk

Sydenham High School PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • GIRLS

Sydenham, SE26 6BL Headteacher: Mrs Katharine Woodcock Total pupils: 616

sydenhamhighschool.gdst.net

South West London Apples and Honey, The Nursery on the Common NURSERY • PRE-PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Wimbledon, SW19 5QD Headteacher: Gila Godsi Total pupils: 30

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM •

applesandhoney.org

DAY • CO-ED

Barnes Montessori Nursery

Lee, SE12 8AW Headteacher: Mr R F Russell Total pupils: 599

colfes.com

Dulwich Prep London NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • BOARDING • BOYS

Dulwich, SE21 7AA Headteacher: Mr Michael Roulston Total pupils: 835

dulwichpreplondon.org

Dulwich College PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • WEEKLY • BOARDING • BOYS

Dulwich, SE21 7LD Headteacher: Dr Joseph Spence Total pupils: 1768

dulwich.org.uk

Eltham College Junior School PREP • DAY • BOYS

Eltham, SE9 4RW Headteacher: Mr Edmund Cavendish

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Barnes, SW13 9QL

barnesmontessori.co.uk

Broomwood Hall PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • GIRLS • CO-ED

Wandsworth, SW12 8NR Headteacher: Carole Jenkinson Total pupils: 631

broomwood.co.uk

Cameron House PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Chelsea, SW3 6AH Acting Headmistress: Mary-Anne Malloy Total pupils: 120

cameronhouseschool.org

Clapham Montessori NURSERY • PRE-PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Clapham, SW4 0DX

montessoriclapham.co.uk

elthamcollege.london

Clapham Park Montessori

Eltham College

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • DAY • CO-ED

SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • BOYS • CO-ED

montessoriclapham.co.uk

Eltham, SE9 4QF Headteacher: Mr Guy Sanderson Total pupils: 870

elthamcollege.london

Greenwich Steiner School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • CO-ED

Blackheath, SE3 7SE Headteacher: Adrian Dow

greenwichsteinerschool.org.uk

Herne Hill Pre-Preparatory School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Clapham, SW4 9EH

Collingham College SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • CO-ED

Earl’s Court, SW5 0HL Headteacher: Dr Sally Powell Total pupils: 216

collingham.co.uk

Dolphin School PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Wandsworth, SW11 6QW Headteacher: Mr Tom Lewis

dolphinschool.org.uk

Herne Hill, SE24 9LY Headteacher: Ngaire Telford Total pupils: 287

The Dominie

hernehillschool.co.uk

Battersea, SW11 4DX Headteacher: Anne O’Doherty

James Allen’s Preparatory School

thedominie.co.uk

PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • GIRLS

Donhead School PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • BOYS

Dulwich, SE22 8TE Headteacher: Finola Stack

jags.org.uk

James Allen’s Girls’ School PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • GIRLS

Dulwich, SE22 8TE Headteacher: Mrs Sally-Anne Huang Total pupils: 1081

jags.org.uk

Oakfield Preparatory School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Dulwich, SE21 8HP Headteacher: Mr Patrick Gush Total pupils: 414

oakfield.dulwich.sch.uk

Riverston School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • CO-ED

Eltham, SE12 8UF Headteacher: Sarah Salathiel

riverstonschool.co.uk

Rosemead Preparatory School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Dulwich, SE21 8HZ Headteacher: Mr P Soutar Total pupils: 350

rosemeadprepschool.org.uk

St Dunstan’s College

independentschoolparent.com

PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Wimbledon, SW19 4NP Headteacher: Mr P J J Barr Total pupils: 334

donhead.org.uk

Eaton House Belgravia Pre-Prep School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Belgravia, SW1W 9BA Headteacher: Mr Huw May

eatonhouseschools.com

Eaton House Belgravia Prep School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Belgravia, SW7 5QH Headteacher: Mr Huw May

eatonhouseschools.com

Eaton House The Manor Girls’ School PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • GIRLS

Clapham, SW4 9RU Headteacher: Mr Oliver Snowball

eatonhouseschools.com

Eaton House The Manor Nursery NURSERY • CO-ED

Clapham, SW4 9RU Headteacher: Mrs Roosha Sue

eatonhouseschools.com

Open Morning Saturday 15th September | 9.00am

www.dulwichpreplondon.org admissions@dulwichpreplondon.org

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LONDON South West London

Eaton House The Manor Pre-Prep and Prep

Hall School Wimbledon (Junior)

PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • BOYS

Putney Vale, SW15 3EQ Headteacher: Timothy Hobbs

Clapham, SW4 9RU Headteacher: Mrs Nichola Borthwick and Mrs Sarah Segrave

eatonhouseschools.com

hsw.co.uk

Hall School Wimbledon (Senior)

Eaton Square Nursery School Belgravia

SENIOR • DAY • CO-ED

NURSERY • DAY • CO-ED

hsw.co.uk

Belgravia, SW1W 9PY

eatonsquareschool.com

Eaton Square Nursery School Knightsbridge NURSERY • DAY • CO-ED

Knightsbridge, SW7 1BX

Wimbledon, SW20 8HF Headteacher: Timothy Hobbs

The Hampshire School Early Years thehampshireschoolchelsea.co.uk

The Hampshire School, Chelsea PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

eatonsquareschool.com

Eaton Square School

Chelsea, SW3 6NB Headteacher: Mr Donal Brennan Total pupils: 255

thehampshireschoolchelsea.co.uk

The Harrodian School

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • CO-ED

Belgravia, SW1V 1PP Headteacher: Mr Sebastian Hepher Total pupils: 519

harrodian.com

eatonsquareschool.com

Emanuel School PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • CO-ED

Battersea, SW11 1HS Headteacher: Mr Robert Milne Total pupils: 774

emanuel.org.uk

Fairley House School PREP • SENIOR • DAY • CO-ED

Westminster, SW1P 4AU Headteacher: Mr Michael Taylor

fairleyhouse.org.uk

Falcons Preparatory Girls School PREP • DAY • GIRLS

Putney, SW15 6PY Headteacher: Sophia Ashworth Jones Total pupils: 78

falconsgirls.co.uk

Falkner House NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • GIRLS

South Kensington, SW7 4QB Headteacher: Mrs A Griggs Total pupils: 200

falknerhouse.co.uk

Falkner House NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • BOYS

Barnes, SW13 9QN Headteacher: James Hooke

Hill House International School PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Hornsby House School PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Balham, SW12 8RS Headteacher: Mr Edward Rees Total pupils: 415

hornsbyhouse.org.uk

Putney, SW15 2NQ Headteacher: Mr Jonathan Brough Total pupils: 326

hurlinghamschool.co.uk

Hyde Park School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • CO-ED

PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • GIRLS

Fulham, SW6 5PA Headteacher: Mrs Prudence Lynch Total pupils: 293

Francis Holland School

King’s College School

PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • GIRLS

PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • BOYS

fulhamprep.co.uk/phase/senior

Fulham Pre-Prep School PRE-PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Fulham, SW6 3JJ Headteacher: Miss Di Steven

fulhamprep.co.uk

Fulham Prep School PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Fulham, W14 9SD Principal: Mr Neil Brooks

fulhamprep.co.uk

Garden House School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Chelsea, SW3 4TW Headteachers: Mrs Annie Lee, Mrs Julia Adlard, Mr Christian Warland Total pupils: 497

gardenhouseschool.co.uk

Glendower Preparatory School PREP • DAY • GIRLS

South Kensington, SW7 5JX Headteacher: Ms Sarah Knollys Total pupils: 255

glendowerprep.org

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Balham, SW17 7HL Headteacher: Mr Ben Freeman Total pupils: 322

Fulham, W14 9SD Principal: Mr Neil Brooks

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hydeparkschool.co.uk

Kensington Prep School

PREP • DAY • CO-ED

67 Pont Street, London SW1X 0BD

South Kensington, SW7 5NL Headteacher: Hilary Wyatt Total pupils: 117

ibstockplaceschool.co.uk

Fulham Senior School

020 7590 9000

PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Finton House

fhs-sw1.org.uk

By Appointment

Hurlingham School

falknerhouse.co.uk

Sloane Square, SW1W 8JF Headteacher: Mrs Lucy Elphinstone Total pupils: 520

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hillhouseschool.co.uk

Roehampton, SW15 5PY Headteacher: Anna Sylvester-Johnson Total pupils: 950

fintonhouse.org.uk

2016 ISI Report EXCELLENT IN ALL AREAS

Knightsbridge, SW1X 0EP Headteacher: Richard Townend

Earl’s Court, SW5 9SU Headteacher: Mrs A Griggs Total pupils: 178

PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

“Keep Studying, Keep Sporting, Keep Striving”

Chelsea, SW7 4NX

Eaton Square Nursery School Pimlico Pimlico, SW1V 3DZ

Knightsbridge School

NURSERY • DAY • CO-ED

eatonsquareschool.com

NURSERY • DAY • CO-ED

PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Registration deadline for entry in 2019 – 28th September 2018

kensingtonprep.gdst.net

Wimbledon, SW19 4TT Headteacher: Mr AD Halls Total pupils: 853

kcs.org.uk

Knightsbridge School

he ualit of the u ils achie e ents and learning is

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Knightsbridge, SW1X 0BD Principal: Mr Magoo Giles Total pupils: 386

knightsbridgeschool.com

L’Ecole de Battersea NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Battersea, SW11 3DS Total pupils: 250

lecoledespetits.co.uk

L’Ecole des Petits NURSERY • PRE-PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Fulham, SW6 2NB Total pupils: 136

lecoledespetits.co.uk

Mander Portman Woodward

ns ection e ort Ma 2 1 596 Fulham Road London SW6 5PA Phone: 020 7731 9300 Email: enquiries@kenprep.gdst.net www.kensingtonprep.gdst.net

6TH FORM • DAY • CO-ED

South Kensington, SW7 5AB Headteacher: Mr John Southworth Total pupils: 595

mpw.ac.uk

Merlin Pre-Prep School PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Putney, SW15 2BZ Headteacher: Mrs Kate Prest

merlinschool.net

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LONDON South West London

The Moat School

St Philip’s Prep School for Boys

SENIOR • DAY • CO-ED

PREP • DAY • BOYS

Fulham, SW6 6EG Headteacher: Clare King

South Kensington, SW7 4NE Headteacher: Mr Alexander Wulffen Thomas

More House School

Sinclair House School Nursery

SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • GIRLS

NURSERY • DAY • CO-ED

Knightsbridge, SW1X 0AA Headteacher: Mrs Amanda Leach and Mr Michael Keeley Total pupils: 191

Fulham, SW6 6DA

moatschool.org.uk

morehouse.org.uk

Newton Prep NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Battersea, SW8 4BX Headteacher: Mrs Alison Fleming Total pupils: 624

newtonprepschool.co.uk

Noah’s Ark Nursery School NURSERY • DAY • CO-ED

Wandsworth, SW11 6QW Headteacher: Mr Tom Lewis

noahsarknurseryschools.org.uk

Sinclair House School, Preparatory PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Fulham, SW6 3JJ Headteacher: Mrs Carlotta O’Sullivan

Streatham & Clapham Prep School - Prep and Nursery NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • GIRLS

Streatham, SW2 3SR Headteacher: Mr Tom Mylne Total pupils: 242

schs.gdst.net

PREP • DAY • BOYS

SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • GIRLS

Streatham, SW16 1AW Headteacher: Dr Millan Sachania Total pupils: 694 (Prep & Senior)

schs.gdst.net

Oliver House School

The Study Preparatory School

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

PREP • DAY • GIRLS

Clapham, SW4 9AH Headteacher: Mr Rob Farrell Total pupils: 178

oliverhouse.org.uk

Wimbledon Village, SW19 5ER Headteacher: Mrs Susan Pepper Total pupils: 322

thestudyprep.co.uk

The Park Kindergarten

Sussex House

NURSERY • DAY • CO-ED

PREP • DAY • BOYS

Battersea, SW11 4LH

thekindergartens.com

Parsons Green Prep PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Fulham, SW6 4LJ Headteacher: Mr Tim Cannell

parsonsgreenprep.co.uk

Prospect House School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Putney, SW15 3NT Headteacher: Mr Michael Hodge Total pupils: 295

prospecths.org.uk

Putney High School PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • GIRLS

Putney, SW15 6BH Headteacher: Mrs Suzie Longstaff Total pupils: 911

putneyhigh.gdst.net

Queen’s Gate School PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • GIRLS

South Kensington, SW7 5LE Headteacher: Mrs Rosalynd Kamaryc

Belgravia, SW1X 0EA Headteacher: Mr N P Kaye Total pupils: 182

Thomas’s Kindergarten Battersea Battersea, SW11 3NA Acting Headteacher: Miss Kathy Ballantine Total pupils: 48

PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Battersea, SW11 3JB Headteacher: Mr Simon O’Malley Total pupils: 540

Thomas’s Fulham PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Fulham, SW6 3ES Headteacher: Ms Annette Dobson Total pupils: 399

thomas-s.co.uk

Wandsworth, SW11 6LZ Headteacher: Mr Phil Ward Total pupils: 650

thomas-s.co.uk

Tower House School

The Roche Nursery Keswick

PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • BOYS

The Roche Nursery Wandsworth NURSERY • DAY • CO-ED

Wandsworth, SW18 1HW

therocheschool.com/nurseryschools

The Roche School PREP • DAY • CO-ED

East Sheen, SW14 8LF Headteacher: Mr Greg Evans Total pupils: 185

thsboys.org.uk

Ursuline Preparatory School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • GIRLS

Wimbledon, SW20 8HR Headteacher: Mr Chris McGrath Total pupils: 1264

ursuline-prep.merton.sch.uk

Wandsworth, SW18 1HW Headteacher: Mrs Vania Adams

Westminster Abbey Choir School

St Nicholas Prep School

Westminster, SW1P 3NY Headteacher: Mr Jonathan Milton Total pupils: 35

therocheschool.com

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

South Kensington, SW7 1PT Headteacher: Ms Jill Walker

stnicholasprep.co.uk

St Paul’s Juniors PREP • DAY • BOYS

Barnes, SW13 9JT Headteacher: Maxine Shaw Total pupils: 439

stpaulsschool.org.uk

St Paul’s School SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • WEEKLY • BOARDING • BOYS

Barnes, SW13 9JT Headteacher: Professor Mark Bailey Total pupils: 939

stpaulsschool.org.uk

independentschoolparent.com

Newland House School

Waldegrave Park, Twickenham, Middlesex TW1 4TQ

thomas-s.co.uk

redcliffeschool.com

therocheschool.com/nurseryschools

Preparatory School for girls aged four to eleven

Thomas’s Battersea

PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

East Putney, SW15 2JE

We welcome enquires about our scheme of assistance with fees for girls aged 7+.

thomas-s.co.uk

Thomas’s Clapham

NURSERY • DAY • CO-ED

Registered Charity No. 271012

NURSERY • DAY • CO-ED

Redcliffe School Chelsea, SW10 9JH Headteacher: Mrs Sarah Lemmon Total pupils: 140

For further details and to book a school visit, contact Jane Davis on 020 8947 6969 www.thestudyprep.co.uk

sussexhouseschool.co.uk

queensgate.org.uk

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

The Study is a leading prep school situated in the heart of Wimbledon Village. We identify and nurture each girl’s unique academic, creative and sporting skills in a caring and supportive community.

sinclairhouseschool.co.uk

Streatham & Clapham High School - Senior

northcotelodge.co.uk

‘One school, two buildings, great teaching, and tip top facilities.’ The Good Schools Guide

sinclairhouseschool.co.uk

Northcote Lodge Battersea, SW11 6EL Headteacher: Mark Smith Total pupils: 221

stphilipschool.co.uk

PREP • BOARDING • BOYS

westminster-abbey.org/choir-school

Westminster Cathedral Choir School PREP • DAY • BOARDING • BOYS

Westminster, SW1P 1QH Headteacher: Mr Neil McLaughlan Total pupils: 169

choirschool.com

Westminster School SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • WEEKLY • BOARDING • BOYS • CO-ED

Westminster, SW1P 3PF Headteacher: Mr Patrick Derham Total pupils: 741

westminster.org.uk

Head Teacher: David Alexander Admissions: Jane Tosetti admissions@newlandhouse.net 020 8865 1305 GENDER/AGES: TOTAL PUPILS:

boys and girls, 3-13 years 460, boys 281, girls 179

Day Nursery – Day from £2,290-£4,265, Pre - Prep – Day £3,848, Prep - Day £4,306 per term ENTRANCE PROCEDURE: Non-selective entry up to age 6. Assessment day required from Year 3 upwards. TYPE: FEES:

School Philosophy: Newland House is an experienced Nursery and Prep School

for girls and boys from ages 3-13 years. The school has an extensive, engaging curriculum, which fosters a sense of self-confidence and provides opportunities for children to reach their full potential.

Open Days: 14 September, 12 October, 23 November or call to arrange a bespoke appointment www.newlandhouse.net

LONDON

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South West London - Greater London Westminster Under School

The John Lyon School

PREP • DAY • BOYS

SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • BOYS

Westminster, SW1P 2NN Headteacher: Mr Mark O’Donnell Total pupils: 284

westminster.org.uk/wus

White House Preparatory School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • GIRLS

Clapham, SW12 0LF Headteacher: Mary McCahery Total pupils: 110

whitehouseschool.com

Wimbledon High School

PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • GIRLS

Wimbledon, SW19 4AB Headteacher: Mrs Jane Lunnon Total pupils: 896

wimbledonhigh.gdst.net

johnlyon.org

Orley Farm School PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Harrow on the Hill, HA1 3NU Headteacher: Mr Tim Calvey Total pupils: 491

orleyfarm.harrow.sch.uk

Quainton Hall School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Harrow, HA1 1RX Headteacher: Mr Simon Ford Total pupils: 178

Young England Kindergarten

quaintonhall.org.uk

youngenglandkindergarten.co.uk

ACS Hillingdon International School

St. George’s Square, SW1V 2HP Headteacher: Kay King Total pupils: 75

Greater London: Bromley Bromley High School

PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • DAY • GIRLS

Hillingdon

PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • DAY • CO-ED

Hillingdon, UB10 0BE Headteacher: Mr Martin Hall Total pupils: 555

acs-schools.com

St Helen’s College

Bromley, BR1 2TW Headteacher: Mrs Angela Drew Total pupils: 871

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Croydon

sthelenscollege.com

bromleyhigh.gdst.net

Trinity School

SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • BOYS • CO-ED

Croydon, CR9 7AT Headteacher: Alasdair Kennedy Total pupils: 985

trinity-school.org

Whitgift School SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • BOARDING • BOYS

South Croydon, CR2 6YT Headteacher: Chris Ramsey Total pupils: 1449

whitgift.co.uk

Hillingdon, UB10 9JX Headteacher: Shirley Drummond Total pupils: 351

Isleworth

Ashton House School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Isleworth, TW7 4LW Headteacher: Mrs Angela Stewart Total pupils: 119

ashtonhouse.com

Kew

Kew College NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Edgware

Kew, TW9 3HQ Headteacher: Mrs Marianne Austin Total pupils: 295

PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • GIRLS

Kingston-Upon-Thames

North London Collegiate School Edgware, HA8 7RJ Acting Headteacher: Sarah Clark Total pupils: 1078

nlcs.org.uk

Hampton

Hampton Pre-Prep and Prep School PRE-PREP • CO-ED • PREP • DAY • BOYS

Hampton, TW12 2UQ Headteacher: Mr Tim Smith Total pupils: 230

hamptonprep.org.uk

Hampton School SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • BOYS

Hampton, TW12 3HD Headteacher: Mr Kevin Knibbs Total pupils: 1279

hamptonschool.org.uk

The Lady Eleanor Holles School PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • GIRLS

Hampton, TW12 3HF Headteacher: Mrs Heather Hanbury Total pupils: 887

lehs.org.uk

Twickenham Preparatory School PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Hampton, TW12 2SA Headteacher: Mr D Malam Total pupils: 273

twickenhamprep.co.uk

Harrow

Alpha Preparatory School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Harrow, HA1 1SH Headteacher: Mr Christopher Trinidad Total pupils: 154

alpha.harrow.sch.uk

kewcollege.com

Canbury School SENIOR • DAY • CO-ED

Kingston-Upon-Thames, KT2 7LN Headteacher: Ms Louise Clancy Total pupils: 55

canburyschool.co.uk

Holy Cross Preparatory School PREP • DAY • GIRLS

Kingston-Upon-Thames, KT2 7NU Headteacher: Mrs Sarah Hair Total pupils: 287

holycrossprepschool.co.uk

Kingston Grammar School SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • CO-ED

Kingston-Upon-Thames, KT2 6PY Headteacher: Mr SR Lehec Total pupils: 819

kgs.org.uk

Marymount International School SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • BOARDING • GIRLS

Kingston-Upon-Thames, KT2 7PE Headteacher: Mrs Margaret Frazier Total pupils: 263

marymountlondon.com

Park Hill School and Nursery NURSERY • PRE-PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Kingston-Upon-Thames, KT2 7SH Headteacher: Alistair Bond Total pupils: 99

parkhillschool.com

Rokeby School PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • BOYS

Kingston-Upon-Thames, KT2 7PB Headteacher: Mr Jason Peck Total pupils: 386

rokebyschool.co.uk

Harrow School

Shrewsbury House Preparatory School

SENIOR • 6TH FORM • BOARDING • BOYS

PREP • DAY • BOYS

Harrow, HA1 3HP Headteacher: Mr J B Hawkins Total pupils: 826

harrowschool.org.uk

Harrow, HA2 0HN Headteacher: Miss Katherine Haynes Total pupils: 600

independentschoolparent.com

Surbiton, KT6 6RL Headteacher: Mr Kevin Doble Total pupils: 325

shrewsburyhouse.net

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PREP • DAY • GIRLS

Kingston-Upon-Thames, KT1 2HW Headteacher: Mrs Clementine Stewart Total pupils: 300

surbitonhigh.com

Surbiton High Boys’ Preparatory School PREP • DAY • BOYS

Surbiton, KT6 4SP Headteacher: Mrs Sally Ralph Total pupils: 208

surbitonhigh.com

Surbiton High School SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • GIRLS

Kingston-Upon-Thames, KT1 2JT Headteacher: Mr Silas Edmonds, Principal is Mrs Rebecca Glover Total pupils: 1,000

surbitonhigh.com

Northwood

Merchant Taylors’ School SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • BOYS

Northwood, HA6 2HT Headteacher: Mr Simon Everson Total pupils: 891

mtsn.org.uk

Northwood College NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY GIRLS

Northwood, HA6 2YE Headteacher: Miss Jacqualyn Pain Total pupils: 931

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St Helen’s NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY GIRLS

Northwood, HA6 3AS Headteacher: Dr Mary Short Total pupils: 1127

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • BOYS

Richmond, TW10 6ES Headteacher: Mr Mark Turner Total pupils: 456

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Old Vicarage School PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • GIRLS

Richmond, TW10 6QX Headteacher: Mrs Gillian Linthwaite Total pupils: 194

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Unicorn School PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Richmond, TW9 3JX Headteacher: Mr Kit Thompson Total pupils: 172

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Shepperton Halliford School

SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • BOYS • CO-ED

Shepperton, TW17 9HX Headteacher: Mr James Davies Total pupils: 426

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Staines

Staines Preparatory School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Staines, TW18 2BT Headteacher: Mrs Samantha Sawyer Total pupils: 399

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Twickenham The Mall School

PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • BOYS

Twickenham, TW2 5NQ Headteacher: Mr David Price Total pupils: 323

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St John’s School

Newland House School

PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • BOYS

Northwood, HA6 3QY Headteacher: Mr Sean Robinson Total pupils: 349

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St Martin’s School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • BOYS

Northwood, HA6 2DJ Headteacher: Mr David Tidmarsh Total pupils: 404

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Twinkle Stars Montessori NURSERY • PRE-PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Northwood, HA6 1QS Headteacher: Parin Alibhai Total pupils: 60

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Pinner

Buckingham Preparatory School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • BOYS

Pinner, HA5 5DT Headteacher: Sarah Hollis Total pupils: 113

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Reddiford School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Pinner, HA5 5HH Headteacher: Mrs Jean Batt Total pupils: 350

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Richmond

Falcons School for Boys NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • BOYS

Richmond, TW9 2SS Headteacher: Franciska Bayliss Total pupils: 354

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Kew Day Nursery NURSERY • DAY • CO-ED

Richmond, TW9 4ES Headteacher: Sarah Hodgson Total pupils: 66

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Kew Green Preparatory School PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Richmond, TW9 3AF Headteacher: Mr Jem Peck Total pupils: 275

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King’s House School

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Twickenham, TW1 4TQ Headteacher: Mr David Alexander Total pupils: 407

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St Catherine’s School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • GIRLS

Twickenham, TW1 4QJ Headteacher: Sister Paula Thomas Total pupils: 415

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Wembley

Buxlow Prep School PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Wembley, HA9 7QJ Headteacher: Ralf Furse Total pupils: 73

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Innovative immersion programme Highly recommended by BBC, Time Out, Daily Telegraph and Daily Express

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Happy Days Montessori NURSERY • PRE-PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Wembley, HA9 0RG Headteacher: Ms Margaret Dillane Total pupils: 32

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Harmony Montessori Nursery NURSERY • PRE-PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Wembley, HA9 8RG Headteacher: Ms Anita Mohindra Total pupils: 44

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St Christopher’s School PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Wembley Park, HA9 8HE Headteacher: Mr G P Musetti Total pupils: 81

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LONDON DEVONSHIRE HOUSE SCHOOL 2 Arkwright Road, Hampstead, NW3 6AE

A co-educational IAPS Prep and Pre-Prep School for children from 3 to 13 with its own Oak Tree Nursery for children from 2½ to 3½ OPEN MORNINGS Wednesday 10th October 2018 Thursday 11th October 2018 For more information contact Admissions: 020 7435 1916 enquiries@devonshirehouseprepschool.co.uk www.devonshirehouseschool.co.uk

Whitgift. One of Britain’s finest independent day and boarding schools for boys aged 10-18

‘Superb cosmopolitan boys school, with outstanding facilities and a strong academic reputation – an example of what education is really about’ Good Schools Guide

OPEN MORNING | SATURDAY 22 SEPTEMBER 2018 OPEN EVENING | TUESDAY 9 OCTOBER 2018 BOARDING | BY APPOINTMENT admissions@whitgift.co.uk +44 (0)20 8633 9935 www.whitgift.co.uk/opendays

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Alleynâ€™s Junior School

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Co-educational excellence in a caring community for boys and girls aged 4 to 11. Open events will take place on Saturday 22 September from 10.00 am to 12 noon, Thursday 4 October from 1.30 pm to 3.00 pm, and Tuesday 13 November from 1.30 pm to 3.00 pm. Small group tours are available throughout September, October and November for families making an application for a September 2019 start. www.alleyns.org.uk @AlleynsJunior I 020 8557 1519 I Townley Road, Dulwich SE22 8SU

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Surbiton High School is an aspirational independent School for boys aged 4-11 and girls aged 4-18, which inspires, encourages and empowers its pupils with an innovative, creative and inspirational learning curriculum.

Upcoming Open Events 2018 Boys’ Prep

Senior School

Girls’ Prep

Tuesday 16 October 9.30am Friday 23 November 9.30am

Wednesday 26 September 9.45am Friday 5 October 9.45am

Tuesday 25 September 9.15am Wednesday 3 October 9.15am

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Surbiton High School is part of United Learning

Old Vicarage School IAPS School for girls age 4 to 11 years

OPEN MORNING Friday 5th October 2018 9-11am

• Two form entry in small classes up to 15 • Girls develop into confident, articulate individuals • Excellent academic standards with a rich, challenging curriculum and a wide range of sports, drama and music • We successfully prepare for 11+ with most achieving their first choice schools • After school care available up until 6pm For more information about available places, to obtain a prospectus or to book a space on our Open Morning, please contact the Registrar on 020 8940 0922 or e-mail j.day@oldvicarageschool.com Old Vicarage School, 48 Richmond Hill, Richmond, Surrey TW10 6QX www.oldvicarageschool.com

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Alleynâ€™s School

Open Events

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11, 12 and 29 September and 7 November

Co-educational excellence in a caring community for boys and girls aged 11 to 18. 11+ and 13+ open events take place on 12 September at 2.00 pm, 29 September at 9.30 am and 7 November at 2.00 pm. 16+ open events take place on 11 September at 2.30 pm and 29 September at 9.30 am. Scholarships and means-tested bursaries are available. A registration fee waiver is available for those who qualify for pupil premium. www.alleyns.org.uk @Alleyns_School I 020 8557 1500 I Townley Road, Dulwich SE22 8SU

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Maria Montessori School Authentic Montessori education for children aged 2 - 12 Our school nurtures independence and creativity. It promotes hands on, self-paced, collaborative, and joyful learning. Children in our school follow their interests, wherever their passion leads; giving them strong academics, leadership and a lifelong love of learning.

Hampstead, West Hampstead, Hornsey Rise (Crouch End), Bayswater, Notting Hill T: 020 7435 3646 E: schools@mariamontessori.org

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WHOLE SCHOOL OPEN MORNING - SATURDAY 6 OCTOBER SIXTH FORM OPEN EVENING - THURSDAY 11 OCTOBER View our website for a full list of our Open Events or arrange a personal visit with our Registrar, Louise Pepper, on 020 8862 2254 www.stbenedicts.org.uk

LONDON St John’s Wood Pre-Prep School wish to congratulate Year 2 on their outstanding 2018 entrance test results

I N D EPEN D EN T DAY S C H O O L FO R G I R L S AG ED 4 TO 1 8

THE CLASS OF 11 CHILDREN WILL BE JOINING THE FOLLOWING SCHOOLS IN SEPTEMBER:

Queen’s Gate offers girls a warm, supportive environment where individuality is nurtured, academic standards are high and a broad-based curriculum ensures a well-rounded education.

2 Girls to City of London School for Girls

Junior School At-home Receptions 2018 Thursday 4 October · Wednesday 17 October Tuesday 6 November · Thursday 15 November

2 Boys to St Paul’s Juniors

To book, please visit queensgate.org.uk/jsopenevents Queen’s Gate Junior School, 125–126 Queen’s Gate, London SW7 5LJ registrar@queensgate.org.uk · 020 7594 4982

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Prep School

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Sixth Form

St Helen’s School Open Days 2018 22nd September 9.30am – 12.30pm

7th and 8th November 9.30am – 12 noon

No need to book, please just come along.

Please call Admissions to book your personal tour.

Sixth Form Experience Day Wednesday 17th October 9am – 4pm Please call Admissions to book your place. 2 mins walk from Northwood Tube An Independent Day School for Girls aged 3 – 18

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Oakfield Preparatory School 125 -128 Thurlow Park Road, London SE21 8HP T: 0208 670 4206 www.oakfield.dulwich.sch.uk

Where every child is valued and nurtured, leading to exceptional outcomes 130 years of education for boys and girls aged 2 to 11

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To book a visit or register your child please email admissions@oakfield.dulwich.sch.uk

ADVERTORIAL What skills and experience do you bring with you as the new Head of the school?

My teaching career has spanned over two decades within independent schools as a Head and in senior leadership roles within Prep schools in the UK. Furthermore, I’ve led schools for children aged three to 18, both in London, Singapore, Thailand, Japan and Spain. I’m currently a member of the Association of Governing Bodies of Independent Schools (AGBIS) Board and I also inspect for the Independent Schools Inspectorate. The Hampshire School is a forward-looking one. I’ll draw on my breadth of experience and facilitate an education for all pupils that’s creatively inspired, promotes the best teaching and learning, is driven to excellence in every aspect and produces well-educated pupils who are increasingly independent and have a strong sense of self. What are you most looking forward to about the role?

It’s a privilege to be the next Head of The Hampshire School serving the Chelsea community. I’m very much looking forward to getting to know, and listening to, pupils and parents, as well as developing the teaching staff to uphold The Hampshire School as the preeminent Prep School in London. The focus on personalised learning at The Hampshire School, from Nursery to Year Eight, resonates with my passion for maximising pupil progress to achieve outstanding standards. Pupil progress and standards are high on the agenda for Dr Edmonds

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Dr Pamela Edmonds is looking forward to getting to know The Hampshire School’s community

Meet the Head

DR PAMELA EDMONDS joins The Hampshire School, Chelsea, this term. We ask her about her hopes and aspirations as its new Headteacher What qualities were you most attracted to at the school?

When I visited the school, I couldn’t help but notice the vitality of the pupils and their deep sense of belonging in a caring and supportive school.

Pupils and staff alike exude enthusiasm for the opportunities that The Hampshire School provides. It has a distinctive ethos as a Prep School in Chelsea that’s tailored for a student body which is as diverse as London itself. The children have a strong sense of belonging and pride in their school. It’s a place where the happiness and wellbeing of the pupils and teachers is recognised as key to excellent achievement. What are your future ambitions for the school?

As a school community, we will provide the perfect start in our Early Years and continue to provide excellent teaching and learning through an exciting, broad and vibrant curriculum

to maximise pupils’ attainment as they strive to achieve their very best. We’ll recognise the individual – an independent school for independent learners which meets their needs as future global citizens. Securing first choice Senior School places for all our 11+ and 13+ leavers will be a top priority. All pupils will continue to discover their talents, develop their strengths and each will have their own opportunity to excel across the breadth of academic, sporting, music and co-curricular activities. Tell us about the curriculum at The Hampshire School.

The curriculum at the school is tailored to the needs of the pupils and their future aspirations. While the National Curriculum is a useful starting point, the curriculum is enhanced to ensure that every pupil is motivated, inspired and challenged. We want your child to be the best that they can be and for that a growth mindset is required. What do you enjoy doing outside of school?

I really enjoy participating in a variety of sports. During my time in Japan, I set myself the challenge of climbing Mount Fuji. I also enjoy sailing, and have taken part in the Sardinia Cup Race and competed in the Channel Sailing Race. However, my favourite sport is squash and I have been playing since I was 17 years old. To visit The Hampshire School, please contact the admissions office on 020 7352 7077. independentschoolparent.com

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South England This map illustrates the location of some of our leading independent schools in this region. A directory of schools, listed by county, follows this page.

Berkshire ASCOT 1 Heathfield School 2 LVS Ascot 3 St George’s School CAVERSHAM 4 Queen Anne’s School CROWTHORNE 5 Wellington College NEWBURY 6 Cheam School 7 Horris Hill School

WINCHESTER 30 St Swithun’s School

GERRARDS CROSS 19 Maltman’s Green MILTON KEYNES 20 The Webber Independent School STOWE 21 Stowe School

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25 Hook 23 Andover

HAMPSHIRE

22 Alton

Liphook 26 30 Winchester 24 Bramdean

PORTSMOUTH 28 The Portsmouth Grammar School

Oxfordshire HENLEY-ON-THAMES 31 Shiplake College MOULSFORD 32 Moulsford Preparatory School OXFORD 33 Headington School 34 Summer Fields

19 Gerrards Cross

31 Henley-on-Thames 1 2 Ascot 3 BERKSHIRE Windsor 16 17 98 10 Reading Wokingham 14 15 13 Thatcham 11 6 Newbury Crowthorne 5 7 Sandhurst 12 4 Caversham

LIPHOOK 26 Highfield and Brookham

THATCHAM 13 Downe House School

18 Chesham

OXFORDSHIRE

HOOK 25 GEMS Sherfield

SOUTHSEA 29 St John’s College

CHESHAM 18 Chesham Preparatory School

34 33 Oxford

BRAMDEAN 24 Brockwood Park School

SANDHURST 12 Eagle House School

Buckinghamshire

BUCKINGHAMSHIRE

ANDOVER 23 Farleigh School

READING 8 Crosfields School 9 Pangbourne College 10 Oratory School 11 Oratory Prep School

WINDSOR 16 St George’s School 17 Upton House School

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ALTON 22 Alton School

NEW MILTON 27 Ballard School

WOKINGHAM 14 Ludgrove 15 Luckley House School

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The Abbey Junior School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • GIRLS

Reading, RG2 7AR Headteacher: Ms Nicola Dick-Cleland Total pupils: 380

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The Abbey School SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • GIRLS

Reading, RG1 5DZ Headteacher: Ms Rachel Dent and Mrs Jan Cresswell Total pupils: 1050

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Bradfield College SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • WEEKLY • BOARDING • CO-ED

Bradfield, RG7 6AU Headteacher: Dr Chris Stevens Total pupils: 756

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Brockhurst NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • FLEXI • BOARDING • BOYS

Hermitage, RG18 9UL Headteacher: Mr David J W Fleming Total pupils: 156

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Cheam School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • FLEXI • BOARDING • CO-ED

Newbury, RG19 8LD Headteacher: Mr Martin Harris Total pupils: 248

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Claires Court Nursery, Girls and Sixth Form NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • GIRLS

Maidenhead, SL6 6AW Headteacher Nursery: Sheena Wilding Headteacher Junior Girls: Leanne Barlow Headteacher Senior Girls: Margaret Heywood Headteacher Sixth Form: Stephanie Rogers Total pupils: 442

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Claires Court Junior Boys PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • BOYS

Maidenhead, SL6 3QE Headteacher: Mr Dean Richards Total pupils: 223

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Claires Court Senior Boys SENIOR • DAY • BOYS

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • FLEXI • BOARDING • CO-ED

Ascot, SL5 9JU Headteacher: Miss Victoria Smit Total pupils: 198

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Heathfield School

SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • BOARDING • GIRLS

Ascot, SL5 8BQ Headteacher: Mrs Marina Gardiner Legge Total pupils: 190

Hemdean House School

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • GIRLS • CO-ED

Reading, RG4 7SD Headteacher: Helen Chalmers Total pupils: 147

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Herries

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Highfield Prep School

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • GIRLS

Maidenhead, SL6 1PD Headteacher: Joanna Leach Total pupils: 159

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Holme Grange School

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Wokingham, RG40 3AL Headteacher: Mrs Claire Robinson Total pupils: 324

Dolphin School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Hurst, RG10 0FR Headteacher: Mr Tom Lewis Total pupils: 208

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Downe House SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • BOARDING • GIRLS

Thatcham, RG18 9JJ Headteacher: Mrs E McKendrick Total pupils: 574

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Eagle House School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • WEEKLY • FLEXI • BOARDING • CO-ED

Sandhurst, GU47 8PH Headteacher: Mr A P N Barnard Total pupils: 390

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Elstree School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • FLEXI • BOARDING • BOYS

Reading, RG7 5TD Headteacher: Mr Sid Inglis Total pupils: 258

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Eton College SENIOR • 6TH FORM • BOARDING • BOYS

Windsor, SL4 6DW Headteacher: Mr S Henderson Total pupils: 1313

etoncollege.com

Eton End School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • GIRLS • BOYS

Datchet, SL3 9AX Headteacher: Mrs Sarah Stokes Total pupils: 185

etonend.org

independentschoolparent.com

“Full Marks for Pastoral Care”

Good Schools Guide

holmegrange.org

Horris Hill

PREP • DAY • BOARDING • BOYS

Newbury, RG20 9DJ Headteacher: Mr Giles Tollit Total pupils: 114

horrishill.com

Lambrook

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • WEEKLY • BOARDING • CO-ED

Nr Ascot, RG42 6LU Headteacher: Mr Jonathan Perry Total pupils: 521

For more information please visit our website or call 01428 728000 www.highfieldschool.org.uk | Liphook, Hampshire GU30 7LQ

lambrook.berks.sch.uk

Leighton Park School

SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • WEEKLY • FLEXI • BOARDING • CO-ED

Luckley House School

crosfields.com

ISI 2014

herries.org.uk

Crosfields School Reading, RG2 9BL Headteacher: Craig Watson Total pupils: 537

“A First-Rate Education”

Dean, SL6 9BD Headteacher: Ms Fiona Long Total pupils: 101

Reading, RG2 7ED Headteacher: Mr Nigel Williams Total pupils: 473

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Prep School Day & Boarding 8 -13 Years | Pre-Prep & Nursery 3 - 7 Years

heathfieldschool.net

Maidenhead, SL6 8TE Headteacher: Mr John Rayer Total pupils: 318

clairescourt.com

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HawleyHurst

leightonpark.com

SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • WEEKLY • FLEXI • BOARDING • CO-ED

Wokingham, RG40 3EU Headteacher: Mrs Jane Tudor Total pupils: 230

luckleyhouseschool.org

Ludgrove School PREP • BOARDING • BOYS

Wokingham, RG40 3AB Headteacher: Mr Simon Barber Total pupils: 188

ludgrove.net

LVS Ascot

PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • WEEKLY • BOARDING • CO-ED

Ascot, SL5 8DR Headteacher: Mrs Christine Cunniffe Total pupils: 889

lvs.ascot.sch.uk

The Marist School

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • GIRLS

Ascot, SL5 7PS Headteacher: Mr Karl McCloskey Total pupils: 521

themaristschools.com

Marlston House School

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • FLEXI • BOARDING• GIRLS

Hermitage, RG18 9UL Headteacher: Mrs Caroline Riley Total pupils: 178

OPEN

DAYS

Friday Saturd 21st & ay Septem 22nd ber

brockmarl.org.uk

Oratory Prep School

PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • WEEKLY • FLEXI • BOARDING • CO-ED

Reading, RG8 7SF Headteacher: Mr Rob Stewart Total pupils: 410

oratoryprep.co.uk

Getting the Best out of Boys To attend an Open Day please contact

The Oratory School

pa.registrar@moulsford.com • 01491 651438

Reading, RG8 0PJ Headteacher: Mr J. J. Smith Total pupils: 366

Moulsford Preparatory School, Moulsford-on-Thames, Oxon, OX10 9HR

PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • BOARDING • BOYS

oratory.co.uk

Independent day and boarding school for boys aged 4-13 • www.moulsford.com

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A first class British education from start to finish • A renowned British day and boarding school • All-through school from 4 to 18 years old • Effective English language teaching programme • Located close to London, Windsor and just 20 minutes from Heathrow • Track record of excellent examination results Come and have a look around, book your place at lvs.ascot.sch.uk/open-days or call 01344 882770

OPEN MORNING

Saturday 6th October, 10am - 12noon To book a visit please contact registrar@horrishill.com

• The gold standard in boys’ preparatory education • Excellent top senior school entry and scholarship track record • Wonderful rural setting with easy access to M4/London • Outstanding academic reputation • Huge breadth of co-curricular opportunities

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Berkshire - Buckinghamshire Padworth College

St Mary’s School, Ascot

SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • WEEKLY • BOARDING • CO-ED

SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • BOARDING • GIRLS

Reading, RG7 4NR Headteacher: Mr John Aguilar Total pupils: 104

Ascot, SL5 9JF Headteacher: Mrs Mary Breen Total pupils: 385

Pangbourne College

St Piran’s

SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • FLEXI • BOARDING • CO-ED

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Reading, RG8 8LA Headteacher: Mr Thomas Garnier Total pupils: 404

Maidenhead, SL6 7LZ Headteacher: Mr Jonathan Carroll Total pupils: 398

Papplewick

Sunningdale School

PREP • DAY • WEEKLY • BOARDING • BOYS

Ascot, SL5 7LH Headteacher: Mr T W Bunbury Total pupils: 199

Sunningdale, SL5 9PY Headteacher: Mr T A C N Dawson Total pupils: 105

Queen Anne’s

Upton House School

SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • WEEKLY • FLEXI • BOARDING •

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • GIRLS • CO-ED

GIRLS

Windsor, SL4 3DF Headteacher: Rhian Thornton Total pupils: 265

padworth.com

pangbourne.com

papplewick.org.uk

Caversham, RG4 6DX Headteacher: Mrs J Harrington Total pupils: 443

qas.org.uk

Queensmead School Windsor NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • GIRLS • CO-ED

Windsor, SL4 2AX Headteachers: Mr Simon Larter and Mrs Dawn Fleming Total pupils: 120

queensmeadwindsor.org.uk

sunningdaleschool.co.uk

uptonhouse.org.uk

The Village Montessori Nursery NURSERY • PRE-PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Bradfield, RG7 6HW Headteacher: Ms Jacqueline Maclean Total pupils: 36

montessorinursery.org.uk

Waverley School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • BOYS • CO-ED

Sonning-on-Thames, RG4 6SU Headteacher: Jesse Elzinga Total pupils: 740

Wellington College

rbcs.org.uk

Reddam House NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • CO-ED

Winnersh, RG41 5BG Headteacher: Mrs T.A.M. Howard Total pupils: 302

reddamhouse.org.uk

St Andrew’s Pangbourne NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • WEEKLY • FLEXI • CO-ED

Reading, RG8 8QA Headteacher: Mr Jonathan Bartlett Total pupils: 272

standrewspangbourne.co.uk

St Bernard’s Prep School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Slough, SL1 1TB Headteacher: Mr Nathan Cheesman Total pupils: 270

stbernardsprep.org

St Edward’s Prep School PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • BOYS

Reading, RG30 2JH Headteacher: Stuart Morgan-Nash Total pupils: 126

stedwardsprep.com

St Gabriel’s NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • GIRLS

Newbury, RG20 9BD Headteacher: Mr Ricki Smith Total pupils: 437

stgabriels.co.uk

St George’s School SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • WEEKLY • BOARDING • GIRLS

Ascot, SL5 7DZ Headteacher: Mrs Liz Hewer Total pupils: 269

stgeorges-ascot.org.uk

St George’s School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • WEEKLY • FLEXI • BOARDING • CO-ED

Windsor, SL4 1QF Headteacher: Roger Jones Total pupils: 355

stgwindsor.org

St John’s Beaumont NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • WEEKLY • BOARDING • BOYS

Old Windsor, SL4 2JN Headteacher: Mr G E F Delaney Total pupils: 310

sjbwindsor.uk

St Joseph’s College NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • CO-ED

Reading, RG1 5JT Headteacher: Mr Andrew Colpus Headteacher: Prep Mark Bushby Total pupils: 442

sjcr.org.uk

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Ludgrove

stpirans.co.uk

Wokingham, RG40 4YD Headteacher: Guy Shore Total pupils: 210

Reading Blue Coat School

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st-marys-ascot.co.uk

waverleyschool.org.uk

• 100% full boarding boys’ prep school • Glorious rural setting, with easy access to London • Excellent academic record • Fortnightly exeat weekends • Bursaries available

SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • BOARDING • CO-ED

Crowthorne, RG45 7PU Headteacher: Mr Julian Thomas Total pupils: 1045

wellingtoncollege.org.uk

Buckinghamshire Akeley Wood School Junior

Ludgrove, Wokingham, Berks RG40 3AB · 0118 978 9881 registrar@ludgroveschool.co.uk · www.ludgrove.net

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Buckingham, MK19 6DA Headteacher: Mrs Clare Page Total pupils: 286

akeleywoodschool.co.uk

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Akeley Wood School Senior (11-13 years) SENIOR • DAY • CO-ED

Buckingham, MK18 5AN Headteacher: Mr Simon Antwis Total pupils: 565

akeleywoodschool.co.uk

Akeley Wood School Senior (13-18 years)

Coeducational Day & Boarding School for Pupils Aged 11-18

SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • CO-ED

Buckingham, MK18 5AE Headteacher: Mr Simon Antwis

akeleywoodschool.co.uk

Ashfold Preparatory School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • WEEKLY • FLEXI • BOARDING • CO-ED

Aylesbury, HP18 9NG Headteacher: Mr M O M Chitty Total pupils: 272

ashfoldschool.co.uk

The Beacon NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • BOYS

Amersham, HP6 5PF Headteacher: William Phelps Total pupils: 508

beaconschool.co.uk

Broughton Manor Preparatory School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Milton Keynes, MK10 9AA Headteacher: Mr James Canwell Total pupils: 350

bmprep.co.uk

Caldicott Prep School

Luckley House School offers an exciting alternative to the London Day School. Transport available from the West London area for weekly boarders.

PREP • DAY • BOARDING • BOYS

Slough, SL2 3SL Acting Head: Mr Jeremy Banks Total pupils: 285

caldicott.com

The Chalfonts Independent Grammar School SENIOR • BOARDING • CO-ED

Gorelands Lane, HP8 4AD Headteacher: Mr David Shandley

thechalfontsgrammar.co.uk

OPEN MORNING - SATURDAY 29 SEPTEMBER 2018, 9AM

Book online at: www.luckleyhouseschool.org Luckley House School, Wokingham, Berkshire T: 0118 978 4175

E: Registrar@luckleyhouseschool.org

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ST GEORGE’S SCHOOL WINDSOR CASTLE Day and boarding school for girls and boys aged 3-13 St George’s provides a happy, caring and inspiring environment with an ambitious academic curriculum, excellent pastoral care and a rich breadth of opportunities for every pupil. “The quality of pupils’ academic and other achievements is excellent” ISI Report

Join us at our

OPEN MORNINGS Lower School (age 3-7) 21 September 2018 Upper School (age 8-13) 5 October 2018 Whole School 15 March 2019

01753 865553 www.stgwindsor.org/isp Co-educational boarding and day 3–13 Years

Cheam School, Headley, Newbury, Berkshire, RG19 8LD registrar@cheamschool.co.uk +44 (0)1635 268242 www.cheamschool.com @cheamschool

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Buckinghamshire - Hampshire Chesham Preparatory School

Swanbourne House School

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • WEEKLY • FLEXI •

Chesham, HP5 3QF Headteacher: Mr Jonathan Beale Total pupils: 402

cheshamprep.co.uk

Dair House School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Farnham Royal, SL2 3BY Headteacher: Mr Terence Wintle Total pupils: 124

dairhouse.co.uk

Davenies Day Preparatory School PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • BOYS

Beaconsfield, HP9 1AA Headteacher: Mr C Rycroft Total pupils: 333

davenies.co.uk

Gateway School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Great Missenden, HP16 9AA Headteacher: Mrs Sue La Farge Total pupils: 329

gatewayschool-bucks.co.uk

Gayhurst School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Gerrards Cross, SL9 8RJ Headteacher: Mr G R A Davies Total pupils: 352

gayhurstschool.co.uk

Godstowe Preparatory School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • BOARDING • GIRLS

High Wycombe, HP13 6PR Headteacher: Ms Sophie Green Total pupils: 434

godstowe.org

Griffin House Schooll NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Aylesbury, HP 17 0XP Headteacher: Mr Tim Walford Total pupils: 112

griffinhouseschool.co.uk

The Grove Independent School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Milton Keynes, MK17 0HZ Headteacher: Mr Simon Hitchings Total pupils: 370

swanbourne.org

Thornton College NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • DAY • WEEKLY • FLEXI • BOARDING • GIRLS

Milton Keynes, MK17 0HJ Headteacher: Mrs Jo Storey Total pupils: 383

thorntoncollege.com

Thorpe House School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • DAY • BOYS

Gerrards Cross, SL9 8QA Headteacher: Mr Terence Ayres Total pupils: 296

thorpehouse.co.uk

Walton Pre-Prep School and Nursery NURSERY • PRE-PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Milton Keynes, MK7 6BB Headteacher: Mrs Chantelle McLaughlan Total pupils: 150

waltonpps.co.uk

The Webber Independent School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • CO-ED

Milton Keynes, MK14 6DP Headteacher: Mrs Hilary Marsden Total pupils: 146

webberindependentschool.com

Wycombe Abbey SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • BOARDING • GIRLS

High Wycombe, HP11 1PE Headteacher: Mrs Rhiannon Wilkinson Total pupils: 552

wycombeabbey.com

Hampshire Alton School

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM• DAY • CO-ED

Milton Keynes, MK5 8HD Headteacher: Mrs Deborah Berkin Total pupils: 242

Alton, GU34 2NG Headteacher: Mr Graham Maher Total pupils: 486

Heatherton School

Ballard School

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • GIRLS

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • DAY • CO-ED

groveindependentschool.co.uk

altonschool.co.uk

Amersham, HP6 5QB Headteacher: Debbie Isaachsen Total pupils: 146

New Milton, BH25 5SU Headteacher: Andrew McCleave Total pupils: 488

High March School

Bedales School - Dunannie

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • GIRLS

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

berkhamstedschool.org

ballardschool.co.uk

Beaconsfield, HP9 2PZ Headteacher: Mrs Sue Clifford Total pupils: 306

Petersfield, GU32 2DP Headteacher: Victoria Homewood Total pupils: 91

Maltman’s Green School

Bedales School - Dunhurst

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • GIRLS

PREP • DAY • FLEXI • BOARDING • CO-ED

highmarch.co.uk

bedales.org.uk

Gerrards Cross, SL9 8RR Headteacher: Mrs J R Pardon Total pupils: 425

Petersfield, GU32 2DR Headteacher: Mr Colin Baty Total pupils: 189

Milton Keynes Prep School

Bedales School

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • BOARDING • CO-ED

maltmansgreen.com

bedales.org.uk

Milton Keynes, MK3 7EG Headteacher: Mr S Driver and Mr C Bates Total pupils: 450

Petersfield, GU32 2DG Headteacher: Magnus Bashaarat Total pupils: 455

Pipers Corner School

Boundary Oak School

PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • GIRLS

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • WEEKLY •

mkprep.co.uk

High Wycombe, HP15 6LP Headteacher: Mrs Helen Ness-Gifford Total pupils: 525

piperscorner.co.uk

St Mary’s School

bedales.org.uk

BOARDING • CO-ED

Fareham, PO17 5BL Headteacher: Mr James Polansky Total pupils: 113

boundaryoak.co.uk

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY •

Brockwood Park School

GIRLS

SENIOR • DAY • BOARDING • CO-ED

Gerrards Cross, SL9 8JQ Headteacher: Mrs Jean Ross Total pupils: 276

Bramdean, SO24 0LQ Headteacher: Alex Massie Total pupils: 90

stmarysschool.co.uk

brockwood.org.uk

St Teresa’s School

Churcher’s College Junior School

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Princes Risborough, HP27 0JW Headteacher: Jane Draper and Yasmin Roberts Total pupils: 150

Liphook, GU30 7HT Headteacher: Ffion Robinson Total pupils: 230

st-teresas.bucks.sch.uk

churcherscollege.com

Stowe School

Churcher’s College

SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • BOARDING • CO-ED

SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • CO-ED

Stowe, MK18 5EH Headteacher: Dr A Wallersteiner Total pupils: 768

stowe.co.uk

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BOARDING • CO-ED

independentschoolparent.com

Petersfield, GU31 4AS Headteacher: Mr Simon Williams Total pupils: 1065

churcherscollege.com

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OPEN DAYS Pl e a s ec o nt a c tu sf o rd e t a i l s o no u ru p c o mi ngOp e nDa y s : 2 9 t hS e p t e mb e r , 1 6 t hMa r c h , 1 1 t hMa y

“ Br o c k wo o dh a s b e e nap i o n e e ri nBr i t i s h e d u c a t i o ni ns oma n ywa y s , n o tt h el e a s t i ni t s u s eo f s t i l l n e s s o rmi n d f u l n e s s ” S i rAnt honyS e l don

Queen Anne’s School An independent boarding and day school for girls aged 11-18

The right choice for your daughter’s future Open Mornings Friday 16 November Friday 8 March

‘Excellent’ Independent Schools Inspectorate 2017

Saturday 11 May BOOK ONLINE NOW www.qas.org.uk/bookanevent Queen Anne’s School, Henley Road, Caversham, Berkshire, RG4 6DX T: +44(0)118 918 7300 E: www.qas.org.uk

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Daneshill School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Hook, RG27 0AR Headteacher: Mr David Griffiths Total pupils: 271

daneshillprepschool.com

Ditcham Park School PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • CO-ED

Petersfield, GU31 5RN Headteacher: Mr G Spawforth Total pupils: 347

ditchampark.com

Durlston Court Preparatory School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

New Milton, BH25 7AQ Headteacher: Mr Richard May Total pupils: 311

durlstoncourt.co.uk

Farleigh School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • FLEXI • BOARDING • CO-ED

Andover, SP11 7PW Headteacher: Fr Simon Everson Total pupils: 429

farleighschool.com

Farnborough Hill SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • GIRLS

Farnborough, GU14 8AT Headteacher: Mrs Alexandra Neil Total pupils: 560

farnborough-hill.org.uk

Forres Sandle Manor PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • WEEKLY • FLEXI • BOARDING • CO-ED

Fordingbridge, SP6 1NS Headteacher: Mr Mark Hartley Total pupils: 222

fsmschool.com

The Gregg School SENIOR • DAY • CO-ED

Southampton, SO18 2GF Headteacher: Mrs S Sellers Total pupils: 300

thegreggschool.org

Hampshire Collegiate School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • WEEKLY • FLEXI • BOARDING • CO-ED

Romsey, SO51 6ZE Headteacher: Mr Cliff Canning Total pupils: 499

hampshirecs.org.uk

Highfield and Brookham NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • BOARDING • CO-ED

Liphook, GU30 7LQ Headteacher: Mr Phillip Evitt and Mrs Sophie Baber Total pupils: 481

highfieldschool.org.uk

King Edward VI School SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • CO-ED

Southampton, SO15 5UQ Headteacher: Mr Julian Thould Total pupils: 979

kes.hants.sch.uk

Lord Wandsworth College SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • WEEKLY • FLEXI • BOARDING • CO-ED

Hook, RG29 1TB Headteacher: Mr Adam Williams Total pupils: 540

lordwandsworth.org

Mayville High School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • DAY • CO-ED

Southsea, PO5 2PE Headteacher: Mrs Rebecca Parkyn Total pupils: 457

mayvillehighschool.com

Moyles Court School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • DAY • WEEKLY • BOARDING • CO-ED

Ringwood, BH24 3NF Headteacher: Mr Richard Milner-Smith Total pupils: 237

moylescourt.co.uk

The Pilgrims’ School PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • WEEKLY • BOARDING • BOYS

Winchester, SO23 9LT Headteacher: Mr Tom Burden Total pupils: 155

thepilgrims-school.co.uk

The Portsmouth Grammar School

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • GIRLS

Southsea, PO5 3ES Headteacher: Mr Paul Marshallsay Total pupils: 110

portsmouthhigh.co.uk

Portsmouth High School Senior and Sixth Form Southsea, PO5 3EQ Headteacher: Mrs Jane Prescott Total pupils: 350

portsmouthhigh.co.uk

Prince’s Mead School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Winchester, SO21 1AN Headteacher: Miss P Kirk Total pupils: 272

princesmeadschool.org.uk

Rookwood School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • DAY • WEEKLY • FLEXI • BOARDING • CO-ED

Andover, SP10 3AL Headteacher: Mr A Kirk-Burgess Total pupils: 314

rookwood.hants.sch.uk

Sherfield School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY •

Hook, RG27 0HU Acting head is Christopher James-Roll Total pupils: 436

sherfieldschool.co.uk

St John’s College NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • BOARDING • CO-ED

Southsea, PO5 3QW Headteacher: Mr Tim Bayley Total pupils: 457

stjohnscollege.co.uk

St Neot’s Preparatory School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • WEEKLY • FLEXI • CO-ED

Hook, RG27 0PN Headteacher: stneotsprep.co.uk Total pupils: 308

st-neots-prep.co.uk

Open Day - Friday 12 October 9.30am - 12pm Co-educational Catholic school with Nursery, Prep, Senior and Sixth Form. Alton School, Anstey Lane, Alton, Hants, GU34 2NG.

Tel. 01420 82070

St Nicholas’ School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • DAY • GIRLS • CO-ED

Unique Prep School for girls aged 2-11

Fleet, GU52 0RF Headteacher: Dr Owen Wright Total pupils: 410

st-nicholas.hants.sch.uk

St Swithun’s School PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • WEEKLY • BOARDING • GIRLS • CO-ED

Winchester, SO21 1HA Headteacher: Ms Jane Gandee Total pupils: 510

stswithuns.com

Salesian College SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • BOYS • CO-ED

Farnborough, GU14 6PA Headteacher: Mr Gerard Owens Total pupils: 642

salesian.hants.sch.uk

Seedlings Montessori NURSERY • PRE-PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Southampton, SO18 5RJ

seedlingsmontessori.co.uk

Sherborne House School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Chandler’s Ford, S053 1EU Headteacher: Mrs Heather Hopson-Hill Total pupils: 297

sherbornehouse.co.uk

Open Morning Friday 12 October 2018 10am - 12noon Booking encouraged

Excellence with a sense of f�n

Stroud School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Romsey, SO51 9ZH Headteacher: Mr Joel Worrall Total pupils: 342

stroud-kes.org.uk

Twyford School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • WEEKLY • FLEXI • BOARDING • CO-ED

Winchester, SO21 1NW Headteacher: Dr Steve Bailey Total pupils: 408

twyfordschool.com

Walhampton NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • BOARDING • CO-ED

independentschoolparent.com

Visit www.altonschool.co.uk to register

FLEXI • BOARDING • CO-ED

CO-ED

pgs.org.uk

Inspiring intellectually brave, morally sound and confident young people

SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • GIRLS

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY •

Portsmouth, PO1 2LN Headteacher: Dr Anne Cotton Total pupils: 1,116

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Portsmouth High Nursery and Junior School

Lymington, SO41 5ZG Headteacher: Mr Titus Mills Total pupils: 333

walhampton.com

Pre-School • Pre-Prep • Prep Complimentary Stay & Play taster sessions for 1-3 year olds available

01753 883022 | www.maltmansgreen.com | Gerrards Cross

SOUTH

CONTEMPORARY CATHOLIC CO-EDUCATIONAL 3-13

Open Morning Saturday 22nd September 2018

www.farleighschool.com Red Rice, Andover, Hampshire, SP11 7PW REGISTERED CHARITY NO. 1157842

admissions@stgeorges-ascot.org.uk www.stgeorges-ascot.org.uk 01344 629959

ST GEORGEâ€™S ASCOT Saturday 6 October 2018, 10.30am Independent boarding and day school for girls aged 11-18. Private transport available for day girls and weekly transport service to and from Central London for London boarders.

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Hampshire - Oxfordshire West Hill Park NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • WEEKLY • FLEXI • BOARDING • CO-ED

Titchfield, PO14 4BS Headteacher: Mr Alastair Ramsay Total pupils: 262

westhillpark.com

Winchester College

SENIOR • 6TH FORM • BOARDING • BOYS

Winchester, SO23 9NA Headteacher: Dr Timothy Hands Total pupils: 678

winchestercollege.org

Wykeham House School

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • DAY • GIRLS

Fareham, PO16 0BW Headteacher: Mrs Jan Caddy Total pupils: 153

wykehamhouse.com

Yateley Manor

6TH FORM • DAY • CO-ED

Oxford, OX1 1BP Headteacher: Mr Christopher Upton Total pupils: 300

greenes.org.uk

Headington Preparatory School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • WEEKLY • FLEXI • BOARDING • GIRLS

Oxford, OX3 7PB Headteacher: Mrs Jane Crouch Total pupils: 280

headington.org

Headington School

SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • WEEKLY • BOARDING • GIRLS

Oxford, OX3 7TD Headteacher: Mrs Caroline Jordan Total pupils: 805

headington.org

Kingham Hill School

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • WEEKLY • FLEXI • BOARDING • CO-ED

Yateley, GU46 7UQ Headteacher: Robert Upton Total pupils: 394

Chipping Norton, OX7 6TH Headteacher: Mr Nick Seward Total pupils: 289

Oxfordshire

Magdalen College School

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Abingdon Prep

PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • BOYS

Frilford, OX13 5NX Headteacher: Mr Craig Williams Total pupils: 252

abingdon.org.uk/prep

Abingdon

SENIOR • DAY • BOARDING • BOYS

Abingdon, OX14 1DE Headteacher: Mr Michael Windsor Total pupils: 961

abingdon.org.uk

Bloxham School

SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • WEEKLY • FLEXI • BOARDING • CO-ED

Banbury, OX15 4PE Headteacher: Mr Paul Sanderson Total pupils: 399

bloxhamschool.com

Bruern Abbey School

PREP • DAY • WEEKLY • FLEXI • BOARDING • BOYS

Chesterton, OX26 1UY Headteacher: Mr John Floyd Total pupils: 112

bruernabbey.org

Carrdus School

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • BOYS • GIRLS

Banbury, OX17 2BS Headteacher: Mr Edward Way Total pupils: 118

carrdusschool.co.uk

PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • BOYS

Oxford, OX4 1DZ Headteacher Junior: Tim Skipworth Headteacher Senior: Miss Helen Pike Total pupils: 902

mcsoxford.org

The Manor Preparatory School

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • GIRLS • BOYS • CO-ED

Abingdon, OX13 6LN Headteacher: Mr Alastair Thomas Total pupils: 383

www.manorprep.org

Moulsford Preparatory School

PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • WEEKLY • FLEXI • BOARDING • BOYS

Moulsford, OX10 9HR Headteacher: Mr Ben Beardmore-Gray Total pupils: 335

moulsford.com

New College School PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • BOYS

Oxford, OX1 3UA Headteacher: Mr Robert Gullifer Total pupils: 160

Our Lady’s Abingdon Junior School Abingdon, OX14 2HB Headteacher: Erika Kirwan Total pupils: 129

Christ Church Cathedral School

Oxford High School

cccs.org.uk

Cokethorpe School

PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • CO-ED

Witney, OX29 7PU Headteacher: Mr D J Ettinger Total pupils: 659

cokethorpe.org.uk

Cothill House PREP • BOARDING • BOYS

Abingdon, OX13 6JL Headteacher: Mr Duncan Bailey Total pupils: 193

cothill.net

Cranford House

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • DAY • CO-ED

Wallingford, OX10 9HT Headteacher: Dr James Raymond Total pupils: 375

cranfordhouse.net

d’Overbroeck’s

SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • BOARDING • CO-ED

olab.org.uk

Oxford, OX2 6XA Headteacher: Dr Philip Hills Total pupils: 893

Oxford Tutorial College 6TH FORM • DAY • CO-ED

Oxford, OX1 4HT Headteacher: Mr Mark Love

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Radley College

SENIOR • 6TH FORM • BOARDING • BOYS

Abingdon, OX14 2HR Warden: Mr John Moule Total pupils: 687

radley.org.uk

CMY

Rupert House

PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • GIRLS • CO-ED

Henley-on-Thames, RG9 2BN Headteacher: Mrs Clare Lynas Total pupils: 208

ruperthouse.org

Rye St Antony

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • WEEKLY • FLEXI • BOARDING • GIRLS • CO-ED

St Clare’s, Oxford

Oxford, OX2 6SS Headteacher: Dr Crispin Hyde-Dunn Total pupils: 813

Oxford, OX2 7AL Headteacher: Andrew Rattue Total pupils: 274

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Dragon School

dragonschool.org

Wednesday 10th October 2018 9:00am – 11:00am Saturday 13th October 2018 9:30am – 12 Midday

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • GIRLS

Oxford, OX3 0BY Headteacher: Sarah Ryan Total pupils: 326

PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • BOARDING • CO-ED

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SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • CO-ED

Oxford, OX2 7PL Headteacher: Mrs Emma-Kate Henry Total pupils: 500

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olab.org.uk

Abingdon, OX14 3PS Headteacher: Mr Stephen Oliver Total pupils: 470

Oxford, OX1 1QW Headteacher: Mr Richard Murray Total pupils: 157

#teamcheshamprep

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Oxford, OX1 5ND Headteacher: Christine Cook Total pupils: 494

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • BOYS

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newcollegeschool.org

Our Lady’s Abingdon Senior School

chandlings.org.uk

EXPERIENCE MORE

kinghamhill.org.uk

Chandlings

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SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • BOARDING • CO-ED

stclares.ac.uk

WE ARE ADVENTUROUS

We are Chesham Prep Superb results at 11+ and 13+ T 01494 782619 registrar@cheshamprep.co.uk www.cheshamprep.co.uk Chesham, Bucks HP5 3QF

Chesham Preparatory School Independent education for boys and girls aged 3 to 13

SOUTH

WHAT COULD OUR FUTURES HOLD? SENIOR SCHOOL

SIXTH FORM PREP SCHOOL

NURSERY

WHOLE SCHOOL OPEN MORNING Saturday 6th October 10.00 am - 12.30 pm Book your place today at

www.headington.org

“Excellent & Outstanding” (ISI & OFSTED)

Ballard School Ltd exists for the education of children. Registered Charity No. 307328

Award-Winning Co-Educational Day School for ages 2-16, serving Hampshire & Dorset

“You are not just a number...”

01425 626900

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Oxfordshire - Brackley St Edward’s Oxford

Summer Fields

Oxford, OX2 7NN Warden: Mr Stephen Jones Total pupils: 662

Oxford, OX2 7EN Headteacher: Mr David Faber Total pupils: 240

St Helen and St Katharine

Tudor Hall

Abingdon, OX14 1BE Headteacher: Mrs Rebecca Dougall Total pupils: 715

Banbury, OX16 9UR Headteacher: Miss W Griffiths Total pupils: 335

St Hugh’s

Windrush Valley School

SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • BOARDING • CO-ED

stedwardsoxford.org

PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • GIRLS

shsk.org.uk

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • WEEKLY • FLEXI • BOARDING • CO-ED

Faringdon, SN7 8PT Headteacher: Mr A J P Nott Total pupils: 330

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St John’s Priory School

PREP • DAY • BOARDING • BOYS

summerfields.com

SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • BOARDING • GIRLS

tudorhallschool.com

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Ascott-under-Wychwood, OX7 6AN Headteacher: Mr A Wood Total pupils: 109

windrushvalleyschool.co.uk

Wychwood School

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • WEEKLY • FLEXI • BOARDING • GIRLS

Banbury, OX16 5HX Headteacher: Mrs Tracey Wilson Total pupils: 93

Oxford, OX2 6JR Headteacher: Mrs Andrea Johnson Total pupils: 110

Shiplake College

Brackley

stjohnspriory.co.uk

SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • WEEKLY • BOARDING • BOYS • CO-ED

Henley-on-Thames, RG9 4BW Headteacher: Mr Gregg Davies Total pupils: 421

shiplake.org.uk

Sibford School

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • WEEKLY • FLEXI • BOARDING • CO-ED

Banbury, OX15 5QL Headteacher: Toby Spence Total pupils: 419

sibfordschool.co.uk

wychwoodschool.org

Winchester House School

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • BOARDING • CO-ED

Brackley, NN13 7AZ Headteacher: Mrs Emma Goldsmith Total pupils: 325

winchester-house.org

500 pupils (boys aged 11-18 and girls aged 16-18) Full, weekly and flexi boarding to suit your needs Weekly West London bus route available New Sixth Form Centre and Boathouse Coming Soon

Open Mornings

Saturday 22 September, 9.15am (Whole School) Saturday 6 October, 9.15am (Sixth Form) Book your attendance at

www.shiplake.org.uk/opendays

Leading HMC Co-educational Boarding and Day School for children aged 11 – 18

Next College Open Morning: 22 September 2018, 9.00am – 12.00pm

Year 7 – 8 Open Morning: 13 October 2018, 9.00am – 12.00pm Please contact the Admissions Office on 0118 976 7415, or email registrar@pangbourne.com

Pangbourne College Pangbourne Reading Berkshire RG8 8LA Tel: 0118 984 2101 pangbourne.com

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Students thrive at St John’s College An independent day and boarding school for girls and boys aged 2-18.

Come and see our School in action! info@stjohnscollege.co.uk | @SJCSouthsea

Grove Road South, Southsea, Hampshire, PO5 3QW

A leading independent senior school for weekly and full boarders and day girls (11–18)

Open Days

Friday 14 September 2018 at 1.45pm Friday 8 February 2019 at 1.45pm Wednesday 13 March 2019 at 1.45pm

Please contact us to book your visit: www.stswithuns.com | 01962 835700

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An independent boarding school for girls aged 11-18 Open Days 2018-2019: 24 Nov 19 Jan 23 Mar 27 Apr 15 Jun Email registrar@downehouse.net to arrange a visit

“Pupils approach their academic and other challenges spiritedly and with a sense of adventure” ISI Report 2017

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an adventure in educatiо Cold Ash, Thatcham, Berkshire RG18 9JJ T: 01635 204701 www.downehouse.net

SOUTH

Pre-Register online for our next Open Morning.

Independent Co-Educational Day School, set in 40 acres of woodland and parkland, in Berkshire. Now accepting registrations for Nursery, Reception and Year 7, September 2019

www.crosfields.com

extraordinary Come and see what Stowe has to offer at one of our Open Mornings! Mixes the erudite with the sporty and studious, with space reserved for the eclectic and maverick. Ideal for those keen to learn within and beyond the bounds of the classroom. Good Schools Guide

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We a Shap s, M s d Lifeâ€™s Pa s We a Mov s, i ators d Lifeâ€™s G e Ch g s We a WÂ b ; Educators, MÂivators d Futu C ators We would be delighted to welcome you for a personal tour, where you will have the opportunity to meet our Headmistress, speak with our teachers, and see our school in action. Scholarships Available*

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Former student, Sophie, now studies Molecular Biology at Royal Holloway.

AT WEBBER INDEPENDENT

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GCSEs: 92% A* - C in 2017

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A Levels: 100% secured their first choice university

Private day school for girls and boys aged 4 to 18.

South East

Bishop’s Stortford

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SOUTH EAST

HERTFORDSHIRE 4 Harpenden Hemel Hempstead

This map illustrates the location of some of our leading independent schools in this region. A directory of schools, listed by county, follows this page.

9 Hertford

St Albans

5 Hatfield Hadley Wood

11 12

Bushey Elstree

2 10 Rickmansworth

LONDON 30

Egham Thorpe

17 Chislehurst South 3233 Croydon 14 Bromley 26 51 Esher 31 Otford 20 52 27Cobham Epsom 46 Sutton Leatherhead Purley 49 Ripley 42 25 Caterham 22 Sevenoaks 53 Tadworth 43 Little Bookham Guildford 29 47 Reigate 38 39 40 41 SURREY Dorking 48 23 Tonbridge Godalming 37 Frensham 35 36 28 Cranleigh 34 24 Tonbridge Wells 44 Nr Godalming 45 61 Rudgwick Pease Pottage 50

Ramsgate 21

16 Canterbury 15

KENT 13 Ashford 18 Cranbrook 19

59 Horsham 56 Mayfield

WEST SUSSEX

60 Hurstpierpoint 62 Washington

57 Robertsbridge

EAST SUSSEX Upper Dicker

58 55 Brighton

Hertfordshire

BISHOP’S STORTFORD 1 Bishop’s Stortford College BUSHEY 2 St Margaret’s School ELSTREE 3 The Haberdashers’ Aske’s Boys’ School HARPENDEN 4 St Hilda’s School HATFIELD 5 Queenswood School HEMEL HEMPSTEAD 6 Lockers Park 7 Abbot’s Hill School HADLEY WOOD 8 Mount House School HERTFORD 9 Heath Mount School RICKMANSWORTH 10 The Royal Masonic School for Girls ST ALBANS 11 Beechwood Park School 12 St Albans High School for Girls

Kent

ASHFORD 13 Ashford School BROMLEY 14 Breaside Preparatory School

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CANTERBURY 15 Kent College 16 St Edmund’s School Canterbury CHISLEHURST 17 Farringtons School CRANBROOK 18 Bethany School 19 Marlborough House School OTFORD 20 St Michael’s Preparatory School RAMSGATE 21 St Lawrence College SEVENOAKS 22 Sevenoaks School TONBRIDGE 23 Tonbridge School TUNBRIDGE WELLS 24 Rose Hill School

Surrey

CATERHAM 25 Caterham School COBHAM 26 ACS Cobham International School 27 Feltonfleet School CRANLEIGH 28 Cranleigh School DORKING 29 Hurtwood House School

EGHAM 30 ACS Egham International School EPSOM 31 Kingswood House School ESHER 32 Claremont Fan Court School 33 Rowan Preparatory School FRENSHAM 34 Edgeborough School GODALMING 35 Aldro School 36 Prior’s Field School 37 St Hilary’s School GUILDFORD 38 Lanesborough School 39 Longacre School 40 Tormead School 41 St Catherine’s School, Bramley LEATHERHEAD 42 Downsend School LITTLE BOOKHAM 43 Manor House School NR GODALMING 44 Barrow Hills School 45 King Edward’s Witley PURLEY 46 Cumnor House School for Girls REIGATE 47 Micklefield School 48 Royal Alexandra & Albert School

RIPLEY 49 Ripley Court School RUDGWICK 50 Pennthorpe School SOUTH CROYDON 51 Cumnor House School for Boys SUTTON 52 Sutton High School TADWORTH 53 Chinthurst School THORPE 54 TASIS The American School in England

East Sussex

BRIGHTON 55 Roedean School MAYFIELD 56 Mayfield School ROBERTSBRIDGE 57 Vinehall School UPPER DICKER 58 Bede’s School

West Sussex

HORSHAM 59 Farlington School HURSTPIERPOINT 60 Hurst College PEASE POTTAGE 61 Cottesmore School WASHINGTON 62 Windlesham House School

ADVERTORIAL

A home away from home Cranleigh School, Surrey invites you find out more about boarding at its Introduction to Modern Boarding event in London

Introduction to Modern Boarding, Royal Society, London SW1 10th October 2018

WHAT IS MODERN BOARDING? To board or not to board is a big decision for any family to make. Although boarding environments can offer an excellent solution to the difficulties of juggling two demanding careers, working parents can still feel pressured to keep their children at home. The old image of bleak dormitories and cold showers still persists, but the traditional boarding environment is very much changed. Modern boarding is now all about choice and variety, with full, weekly and flexiboarding all on offer. Weekly boarding, where children go home with parents after matches on Saturdays, can offer a useful option to families juggling demanding careers. The decision over boarding should be one that families make together, visiting as many schools as possible to ensure the choice is right. The most important thing that boarding offers children is time. A parent’s decision to allow a son or daughter to spend so much time away can really only be justified by the fulfilment of their lives at school. Full boarding

gives greater time in the evenings and weekends for pupils to be involved in a wide range of interests with the aim of becoming more well-rounded characters. Boarding gives teachers the time to develop deeper trust and partnership, and boarders really make the most of their school day. Rather than being stuck in a car commuting to and from school, they’re out on the pitches, in the studios rehearsing, attending evening lectures from visiting speakers and hanging out with friends in the boarding house. Such a boarding experience will ensure that pupils leave as confident, independent, personable, adaptable and caring young people.

For those who are unsure as to what a dedicated boarding community might be like, Cranleigh School will host an introduction to Modern Boarding at the Royal Society in London on 10th October. The evening will feature talks from: Grace Moody Smith, Director of The Good Schools Guide Education Consultants; Jan Shilling, Education Consultant formerly with the Independent Schools Council; Neil Brooks, Headmaster of Cranleigh Prep School and Martin Reader, Headmaster of Cranleigh School and Chairman of the Boarding Schools’ Association. This event is open to parents and Prep Schools who are interested to know more about what boarding can offer, whether they are considering Cranleigh or another boarding school. The evening will commence at 6.30pm with drinks and bowl food, followed by some short presentations and a Q&A session. There will be an opportunity for more questions over drinks following the presentations, with an audience of parents, current boarding parents and pupils, Housemasters and Housemistresses. Tickets are free but booking via jrc@ cranleigh.org is essential.

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Hertfordshire Abbot’s Hill School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • DAY • GIRLS

Hemel Hempstead, HP3 8RP Headteacher: Mrs Elizabeth Thomas Total pupils: 443

abbotshill.herts.sch.uk

Aldenham School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • WEEKLY • FLEXI • BOARDING • CO-ED

Elstree, Nr Watford WD6 3AJ Headteacher: Mr James Fowler Total pupils: 737

aldenham.com

Aldwickbury School PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • BOARDING • BOYS

Harpenden, AL5 1AD Headteacher: Mr Vernon Hales Total pupils: 335

aldwickbury.org.uk

Beechwood Park NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • WEEKLY • FLEXI • BOARDING • CO-ED

St Albans, AL3 8AW Headteacher: Mr Edward Balfour Total pupils: 524

beechwoodpark.com

Berkhamsted Pre-Preparatory School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Berkhamsted, HP4 2SZ Headteacher: Ms K O’Connor Total pupils: 119

berkhamstedschool.org

Berkhamsted Preparatory School

Bishop’s Stortford, CM22 7UF Headteacher: Mrs Deborah Mills Total pupils: 176

PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • CO-ED

Bushey, WD23 4EB Headteacher: Mr Gary Griffin Total pupils: 477

Kingshott School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Lochinver House School PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • BOYS

Potters Bar, EN6 1LW Headteacher: Mr Ben Walker Total pupils: 349

lochinverhouse.com

Lockers Park PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • WEEKLY • FLEXI • BOARDING • BOYS

Hemel Hempstead, HP1 1TL Headteacher: Mr Christopher Wilson Total pupils: 151

lockerspark.herts.sch.uk

Lyonsdown School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

New Barnet, EN5 1SA Headteacher: Mr Christopher Hammond Total pupils: 197

lyonsdownschool.co.uk

Manor Lodge School

manorlodgeschool.com

Merchant Taylors’ Prep

• BOARDING • CO-ED

Bishop’s Stortford, CM23 2PJ Headteacher: Mr Jeremy Gladwin Total pupils: 1169

bishopsstortfordcollege.org

Charlotte House Prep School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • GIRLS

Rickmansworth, WD3 4DU Headteacher: Miss Penny Woodcock Total pupils: 138

charlottehouseprepschool.co.uk

Edge Grove NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • WEEKLY • FLEXI • BOARDING • CO-ED

Radlett, WD25 8NL Headteacher: Mr Ben Evans Total pupils: 400

edgegrove.com

Egerton Rothesay School PREP • SENIOR • DAY • CO-ED

Berkhamsted, HP4 3UJ Headteacher: Mr Colin Parker

eger-roth.co.uk

The Haberdashers’ Aske’s Boys’ School PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • BOYS

#SurreyGirlsSchool #SurreyGirlsSchool

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Berkhamsted School

PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • WEEKLY • FLEXI

Saturday 6 October 2018 at 10.00am

Hitchin, SG4 7JX Headteacher: Mr M Seymour Total pupils: 397

berkhamstedschool.org

Bishop’s Stortford College

Open Morning Open Morning Saturday 6 October 2018 at 10.00am

immanuelcollege.co.uk

Shenley, WD7 9BG Headteacher: Mr Gil Dunn Total pupils: 434

berkhamstedschool.org

GIRLS AGED 4 - 16 WITH CO-EDUCATIONAL NURSERY

Immanuel College

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Berkhamsted, HP4 2DJ Headteacher: Mr R P Backhouse Total pupils: 1680

GIRLS AGED 4INDEPENDENT - 16 WITH CO-EDUCATIONAL NURSERY A SELECTIVE DAY SCHOOL FOR

howegreenhouse.essex.sch.uk

Berkhamsted, HP4 3DW Headteacher: Mr Jamie Hornshaw Total pupils: 621

BOYS • GIRLS

A SELECTIVE INDEPENDENT DAY SCHOOL FOR

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

PREP • DAY • CO-ED

SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • WEEKLY • FLEXI • BOARDING •

“Unpressured (for the most part) and friendly, but this is no soft option ...the girls both work hard andand playfriendly, hard, with to match.” “Unpressured (for the most part) butresults this is no soft option Good Guide ...the girls both work The hard andSchools play hard, with results to match.” The Good Schools Guide

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • BOYS

Rickmansworth, WD3 1LW Headteacher: Dr Karen McNerney Total pupils: 350

AN INDIVIDUAL APPROACH TO ACADEMIC SUCCESS A N8506_ISM_99x129mm.pdf INDIVIDUAL APPRO H T O A C A D16:43 EMIC SUCCESS 1 A C22/06/2018

mtpn.org.uk

www.manorhouseschool.org | 01372 457077 | admissions@manorhouseschool.org

Mount House School SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • GIRLS

Hadley Wood, EN4 0NJ Headteacher: Mr Matthew Burke Total pupils: 191

mounthouse.org.uk

Princess Helena College SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • WEEKLY • FLEXI • BOARDING •

Independent excellence for boys and girls aged 3 to 13

GIRLS

Hitchin, SG4 7RT Headteacher: Mrs Sue Wallace-Woodroffe Total pupils: 182

princesshelenacollege.co.uk

Purcell School of Music SENIOR • 6TH FORM • BOARDING • CO-ED

Bushey, WD23 2TS Acting Headteacher: Dr Bernard Trafford Total pupils: 179

purcell-school.org

Queenswood School

SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • BOARDING • GIRLS

Hatfield, AL9 6NS Headteacher: Mrs J Cameron Total pupils: 438

queenswood.org

The Royal Masonic School for Girls

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • WEEKLY • FLEXI • BOARDING • GIRLS

Elstree, WD6 3AF Headteacher: Mr P B Hamilton Total pupils: 1162

Rickmansworth, WD3 4HF Headteacher: Mr Kevin Carson Total pupils: 964

habsboys.org.uk

royalmasonic.herts.sch.uk

Haberdashers’ Aske’s School for Girls

St Albans High School for Girls K Preparatory School

PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • GIRLS

PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • GIRLS

habsgirls.org.uk

stahs.org.uk

CMY

Elstree, WD6 3BT Headteacher: Miss Biddie O’Connor Total pupils: 1186

Wheathampstead, AL4 8DJ Headteacher: Mrs Jenny Brown Total pupils: 293

Haileybury

St Albans High School for Girls

SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • BOARDING • CO-ED

SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • GIRLS

haileybury.com

stahs.org.uk

Hertford, SG13 7NU Headteacher: Mr Martin Collier Total pupils: 770

St Albans, AL1 3SJ Headteacher: Mrs Jenny Brown Total pupils: 653

Heath Mount School

St Albans School

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • BOARDING • CO-ED

SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • BOYS • CO-ED

heathmount.org

st-albans.herts.sch.uk

Hertford, SG14 3NG Headteacher: Mr Chris Gillam Total pupils: 442

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St Albans, AL3 4HB Headteacher: Mr Jonathan Gillespie Total pupils: 825

Day & flexi-boarding in a stunning rural location 15 minutes from Harpenden, 20 minutes from St Albans

OPEN MORNINGS

19th October 2018, 15th February 2019, 24th May 2019

AL3 8AW

01582 840333

Excellent independent boarding and day school located in Letchworth Garden City Excellent independent boarding and day for girls aged 3 - 18 years school located in Letchworth Garden City for girls aged 3 - 18 years

Open Days 2018 October Saturday 6th 2018 Open Days th Friday 12 October Saturday 6thOctober Sixth Form Evening Friday 12th October th October Thursday 11Evening Sixth Form

Thursday 11th October

L E TC H W O R T H G A R D E N C I T Y P R E P A R ATO R Y - S E N I O R - S I X T H F O R M L E TC H W O R T H G A R D E N C I T Y

01462 670 511 admissions@st-francis.herts.sch.uk 01462 670 511 www.st-francis.herts.sch.uk admissions@st-francis.herts.sch.uk www.st-francis.herts.sch.uk

SOUTH EAST

Hertfordshire - Isle of Wight - Kent St Christopher School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • WEEKLY • BOARDING • CO-ED

Letchworth Garden City, SG6 3JZ Headteacher: Mr Richard Palmer Total pupils: 486

stchris.co.uk

St Columba’s College

WEEKLY • BOARDING • CO-ED

Ryde, PO33 3BE Headteacher: Mr M A Waldron Total pupils: 500

rydeschool.org.uk

Kent

St Edmund’s College & Prep School

PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • BOARDING •CO-ED

WEEKLY • BOARDING • CO-ED

Ware, SG11 1DS Headteacher: Paulo Duràn Total pupils: 811

stedmundscollege.org

St Francis’ College NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • BOARDING • GIRLS

Letchworth Garden City, SG6 3PJ Headteacher: Mrs Bronwen Goulding Total pupils: 423

st-francis.herts.sch.uk

St Hilda’s School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • GIRLS

Harpenden, AL5 2ES Headteacher: Mr Daniel Sayers Total pupils: 165

sthildasharpenden.co.uk

St Hilda’s School NURSERY • CO-ED • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • GIRLS

Bushey, WD23 3DA Headteacher: Miss Sarah Jane Styles Total pupils: 174

sthildasbushey.com

St Joseph’s In The Park School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Hertingfordbury, SG14 2LX Headteacher: Mr Douglas Brown Total pupils: 150

stjosephsinthepark.co.uk

St Margaret’s School PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • WEEKLY • FLEXI • BOARDING • GIRLS

Bushey, WD23 1DT Headteacher: Mrs Rose Hardy Total pupils: 433

stmargaretsbushey.co.uk

Sherrardswood School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • CO-ED

Welwyn, AL6 0BJ Headteacher: Mrs Anna Wright Total pupils: 284

sherrardswood.co.uk

Stanborough Primary and Nursery School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Watford, WD25 0DQ Headteacher: Mrs A Horwood Total pupils: 105

stanboroughprimary.org.uk

Stanborough School PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • WEEKLY • BOARDING • CO-ED

Ashford Prep School Ashford, TN23 3DJ Headteacher: Ms Penny Willetts Total pupils: 238

ashfordschool.co.uk

Ashford School SENIOR • DAY • CO-ED

Ashford, TN24 8PB Headteacher: Michael Hall Total pupils: 476

ashfordschool.co.uk

Babington House School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • DAY • CO-ED

Chislehurst, BR7 5ES Headteachers: Mr Tim Lello Total pupils: 307

babingtonhouse.com

Beechwood Sacred Heart School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • CO-ED

Tunbridge Wells, TN2 3QD Headteacher: Mr Aaron Lennon Total pupils: 419

beechwood.org.uk

Benenden School SENIOR • 6TH FORM • BOARDING • GIRLS

Cranbrook, TN17 4AA Headteacher: Mrs Samantha Price Total pupils: 544

benenden.kent.sch.uk

Bethany School SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • WEEKLY • FLEXI • BOARDING • CO-ED

Cranbrook, TN17 1LB Headteacher: Mr Francie Healy Total pupils: 353

bethanyschool.org.uk

Bickley Park School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • BOYS

Bromley, BR1 2DS Headteacher: Mr Patrick Wenham Total pupils: 322

bickleyparkschool.co.uk

Bishop Challoner School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • CO-ED

Bromley, BR2 0BS Headteacher: Mrs Paula Anderson Total pupils: 373

bishopchallonerschool.com

Breaside Preparatory School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Bromley, BR1 2PR Headteacher: Mrs Karen A Nicholson Total pupils: 364

breaside.co.uk

CATS College Canterbury SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • BOARDING • CO-ED

Watford, WD25 9JT Headteacher: Mrs Lorraine Dixon Total pupils: 83

Canterbury, CT1 3LQ Headteacher: Mr Jonathan Ullmer MBE Total pupils: 444

Stormont School

Cobham Hall

spsch.org

PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • GIRLS

Potters Bar, EN6 5HA Headteacher: Mrs Sharon Martin Total pupils: 167

stormountschool.org

Tring Park School for the Performing Arts PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • BOARDING • CO-ED

Tring, HP23 5LX Headteacher: Mr S Anderson Total pupils: 333

tringpark.com

Westbrook Hay Prep School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • FLEXI • CO-ED

Hemel Hempstead, HP1 2RF Headteacher: Mr Keith Young Total pupils: 336

westbrookhay.co.uk

York House School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Rickmansworth, WD3 4LW Headteacher: Mr Jonathan Gray Total pupils: 303

york-house.com

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High Street, Tonbridge, Kent TN9 1JP

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY •

St Albans, AL3 4AW Headteacher: Mr David Buxton Total pupils: 864

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY •

Tonbridge School

Ryde School

PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • BOYS

stcolumbascollege.org

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Isle of Wight

catscollege.com

SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • WEEKLY • FLEXI • BOARDING • GIRLS

Cobham, DA12 3BL Headteacher: Dr Sandra Coates-Smith Total pupils: 185

cobhamhall.com

Derwent Lodge Girls Prep School PREP • DAY • GIRLS

Tonbridge, TN11 0NJ Headteacher: Helen Hoffman Total pupils: 133

somerhill.org

Dover College NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • WEEKLY • FLEXI • BOARDING • CO-ED

Dover, CT17 9RH Headteacher: Mr Gareth Doodes Total pupils: 296

dovercollege.org.uk

Dulwich Preparatory School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • FLEXI • CO-ED

Cranbrook, TN17 3NP Headteacher: Mr Paul David Total pupils: 509

dcpskent.org

Head Teacher: Mr James Priory Admissions: Mr Andrew Leale admissions@tonbridge-school.org

01732 365555

Boys 13-18 years 787 TYPE: Boarding and day FEES : Full Boarding from £13,482 per term. Day from £10,114 per term. Bursaries and scholarships available. See website for details. TYPICAL CLASS SIZE: Senior – Approx 18, Sixth Form – Approx 10 FAITH: Christian MOTTO: Deus Dat Incrementum ENTRANCE PROCEDURE: Most of Tonbridge’s boys join the school at age 13 in the First Year (Year 9), but we also accept a smaller entry into the Lower Sixth (Year 12) at the start of Sixth Form courses and into the Second Year (Year 10). Most boys entering the school at 13 will have completed an assessment during Year 6. GENDER/AGES: TOTAL PUPILS:

School Philosophy: The school aims to provide a caring and enlightened

environment in which the talents of each individual flourish. We encourage boys to be creative, tolerant and to strive for academic, sporting and cultural excellence. Respect for tradition and an openness to innovation are equally valued. A well-established house system at the heart of the school fosters a strong sense of belonging. Tonbridge seeks to celebrate its distinctive mixture of boarders and day boys; this helps to create a unique broadening and deepening of opportunity. We want boys to enjoy their time here, but also to be made aware of their social and moral responsibilities.

Academic Record: Tonbridge School has a formidable academic reputation. This is achieved by high quality teachers, assisted by dedicated support staff, who together foster a broad curriculum for able boys. The ‘average’ marks were 7A*s and 3As at GCSE last year, and 2A*s and an A at A-level. Extra-curricular: Tonbridge School aims to provide an unsurpassed education of excellence. We focus our efforts and resources on achieving this by offering, amongst other things, a vibrant and balanced programme of Co-Curricular Breadth and Depth. Involvement in sport, music, art, drama and many other activities underpins a culture of creativity, innovation and excellence. The CoCurricular programme also provides opportunities for service to others, and the development of self-reliance and leadership skills. Notable Achievements and Alumni: Tonbridge aims to prepare boys for future careers in all walks of life. Alumni include; EM Forster, Norman Heatley OBE (who turned the discovery of penicillin into useable medicine), Frederick Forsyth, Colin Cowdrey, Dan Stevens and all members of the band ‘Keane’. Open Mornings: Saturday 6 October 2018; Saturday 9 March 2019; Saturday 18 May 2019 (all at 10am) www.tonbridge-school.co.uk

OPEN MORNING

9.30am Saturday 22 September For details of school day Visitor Mornings visit: caterhamschool.co.uk

HMC Independent day, weekly and full boarding school for boys and girls age 3 to 18 years. One of the top co-educational schools in England with a unique, award-winning approach to Learning and Teaching, where all pupils can be successful in an environment which is caring, optimistic and encouraging.

Great results, large, leafy grounds, good facilities, polite, charming and well-informed pupils. It’s on the up and pulling ahead of the pack now. GOOD SCHOOLS GUIDE

Academically , Caterham is up there with the big guns...all achieved without any undue stress. Parents praise the committed, passionate teachers as ‘great role models’. TATLER SCHOOLS GUIDE Caterham School is easily accessed from Surrey, Kent, Sussex and London and our extensive coach network includes mainline train connections and evening late bus services. 01883 335058 | enquiries@caterhamschool.co.uk |

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Farringtons School

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • DAY • WEEKLY • BOARDING • CO-ED

Chislehurst, BR7 6LR Headteacher: Mrs Dorothy Nancekievill Total pupils: 680

farringtons.org.uk

Fosse Bank School

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Hildenborough, TN11 8ND Headteacher: Ms Alison Cordingley Total pupils: 73

fossebankschool.co.uk

Gad’s Hill School

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • DAY • CO-ED

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • FLEXI • CO-ED

Cranbrook, TN18 4PY Headteacher: Mr Martyn Ward Total pupils: 301

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marlboroughhouseschool.co.uk

Mead School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Nurturing the individual

Tunbridge Wells, TN2 5SN Headteacher: Mr Andrew Webster Total pupils: 197

‘There is

‘There‘There St Hilda's School is an Independent ‘There isofisofDayis School for girls aged 4–11 evidence evidence evidence of 3 years in Harpenden years and a Nursery for girls and boys evidence of from good teaching

meadschool.info

The New Beacon

‘There is evidence of good teaching everywhere’

PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • WEEKLY • FLEXI • BOARDING • BOYS

Rochester, ME3 7PA Headteacher: Mr D G Craggs Total pupils: 388

Sevenoaks, TN13 2PB Headteacher: Mr Michael Piercy Total pupils: 399

The Granville School

ISI Inspection Northbourne Park School

gadshill.org

NURSERY • CO-ED • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • GIRLS

Sevenoaks, TN13 3LJ Headteacher: Mrs Jane Scott Total pupils: 204

granvilleschool.org

Hilden Grange School

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Tonbridge, TN10 3BX Headteacher: Mr J Withers Total pupils: 336

hildengrange.co.uk

Hilden Oaks School & Nursery NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Tonbridge, TN10 3BU Headteacher: Katy Joiner Total pupils: 218

hildenoaks.co.uk

Holmewood House School

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • WEEKLY • FLEXI • BOARDING • CO-ED

Tunbridge Wells, TN3 0EB Headteacher: S.G. Carnochan Total pupils: 440

holmewoodhouse.co.uk

Junior King’s School

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • BOARDING • CO-ED

Canterbury, CT2 OAY Headteacher: Ms Emma Károlyi Total pupils: 340

junior-kings.co.uk

Kent College Nursery, Infant and Junior School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • BOARDING • CO-ED

Canterbury, CT2 9AQ Headteacher: Mr A J Carter Total pupils: 167

kentcollege.com

Kent College

SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • WEEKLY • BOARDING • CO-ED

Canterbury, CT2 9DT Headteacher: Julian Waltho Total pupils: 690

kentcollege.com

Kent College

PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • WEEKLY • BOARDING • GIRLS

Tunbridge Wells, TN2 4AX Headteacher: Ms Julie Lodrick Total pupils: 438

kent-college.co.uk

King’s Rochester Pre-Preparatory and Nursery NURSERY • PRE-PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Rochester, ME1 1RH Headteacher: Catherine Openshaw Total pupils: 60

kings-rochester.co.uk

King’s Rochester Preparatory School PREP • DAY • BOARDING • CO-ED

Rochester, ME1 1UB Headteacher: Mr Roger Overend Total pupils: 290

kings-rochester.co.uk

King’s Rochester Senior School SENIOR • DAY • BOARDING • CO-ED

Rochester, ME1 1TE Headteacher: Mr Jeremy Walker Total pupils: 272

kings-rochester.co.uk

The King’s School

SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • BOARDING • CO-ED

Canterbury, CT1 2ES Headteacher: Mr Peter Roberts Total pupils: 826

kings-school.co.uk

Lorenden Preparatory School

newbeacon.org.uk

ISI Inspection 2016ISI Inspection ISI Inspection 2016 2016 2016

• CO-ED

Deal, CT14 0NW Headteacher: Mr Sebastian Rees Total pupils: 140

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Radnor House Sevenoaks

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • CO-ED • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • GIRLS

Sevenoaks, TN14 6AE Headteacher: Mr David Paton Total pupils: 237

radnor-sevenoaks.org

SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • WEEKLY • BOARDING • CO-ED

Free Breakfast Club from 7.30am & After School Care until 6pm

A happy and joyful place of learning ensuring excellent results in a safe, caring and unique family atmosphere

Rochester, ME1 1XF Headteacher: Mr Alistair Brownlow Total pupils: 255

rochester-college.org

Rose Hill School

office@sthildasharpenden.co.uk Email:Email: office@sthildasharpenden.co.uk 28 Road I Harpenden I IHertfordshire I IAL5 28Douglas Douglas Road I Harpenden Hertfordshire AL52ES 2ES 28 Douglas I Harpenden I Hertfordshire AL5 2ES 28 Douglas Road Road I Harpenden I Hertfordshire I AL5 I2ES www.sthildasharpenden.co.uk www.sthildasharpenden.co.uk www.sthildasharpenden.co.uk www.sthildasharpenden.co.uk Email: office@sthildasharpenden.co.uk See us on Facebook Facebook

Tel: 01582 712307

Tunbridge Wells, TN4 9SY Headteacher: Ms Emma Neville See us on Total pupils: 304 Facebook

rosehillschool.co.uk

Russell House School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Sevenoaks, TN14 5QU Headteacher: Mr Craig McCarthy Total pupils: 206

28 Douglas Road I Harpenden I Hertfordshire I AL5 2ES www.sthildasharpenden.co.uk

russellhouseschool.co.uk

Sackville School SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • CO-ED

Hildenborough, TN11 9HN Headteacher: Mr Justin Foster-Gandey Total pupils: 160

sackvilleschool.co.uk

Saint Ronan’s NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • FLEXI • BOARDING • CO-ED

Hawkhurst, TN18 5DJ Headteacher: Mr William Trelawny-Vernon Total pupils: 376

saintronans.co.uk

Sevenoaks Preparatory School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Sevenoaks, TN15 0JU Headteacher: Mr L Harrison Total pupils: 384

theprep.org.uk

Sevenoaks School SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • BOARDING • CO-ED

Sevenoaks, TN13 1HU Headteacher: Dr Katy Ricks Total pupils: 1035

sevenoaksschool.org

Solefield School PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • BOYS

Sevenoaks, TN13 1PH Headteacher: Mr Dougal A Philps Total pupils: 179

solefieldschool.org

Somerhill Pre-Prep PRE-PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Tonbridge, TN11 0NJ Headteacher: Ms Zoë Humm Total pupils: 130

somerhill.org

Spring Grove School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Wye, TN25 5EZ Headteacher: Mr Bill Jones Total pupils: 193

springgroveschool.co.uk

St David’s College

lorenden.org.uk

stdavidsprep.com

Tel: 01582 712307 Tel: 01582 712307 Tel: 01582 712307 Tel: 01582 712307

SeeSee us us on on Free Breakfast Club from 7.30am & After School Care until 6pm See us on Facebook Email: Facebook Email:office@sthildasharpenden.co.uk office@sthildasharpenden.co.uk

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

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goodteaching teaching good teaching good everywhere’ everywhere’ everywhere’ everywhere’ ISI Inspection

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • WEEKLY2016 • BOARDING

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Faversham, ME13 0EN Headteacher: Mrs K Uttley Total pupils: 107

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Marlborough House School

West Wickham, BR4 0QS Headteachers: Mrs Julia Foulger Total pupils: 147

Registered charity 1101358

From the School of the Year, expect a winning formula. Maya Raman Jones came to Sevenoaks when she was eleven. In the Sixth Form she studied Chemistry, English, Maths, History, Biology, Russian and Theory of Knowledge. “At eleven I really loved English. Later on, the sciences turned my head! But as the IB curriculum at Sevenoaks is so broad, I didn’t have to choose between the arts and sciences until I applied to

university – by which time I was sure Chemistry was the one for me.” Which explains why Maya is now reading Chemistry at the University of Oxford and dreaming of a PhD and a career in scientific research.

www.sevenoaksschool.org

Maya scored an impressive 44 in the International Baccalaureate (IB) and is now in her second year at Oxford. Our commitment to the IB is unwavering after 40 years, thanks to world-class, life-shaping results like this.

SOUTH EAST Kent - Surrey

St Edmund’s School Canterbury NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY •

ACS Cobham International School

WEEKLY • BOARDING • CO-ED

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY •

Canterbury, CT2 8HU Headteacher: Mr Edward O’Connor Total pupils: 535

stedmunds.org.uk

St Joseph’s Convent School PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Gravesend, DA12 1NR Headteacher: Miss Buckley Total pupils: 143

sjcps.org

St Lawrence College Junior School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • BOARDING • CO-ED

Ramsgate, CT11 7AF Headteacher: E Rowe Total pupils: 200

slcuk.com

St Lawrence College SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • BOARDING • CO-ED

Ramsgate, CT11 7AE Headteacher: Mr Antony Spencer Total pupils: 410

slcuk.com

St Michael’s Preparatory School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Otford, TN14 5SA Headteacher: Mrs Jill Aisher Total pupils: 471

stmichaels.kent.sch.uk

Steephill School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Longfield, DA3 7BG Headteacher: Mrs Caroline Birtwell Total pupils: 122

steephill.co.uk

Sutton Valence Preparatory School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Maidstone, ME17 3RF Headteacher: Claire Corkran

svs.org.uk

Sutton Valence School SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • BOARDING • CO-ED

Maidstone, ME17 3HL Headteacher: Mr Bruce Grindlay Total pupils: 816

svs.org.uk

Tonbridge School SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • BOARDING • BOYS

Tonbridge, TN9 1JP Headteacher: Mr T H P Haynes Total pupils: 788

tonbridge-school.co.uk

Walthamstow Hall Junior School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • GIRLS

Sevenoaks, TN13 3LD Headteachers: Mrs Diane Wood Total pupils: 621

walthomstow-hall.co.uk

Walthamstow Hall SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • GIRLS

Sevenoaks, TN13 3UL Headteachers: Miss Stephanie Ferro

walthomstow-hall.co.uk

Wellesley House School PREP • DAY • WEEKLY • BOARDING • CO-ED

Broadstairs, CT10 2DG Headteacher: G.D. Franklin Total pupils: 138

wellesley.kent.sch.uk

West Lodge School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Sidcup, DA15 7DU Headteacher: Mr Robert Francis Total pupils: 163

westlodge.org.uk

Wickham Court School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • DAY • CO-ED

West Wickham, BR4 9HW Headteacher: Mrs Lisa Harries Total pupils: 95

wickhamcourt.org

Yardley Court Boys Prep School PREP • DAY • BOYS

Tonbridge, TN11 0NJ Headteacher: Mr Duncan Sinclair Total pupils: 470

somerhill.org

Surrey

acs-schools.com

ACS Egham International School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • CO-ED

Egham, TW20 0HS Headteacher: Mr Jeremy Lewis Total pupils: 617

acs-schools.com

Aldro PREP • DAY • BOARDING • BOYS

Godalming, GU8 6AS Headteacher: Mr James Hanson Total pupils: 220

aldro.org

Amesbury School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Hindhead, GU26 6BL Headteacher: Mr N G Taylor Total pupils: 334

amesburyschool.co.uk

Barfield School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Farnham, GU10 1PB Headteacher: Mr James Reid Total pupils: 156

barfieldschool.com

Barrow Hills School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Nr Godalming, GU8 5NY Headteacher: Mr Sean Skehan Total pupils: 230

barrowhills.org

Belmont Preparatory School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • WEEKLY • FLEXI • CO-ED

Dorking, RH5 6LQ Headteacher: Mrs H Skrine Total pupils: 186

belmont-school.org

Bishopsgate School NURSERY • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Englefield, TW20 0YJ Headteacher: Mr Rob Williams Total pupils: 350

bishopsgate-school.co.uk

Box Hill School SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • WEEKLY • BOARDING • CO-ED

Dorking, RH5 6EA Headteacher: Mr Corydon Lowde Total pupils: 416

boxhillschool.com

Bramley School and Nursery NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • GIRLS

Tadworth, KT20 7ST Headteacher: Ms P Burgess Total pupils: 89

bramleyschool.co.uk

Cambridge Tutors College 6TH FORM • DAY • CO-ED

Croydon, CR0 5SX Headteacher: Dr Chris Drew Total pupils: 212

ctc.ac.uk

Caterham Preparatory School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Caterham, CR3 6YB Headteacher: Mr H W G Tuckett Total pupils: 293

caterhamprepschool.co.uk

boys and girls, 3-18 years 620, boys 320, girls 300 TYPE: Day, Boarding FEES: Nursery - £24 per session. Pre-Prep - Day Fees from £2,565 per term. Prep - Day Fees from £3,235 per term. Full Boarding from £8,985 per term. Senior - Day Fees from £5,000 per term. Full Boarding from £9,995 per term. TYPICAL CLASS SIZE: Prep – 16, Senior – 18, Sixth Form – 12 FAITH: Church of England ENTRANCE PROCEDURE: Visit, report. Scholarships at 7+, 11+, 13+ & 16+ GENDER/AGES: TOTAL PUPILS:

School Philosophy: This safe and caring school is set in 45 acres of spacious,

stunning grounds which house beautiful old architecture combined with new modern builds and facilities. Founded in 1879, it is home to day and boarding pupils from local, UK and international families. A medium-sized school – small enough to ensure that individual pupils receive the attention and care they require, but large enough to provide outstanding facilities.

Academic Record: Academic standards are high across the school and an extensive choice of GCSEs and A-levels are offered, with an excellent success rate of pupils going on to their first choice university including Oxbridge. Small class sizes ensure that teachers can look after the individual needs of each pupil, so that high-flyers gain their places at the top universities, and less able pupils develop skills in areas which will serve them well in the future. Extra-curricular: Sporting facilities are exceptional, and expert coaching is provided at all levels. Music and drama flourish, enhanced by the school’s 500seat theatre, and there are many opportunities for pupils to perform. All pupils benefit from an extensive activities programme which includes the Combined Cadet Force and a thriving Duke of Edinburgh’s Award Scheme, as well as chess, archery, golf, fencing, football, sailing, horse riding, swimming, table tennis, musical theatre, etc.

SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • BOARDING • CO-ED

Caterham, CR3 6YA Headteacher: Mr Ceri Jones Total pupils: 897

caterhamschool.co.uk

Charterhouse SENIOR • DAY • BOARDING • BOYS • 6TH FORM • CO-ED

Godalming, GU7 2DX Headteacher: Dr Alex Peterken Total pupils: 793

charterhouse.org.uk

Chinthurst School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Tadworth, KT20 5QZ Headteacher: Miss C Trundle Total pupils: 152

chinthurstschool.co.uk

City of London Freemen’s School PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • CO-ED

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Principal: Mr Antony Spencer Admissions: Dr David Smith, Registrar admissions@slcuk.com 01843 572931

Caterham School

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

aberdourschool.co.uk

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Cobham, KT11 1BL Headteacher: Mr Antony Eysele Total pupils: 1503

Aberdour School Tadworth, KT20 6AJ Headteacher: Mr S Collins Total pupils: 358

St Lawrence College College Road, Ramsgate, Kent CT11 7AE

BOARDING • CO-ED

Ashstead, KT21 1ET Headteacher: Mr Roland Martin Total pupils: 887

clfs.surrey.sch.uk

Open Days: Junior: Friday 5 October 2018 Senior: Saturday 6 October 2018 www.slcuk.com

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FRIENDLY : INSPIRATIONAL : CHALLENGING CARING : EXCITING : SUPPORTIVE This is how our students describe KC Come and visit and see for yourself

Senior School Open Morning

Saturday 29th September 9.00am - 12.30pm

Sixth Form Open Evening

Tuesday 2nd October 6.00pm - 9.00pm To find out more contact registrarseniorschool@kentcollege.co.uk or call

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Claremont Fan Court School

Elmhurst School

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY •

PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • BOYS

CO-ED

South Croydon, CR2 7DW Headteacher: Mr Antony Padfield Total pupils: 158

Esher, KT10 9LY Headteacher: Ms Helen Hutton-Attenborough, Mr Duncan Murphy, Mr Jonathan Insall-Reid Total pupils: 739

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Collingwood School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

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East Grinstead, RH19 3PD Headteacher: Mr Will Brooks Total pupils: 264

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Burgess Hill Girls NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • FLEXI • BOARDING • GIRLS

Burgess Hill, RH15 0EG Headteacher: Mrs Liz Laybourn Total pupils: 526

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Christ’s Hospital School SENIOR • 6TH FORM • BOARDING • CO-ED

Horsham, RH13 0LJ Headteacher: Mr Simon Reid Total pupils: 863

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Copthorne Preparatory School

Lewes, BN7 1XS Headteacher: Mr R Blewitt Total pupils: 574

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Mayfield School

SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • WEEKLY • FLEXI • BOARDING • GIRLS

Mayfield, TN20 6PH Headteacher: Miss Antonia Beary Total pupils: 357

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Moira House Girls School

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • WEEKLY • FLEXI • BOARDING • GIRLS

Eastbourne, BN20 7TE Headteacher: Mrs Elodie Vallantine Total pupils: 306

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Northease Manor School

PREP • SENIOR • DAY • WEEKLY • BOARDING • CO-ED

Lewes, BN7 3EY Headteacher: Claire Farmer Total pupils: 96

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Pease Pottage, RH11 9AU Headteacher: Mr Thomas Rogerson Total pupils: 155

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Cumnor House Sussex NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • BOARDING • CO-ED

Danehill, Haywards Heath RH17 7HT Headteacher: Mr Christian Heinrich Total pupils: 385

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Dorset House NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • BOARDING • CO-ED

Pulborough, RH20 1PB Headteacher: Mr Matt Thomas Total pupils: 134

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Farlington School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • WEEKLY • FLEXI • BOARDING • GIRLS

Horsham, RH12 3PN Headteacher: Ms Louise Higson Total pupils: 324

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Great Ballard School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • WEEKLY • FLEXI • BOARDING • CO-ED

Brighton, BN2 5RQ Headteacher: Mr Oliver Blond Total pupils: 423

Great Walstead School

Sacred Heart School

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Wadhurst, TN5 6DQ Headteacher: Mrs Hilary Blake Total pupils: 117

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St Andrew’s Prep

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • FLEXI • WEEKLY • BOARDING • CO-ED

Eastbourne, BN20 7RP Headteacher: Mr Gareth Jones Total pupils: 374

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St Christopher’s School

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NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • WEEKLY • FLEXI • BOARDING • CO-ED

Haywards Heath, RH16 2QL Headteacher: Chris Calvey Total pupils: 430

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At Vinehall we foster a love of learning for its own sake, encouraging our children to ask questions and think for themselves. Our children develop the necessary skills to work productively, to become resilient, resourceful and reflective learners, unafraid to try something new or of making mistakes. We have high expectations for our children, inspiring them to achieve excellence in all that they do. That’s why this year we’re celebrating 25 Scholarships and successful entrance to 26 prestigious senior schools.

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • WEEKLY • BOARDING • CO-ED

Haywards Heath, RH17 6HF Headteacher: Mr Richard Brown Total pupils: 336

01580 883090 www.vinehallschool.com admissions@vinehallschool.com

Vinehall

CO-EDUCATIONAL DAY, BOARDING SCHOOL & NURSERY, FOR CHILDREN AGED 2-13

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Hurst College PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • WEEKLY • FLEXI • BOARDING • CO-ED

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Reading about our school is an education in itself.

Handcross Park School

PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Hove, BN3 4AD Headteacher: Mr Julian Withers Total pupils: 284

TOTAL PUPILS:

PREP • BOARDING • CO-ED

SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • WEEKLY • BOARDING • GIRLS

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boys and girls, 2-13 years 257, boys 133, girls 124 TYPE: Day, Weekly, Flexi, Full Boarding FEES: Nursery – Day £32.98 (with EYF), Pre-Prep – Day from £3,185 (day pupil), Prep – Day £5,756 (years 3-5) £5,939 (years 6-8) Weekly Boarding from £6,872, Full Boarding from £7,547 per term TYPICAL CLASS SIZE: Prep – 15 MAIN EXIT SCHOOLS: Eastbourne College, Tonbridge School, Cranbrook School, King’s Canterbury School, Sevenoaks School, Benenden School, Battle Abbey School, Winchester College, Eton College, Mayfield School. FAITH: We actively welcome children of all faiths. MOTTO: pro aliis optimum agere (to do our best for the benefit of others) ENTRANCE PROCEDURE: Assessment papers in Maths, English and Verbal Reasoning (for entry into Year 4 and above). Scholarships are available in Academia, Sport, Music and Art from Year 3 entry. GENDER/AGES:

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Chichester, PO18 OLR Headteacher: Mr Richard Evans Total pupils: 125

Roedean School

Head Teacher: Joff Powis Admissions: Sheila Johnson admissions@vinehallschool.com 01580 883090

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Cottesmore School

NURSERY • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • CO-ED

Vinehall Road, Robertsbridge, East Sussex, TN32 5JL

Hove, BN3 6LU Headteacher: Mrs Kirsty Keep Total pupils: 244

Lewes Old Grammar School

CO-EDUCATIONAL DAY, BOARDING SCHOOL & NURSERY, FOR CHILDREN AGED 2-13

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Copthorne, RH10 3HR Headteacher: Mr C J Jones Total pupils: 319

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Vinehall

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Lancing College Preparatory School at Hove PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

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Hurstpierpoint, BN6 9JS Headteacher: Mr T J Manly Total pupils: 738

Open Mornings: are held once per term although individual visits are welcome at any time by arrangement. www.vinehallschool.com

SOUTH EAST Outstanding facilities and new all-weather pitch

67th at GCSE Telegraph League Tables

ROEDEAN ‘Excellent in all areas’

Top Girls’ School in Sussex Telegraph Jan 2017

ISI Inspection 2016

A UNIQUE EDUCATION –

WHY NOT COME AND SEE FOR YOURSELF? Register for one of our Open Days: Sat 6 Oct | Sat 2 Mar www.roedean.co.uk

75 girls in Year 7 Sept 2018

630 girls on roll

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OUR OPEN MORNINGS The outstanding and independent prep school for girls aged 2-11 Claygate, Surrey. 30 minutes from London.

THURSDAY 1 NOVEMBER 2018 THURSDAY 14 MARCH 2019 THURSDAY 16 MAY 2019 9.30am-11.30am

Call: 01372 462627 Email: school.registrar@ rowanprepschool.co.uk Register online: rowanprepschool.co.uk

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Lancing College Preparatory School at Worthing NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Worthing, BN14 8HU Headteacher: Mrs Heather Beeby Total pupils: 152

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Shoreham College

Micklefield Preparatory School

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • DAY • CO-ED

Shoreham-by-Sea, BN43 6YW Headteacher: Mr Richard Taylor-West Total pupils: 368

10-12, Somers Road, Reigate, Surrey RH2 9DU

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Slindon College

Lancing College

PREP • SENIOR • DAY • BOARDING • BOYS

SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • BOARDING • CO-ED

Lancing, BN15 0RW Headteacher: Mr Dominic Oliver Total pupils: 538

Arundel, BN18 0RH Headteacher: Mr David Quick Total pupils: 84

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Oakwood School

Sompting Abbotts Preparatory School

Chichester, PO18 9AN Headteacher: Mr Ciro Candia Total pupils: 256

Sompting, BN15 OAZ Headteacher: Mr Stuart Douch Total pupils: 97

Our Lady of Sion Junior School

The Towers Convent School

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

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PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

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NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Worthing, BN11 1RE Headteacher: Dr Simon Orchard Total pupils: 109

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • DAY • FLEXI • GIRLS • BOYS

Steyning, BN44 3TF Headteacher: Mrs Clare Trelfa Total pupils: 314

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Our Lady of Sion Senior School SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • CO-ED

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Westbourne House School

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • BOARDING • CO-ED

Worthing, BN11 4BL Headteacher: Dr Simon Orchard Total pupils: 339

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Pennthorpe School

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Rudgwick, Nr Horsham, RH12 3HJ Headteacher: Mrs A. Bolton Total pupils: 313

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Chichester, PO20 2BH Headteacher: Mr M Barker Total pupils: 442

GENDER/AGES:

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Windlesham House School

FEES:

PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • BOARDING • CO-ED

Washington, RH20 4AY Headteacher: Mr Richard Foster Total pupils: 356

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Prebendal School

Head Teacher: Mrs Lyn Rose Admissions: Mrs Deborah Fowler admissions@micklefieldschool.co.uk 01737 224212

TOTAL PUPILS:

boys and girls, 2yrs 9 months – 11 years 290, boys 143, girls 147

Day Nursery – £1,120 - £1,820, Pre-Prep – £2,390 - £3,105, Prep – £3,680 - £3,975 per term ENTRANCE PROCEDURE: Non selective

School Philosophy: Here at Micklefield we provide a stimulating, caring and

PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • WEEKLY • FLEXI • BOARDING • CO-ED

challenging environment that fosters the pursuit of high standards throughout all areas of the curriculum. Pupils are encouraged to become successful learners and to grow into individuals who will confidently take their places in society.

Chichester, PO19 1RT Headteacher: Ms Louise Salmond Smith Total pupils: 188

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Seaford College

PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • WEEKLY • FLEXI • BOARDING • CO-ED

Petworth, GU28 0NB Headteacher: Mr J Green Total pupils: 689

Open Day: Tuesday 9th October, 10am to 12noon micklefieldschool.co.uk

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Be all you can be

Open Day | Saturday 6 October RSVP: Online event registration is available via our website www.stedmunds.org.uk | 01227 475601

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SOUTH EAST Exceptional hammock made by Albie (age 16).

OPEN MORNINGS

Sat 22nd Sept & Sat 29th Sept 9:00 - 10:30 am

Boarding and Flexi Boarding in a top Surrey school for boys and girls aged 7-18. Full boarding for only £5,100 per term.

THIS BOARDING SCHOOL IS

OUTSTANDING OFSTED

Gatton Park, Reigate, Surrey RH2 0TD admissions@gatton-park.org.uk

Tel: 01737 649000

www.raa-school.co.uk

@RAASchoolGatton

Open Mornings Wednesday 12th September Thursday 11th October Friday 16th November

Taster Afternoons Friday 5th October (Reception entry) Thursday 22nd November (Years 1 - 6)

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Independent Day School for Girls 4-18 years

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Tormead School, Cranley Road, Guildford, S @TormeadSchool

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“A thriving, buzzy place with a warm and happy atmosphere and very impressive academic achievements for a non-selective school” The Good Schools Guide

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Nurturing Intellectual Curiosity • Co-ed • Day (3 to 18) • Boarding (14 to 18) • IBDP & AP • 57 Nationalities

G N I N R MO OPENTOBER 5 OC

• 15 Average Class Size f • 19 Miles from London

The American School in England Coldharbour Lane, Thorpe, Surrey TW20 8TE • +44(0)1932 582 316 www.tasisengland.org/openmorning

WINDLESHAM HOUSE SCHOOL Independent Boarding & Day School for Boys & Girls Aged 4 - 13

OPEN MORNING 19th JANUARY 2019 •

100% success rate at Common Entrance & first choice of Senior Schools • Full boarding with organised activities at weekends • London bus service available • Excellent rating received in 2017 ISI Report • State of the art new sports centre now open RSVP: (or to arrange an individual tour of the school) call +44 (0)1903 874701 | email admissions@windlesham.com

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They mean what they say about encouraging talent! - Good Schools Guide 2018

Registered Charity No. 312038

A DISTINCTIVE ROUTE TO HIGH ACHIEVEMENT FOR YOUR DAUGHTER Call now to book your place at an Open Event: Saturday 29 September 10.00am - 1.00pm Saturday 2 February 10.00am - 1.00pm 01483 810551 www.priorsfieldschool.com

SOUTH EAST

â€œ We believe that decisions about education should be exciting, not bewildering.â€?

Private Home Tuition | Online Tuition School & University Advice 020 7034 0800 enquiries@hollandparkeducation.com www.hollandparkeducation.com

Independent day school for girls age 4-18

Adventurous Girls leave us with enquiring minds, big hearts and happy memories, not just 91% A - A* grades at GCSE

and their first choice university.

Open days: Prep School (4+) Senior School (11+) 5 October 13 October

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Book your visit: STAHS.ORG.UK

Mayﬁeld BOAR DI NG & DAY S C H O O L FO R G IR L S AG E D 11 TO 18

OUTSTANDING ACADEMIC RESULTS • SCHOLARSHIPS AVAILABLE EXTENSIVE CO-CURRICULAR PROGRAMME EXEMPLARY PASTORAL CARE & NURTURING ENVIRONMENT SET IN THE BEAUTIFUL SUSSEX COUNTRYSIDE FLEXI, WEEKLY AND FULL BOARDING OPTIONS WEEKEND RETURN BUS TO LONDON MINIBUS SERVICE ACROSS SUSSEX AND KENT

Open Mornings

THURSDAY 20 TH SEPTEMBER 2018 TUESDAY 30 TH OCTOBER 2018

TO ARRANGE A VISIT PLEASE CONTACT OUR REGISTRAR, MRS SHIRLEY COPPARD, REGISTRAR@MAYFIELDGIRLS.ORG

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Whole School â€“ Ages 2-18 Learn more at RMSforgirls.org.uk The Royal Masonic School for Girls, Rickmansworth, Hertfordshire, WD3 4HF 01923 773168

Open Mornings Saturday 29th September 2018 Saturday 2nd March 2019 10am - 12pm

Find Farlington at Stand No. 608

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d on y e b g ons n i i t v a e t i c h e c A exp Excellent academic results 74% A*-B five year average across all A Level subjects

Customised learning paths Door-to-door transport National championship sport Warm & homely atmosphere 120 acres of gardens & parkland

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Open Mornings Saturday 29 September Wednesday 14 November

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01707 602500 www.queenswood.org Charity number 311060

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Bringing out ‘‘ the best in boys’’

A day in the life of Aldro... come and see for yourself If you would like to attend an Open Morning, request a prospectus, or arrange an individual tour, please contact the Admissions Office on 01483 813535 or email: admissions@aldro.org Aldro, Lombard Street, Shackleford, Godalming, Surrey GU8 6AS www.aldro.org

LOCKERS PARK “A fantastic learning environment.” Parent Testimonial

Leading Day & Boarding School for Boys (7-13 years) Thriving Co-Ed Pre-Prep (4-7 years) Come along to our next Open Morning on 13th October 2018 10.30am -12.30pm

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Hertfordshire

T: 01442 251712

Imogen Lower Sixth Academic and Drama Scholar

You are warmly invited to our

Senior School Open Morning Saturday 15 September 2018 Saturday 9 March 2019 9.30am to noon HMC â€“ Day, weekly and full boarding Boys and girls 13 to 18 (Entry at 13 and 16)

To register please contact: admissions@bedes.org T 01323 843252 or online at bedes.org Bedeâ€™s Senior School Upper Dicker East Sussex BN27 3QH

SOUTH EAST Our long held school values, ‘The Cumnor Way’ underpin the ethos and curriculum at Cumnor House School. Our children strive to achieve their academic potential by expanding their sense of curiosity, understanding the importance of perseverance, critical thinking, objectivity and reflection.

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To find out more visit www.cumnorhouse.com / 0208 645 2614 admissions@cumnorhouse.com

Bethany has been an amazing adventure. This School has made me believe I have a lot of potential and I am really happy to be here.

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LO V E W H AT YO U L E A R N Take a fresh look at Bethany School and discover a world of freedom. No limiting your options, just the independence and support you need. Join us at our next Open Morning Saturday 22nd September 10am -1pm

Autumn Open Mornings Boys School Girls School Reception 20th Sep 2018 18th Sep 2018 18th Sep 2018 18th Oct 2018 16th Oct 2018 16th Oct 2018

OPEN MORNING

Saturday 22nd September 2018, 9.00 – 12.00

A leading independent co-educational day and boarding school offering high academic standards, excellent pastoral care and a wide extra-curricular programme within a supportive Christian environment.

Farringtons...

Co-education Juniors 3 – 11, Seniors 11 – 16, Sixth Form 16 - 18

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Their future starts here

At Heath Mount School, we believe that the best learning takes place when children are happy, settled and confident. We achieve this by offering a tailored curriculum to support every pupil through their learning journey. We incorporate award-winning* pastoral care, unrivalled facilities and dedicated staff to ensure our pupils leave at the end of Year 8 equipped for a modern, fast-paced society.

OPEN

MORNING Sat 29 Sept 9.30am

*Boarding Schools’ Association Mental Health and Well-Being Award 2018

To book your place, please email Louise Cook at: registrar@heathmount.org or call us on: 01920 830230

Where children explore, imagine, grow, create and are happy.

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The Haberdashers’ Aske’s Boys’ School Nurturing Excellence

Open Day – Saturday 6 October 2018 1pm-4pm Senior and Preparatory School

Independent School of the Year 2017

www.habsboys.org.uk

An outstanding independent day school for boys 5 – 18

020 8266 1700 admissions@habsboys.org.uk

Booked tours available throughout the academic year.

registered charity no: 313996

Butterfly Lane, Elstree, Hertfordshire WD6 3AF

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SOUTH EAST / SOUTH WEST Pennthorpe Church Street, Rudgwick, West Sussex RH12 3HJ

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THINK BIG THINK BIG

Head Teacher: Mrs Alexia Bolton MEd MA BA (Hons) QTS Admissions: Janine Hinchey admissions@pennthorpe.com 01403 822 391 GENDER/AGES: TOTAL PUPILS:

boys and girls, 2-13 years (pre school to year 8) c.245, boys 148, girls 97

Day FEES: Pre-prep: Year 1 £3,470 per term, year 2 £4,320 per term, year3 £4,425 per term, year 4 £4,980 per term, years 5-8 £5,535 per term. Early Years (Honey Pot, Beehive, Reception) please enquire. TYPICAL CLASS SIZE: 14 FAITH: None ENTRANCE PROCEDURE: Contact to arrange attendance for Open Morning or to arrange private tour with our Headmistress via the Registrar TYPE:

See our new STEAM HUB under construction, ready April 2019. Hear about our new curriculum the future taughtconstruction, from age 3, See our newfor STEAM HUB under key content areas Hear will beabout our new ready April 2019. curriculum for the future taught from age 3, DESIGN THINKING Open Day, Fri 5th Oct 2018 key content Engineering, areas will be Architecture, Modelling, Urban Design, Sustainability, Product Design DESIGN THINKING Open Day, Fri 5th Oct 2018 ETHICS Modelling, Engineering, Architecture, UrbantoDesign, Sustainability, Product Design Links AI, Philosophy, Sustainability, Technological Advances ETHICS Links to AI, Philosophy, DIGITAL DESIGN Sustainability, Technological Advances Coding, Robotics, Animation, Electronics, Film-making DIGITAL DESIGN Coding, Robotics, Animation, MATERIAL SCIENCE Electronics, Film-making Key skills within all subjects will include MATERIALwork, SCIENCE critiquing problem solving and project Independent School for Girls aged 3-18 management. Key skills within all subjects will include critiquing work, problem solving and project 3-18taster nightmanagement. CallIndependent Kerry Wills to talk aboutaged a free for your daughter, a warm welcome awaits. School for Girls

Talbot Heath Talbot Heath

Call Kerry Wills to talk about a free taster night for your daughter, a warm welcome awaits. Bournemouth | Dorset | Tel: 01202 761881 | talbotheath.org

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Bournemouth | Dorset | Tel: 01202 761881 | talbotheath.org

Connect with us @TalbotHeathSch | Day and boarding | Private Mini Buses to London

School Philosophy: Pennthorpe is a truly independent school. Independent from the

government with its consistently changing curriculum. Independent from any one senior school. Pennthorpe has control of its destiny and can determine what we are and the educational journey we offer our children. Our core motivation is ensuring children’s happiness and enabling them to enjoy every second of their time in school. We’re about offering and relishing opportunities; discovering the elements where individuals excel, where they find their passion and how to approach improving when it doesn’t work out. Our children quickly discover that learning is exciting and that their school offers experiences where one can safely make mistakes and learn from them.

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Pennthorpe children are confident but not arrogant. They are eager to question what’s around them rather than simply accept any knowledge offered. They are valued for being individuals and are not expected to confirm to any particular Pennthorpe ‘mould’. There are no square pegs and round holes at Pennthorpe. Pennthorpe people make their own holes!

Academic Record: Our children achieve well above the national average standards in Maths and English with a good proportion of our pupils in the top quartile. We have historically gained a 30 to 40% scholarship record to senior schools in Year 9 with pupils achieving Academic, All Rounder, Sport Drama, Music and Art awards achieved. Extra-Curricular: Our enrichment programme is diverse and wide ranging with the sole aim of supporting children in their plight to find both strengths and passions. Chidlren can enjoy the classic activities of dance, Judo, LAMDA and sports but we also offer Kit Car, Golf, Archery, Mountain biking along with cookery, and our own horse riding team. Notable Achievements and Alumni: Pennthorpe has recently won the national Pbuzz award whereby our Year 3 pupils learnt to play the Pbuzz trombone style. Open Days: Friday 21st and Saturday 22nd September 2018 Wednesday 14th November 2018 (Early Years – with special guest Paddington Bear) Thursday 7th March 2019 and Wednesday 1st May 2019 www.pennthorpe.com

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HANFORD traditionally modern hanfordschool.co.uk or call Karen on 01258 860219

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This map illustrates the location of some of our leading independent schools in this region. A directory of schools, listed by county, follows this page.

GLOUCESTERSHIRE 9

Stonehouse 10 Stroud

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South West

11 Tetbury

16 Calne

8 Bristol 12 Bath

SOMERSET WILTSHIRE

14 Shepton Mallet 15 Street

1 Barnstable

13 Bruton

2 Bideford

17 Salisbury 19

6 Shaftesbury

DORSET 3 Tiverton 4 Blandford 7 Wimborne Bournemouth

DEVON

CORNWALL

Devon

Gloucestershire

Somerset

BARNSTAPLE

BRISTOL

BATH

1 West Buckland School

8 Clifton College

12 Monkton Prep School

BIDEFORD

STONEHOUSE

BRUTON

2 Kingsley School

9 Wycliffe College

13 Bruton School for Girls

TIVERTON

STROUD

SHEPTON MALLET

3 Blundell’s School

10 Beaudesert Park School TETBURY

14 All Hallows Preparatory School

11 Westonbirt School

STREET

Dorset BLANDFORD

4 Hanford School BOURNEMOUTH

5 Talbot Heath School SHAFTESBURY

6 Port Regis Preparatory School WIMBORNE

7 Canford School

15 Millfield School

Wiltshire CALNE

16 St Margaret’s Preparatory School SALISBURY

17 Chafyn Grove School 18 Godolphin School 19 Sandroyd School independentschoolparent.com

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Channel Islands - Cornwall - Devon - Dorset

Channel Islands Elizabeth College

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • BOYS

Guernsey, GY1 2PY Headteacher: Ms Jenny Palmer Total pupils: 891

elizabethcollege.gg

The Ladies’ College NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • GIRLS

Guernsey, GY1 1RW Headteacher: Mrs Ashley Clancy Total pupils: 588

ladiescollege.com

Exeter, EX2 4NS Headteacher: Mr R Griffin Total pupils: 922

Mount Kelly

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • SIXTH FORM • DAY • FULL BOARDING • WEEKLY BOARDING • FLEXI- BOARDING • CO-ED

Tavistock, PL19 0HZ Headteacher: Mark Semmence Total pupils: 575

mountkelly.com

Kingsley School

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • WEEKLY • BOARDING • CO-ED

Jersey, JE3 7DB Headteacher: Mr Cormac Timothy Total pupils: 219

The Maynard School

St Michael’s Preparatory School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Jersey, JE2 7UG Headteacher: Mr Mike Rees Total pupils: 300

stmichaelsschool.je

Victoria College PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • BOYS

Jersey, JE1 4HT Headteacher: Mr Alun Watkins Total pupils: 693

victoriacollege.je

kingsleyschoolbideford.co.uk PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • GIRLS

Exeter, EX1 1SJ Headteacher: Miss Sarah Dunn Total pupils: 353

maynard.co.uk

Plymouth College Prep PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Plymouth, PL1 3JL Headteacher: Mr Christopher Gatherer Total pupils: 230

plymouthcollege.com

Plymouth College

SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • WEEKLY • FLEXI • BOARDING • CO-ED

Cornwall

Plymouth, PL4 6RN Headteacher: Jonathan Standen Total pupils: 508

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • WEEKLY • FLEXI •

St Christopher’s School

Polwhele House School BOARDING • CO-ED

Truro, TR4 9AE Headteacher: Mr Alex McCullough Total pupils: 95

polwhelehouse.co.uk

Roselyon School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Par, PL24 2HZ Headteacher: Mrs Hilary Mann Total pupils: 98

roselyonschool.com

St Joseph’s School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • DAY • CO-ED

Launceston, PL15 8HN Headteacher: Oliver Scott Total pupils: 229

stjosephscornwall.co.uk

St Piran’s School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • DAY • CO-ED

Hayle, TR27 4HY Headteacher: Mr Jonathan Carroll Total pupils: 55

stpiranshayle.net

Truro High School for Girls NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • WEEKLY • BOARDING • GIRLS

plymouthcollege.com PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Totnes, TQ9 6PF Headteacher: Ms Victoria Kennington Total pupils: 89

st-christophers.devon.sch.uk

St John’s School

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • BOARDING • CO-ED

Sidmouth, EX10 8RG Headteacher: Ms Caroline Ward Total pupils: 149

stjohnsdevon.co.uk

St Peter’s School

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • FLEXI • BOARDING • CO-ED

Nr Exmouth, EX8 5AU Headteacher: Mrs Charlotte Johnston Total pupils: 302

stpetersprep.co.uk

Shebbear College

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • WEEKLY • FLEXI • BOARDING • CO-ED

Shebbear, EX21 5HJ Headteacher: Mr S D Weale Total pupils: 331

shebbearcollege.co.uk

Stover School

Truro, TR1 2HU Headteacher: Ms Sarah Matthews Total pupils: 350

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • WEEKLY • FLEXI • BOARDING • CO-ED

Truro School

stover.co.uk

trurohigh.co.uk

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • WEEKLY • FLEXI • BOARDING • CO-ED

Truro, TR1 1TH Headteacher: Mr Andrew Gordon-Brown Total pupils: 751

truroschool.com

Devon

Blundell’s School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • WEEKLY • FLEXI • BOARDING • CO-ED

Tiverton, EX16 4DN Headteacher: Mr Bart Wielenga Total pupils: 584

blundells.org

Bramdean School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • CO-ED

Exeter, EX1 2QR Headteacher: Miss Diane Stoneman Total pupils: 200

bramdeanschool.co.uk

Exeter Cathedral School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • WEEKLY • BOARDING • CO-ED

Exeter, EX1 1HX Headteacher: Mr James Featherstone Total pupils: 298

exetercs.org

independentschoolparent.com

Bristol Road, Stonehouse, Gloucestershire GL10 2AF

exeterschool.org.uk

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

stgeorgesprep.co.uk

Wycliffe College

PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • CO-ED

Bideford, EX39 3LY Headteacher: Mr Pete Last Total pupils: 398

St George’s Preparatory School

164

Exeter School

Newton Abbot, TQ12 6QG Headteacher: Mr Richard Notman Total pupils: 326

Trinity School

NURSERY • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • WEEKLY • FLEXI • BOARDING • CO-ED

Teignmouth, TQ14 8LY Headteacher: Lawrence Coen Total pupils: 438

trinityschool.co.uk

West Buckland School

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • BOARDING • CO-ED

Barnstaple, EX32 0SX Headteacher: Phillip Stapleton Total pupils: 604

westbuckland.devon.sch.uk

Dorset

Bournemouth Collegiate Prep School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • BOARDING • CO-ED

Poole, BH14 9JY Headteacher: Ms Kay Smith Total pupils: 111

bournemouthcollegiateschool.co.uk

Bournemouth Collegiate School PREP • SENIOR • DAY • BOARDING • CO-ED

Bournemouth, BH5 2DY Headteacher: Mr Russell Slatford Total pupils: 395

bournemouthcollegiateschool.co.uk

Head Teacher: Prep: Adrian Palmer. College & Senior: Nick Gregory Admissions: Prep: Briony Armstrong. Senior: Fiona Lawson-Best Prep: briony.armstrong@wycliffe.co.uk Senior: Fiona.lawson-best@wycliffe.co.uk prep@wycliffe.co.uk, senior@wycliffe.co.uk Prep: 01453 820471. Senior: 01453 820412 boys and girls, 2-18 years 704, boys 402, girls 302 TYPE: Day, Flexi-Boarding, Boarding FEES: Nursery: £7.50 per hour, 20% discount for full-time attendance per term 47.5 hours per week per term. 10% discount for attendance between 32-47 hours per week per term. Lower Prep: Day Pupils (Per Term) from: £3,225. Prep: Day Pupils (Per Term) from £4,000. Flexi Boarding (Per Term) from £4,460. Full Boarding (Per Term) from £6,875 Senior: Day Pupils (Per Term) from £6,645. Flexi Boarding from £7,720. Full Boarding (Per Term) from £11,740 TYPICAL CLASS SIZE: Prep: 16. Senior: 18. Sixth Form: 6 FAITH: Inter–denominational. MOTTO: Bold and Loyal. ENTRANCE PROCEDURE: Prep School: Interview, taster day and report. Senior School: 13+ by interview, CE or scholarship. Sixth Form: Minimum of five GCSEs at Grade C. GENDER/AGES: TOTAL PUPILS:

School Philosophy: Our stated core purpose is ‘inspiring initiative, creating

community, stimulating success’ and these principles drive our actions. What makes Wycliffe distinctive is that people really matter here. Their differences and individual qualities are truly valued and respected and staff support every pupil to be the best that they can individually be.

Extra-curricular: At Wycliffe we strongly believe in developing the whole person. Whilst academic progress is a high priority we encourage our pupils to pursue an interest outside of the classroom, whether on stage, in the choir, on the sports field, up a mountain, on a river, or maybe even tending to the Wycliffe bees. Notable Achievements and Alumni: Number 1 UK School for Squash. Winner of Boarding School’s Association Boarding Extension or Refurbishment Award Sixth Form Open Evening for 2019 Entry – Wed 26th September, 5:30pm – 7:30pm. Prep School Open Morning – Sat 6th October, 10am – 12pm. Senior School Open Morning – Sat 6th October, 9am – 12pm www.wycliffe.co.uk

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A co-educational, day and boarding school from 2-13

‘‘It is possible to go and do anything after coming here.’’

A first class education in the North Dorset countryside

TATLER SCHOOLS GUIDE 2018

t. 01747 857914 | www.portregis.com | e. admissions@portregis.com

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Dorset - Gloucestershire

Bryanston School

Sherborne Girls

SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • BOARDING • CO-ED

SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • BOARDING • GIRLS

bryanston.co.uk

sherborne.com

Blandford Forum, DT11 OPX Headteacher: Ms S J Thomas Total pupils: 671

Sherborne, DT9 3QN Headteacher: Mrs J Dwyer Total pupils: 445

Canford School

Sunninghill Preparatory School

SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • BOARDING • CO-ED

PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Wimborne, BH21 3AD Headteacher: Mr Ben A M Vessey Total pupils: 640

Dorchester, DT1 1EB Headteacher: Mr John Thorpe Total pupils: 177

canford.com

sunninghillprep.co.uk

Castle Court School

Talbot Heath School

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Wimborne, BH21 3RF Headteacher: Mr Luke Gollings Total pupils: 355

castlecourt.com

Clayesmore Prep School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • FLEXI • WEEKLY • BOARDING • CO-ED

Blandford Forum, DT11 8PH Headteacher: Mr William Dunlop Total pupils: 239

clayesmore.com

Clayesmore Senior School SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • WEEKLY • BOARDING • CO-ED

Blandford Forum, DT11 8LL Headteacher: Mrs Jo Thomson Total pupils: 481

clayesmore.com

Dumpton School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Wimborne, BH21 7AF Headteacher: Mr A W Browning Total pupils: 352

dumpton.com

Hanford School PREP • DAY • BOARDING • GIRLS

Blandford, DT11 8HN Headteacher: Mr R.W.R Johnston Total pupils: 101

hanfordschool.co.uk

Knighton House NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • WEEKLY • FLEXI • BOARDING • GIRLS • CO-ED

Blandford, DT11 0PY Headteacher: Robin Gainher Total pupils: 114

knightonhouse.co.uk

Leweston School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • WEEKLY • FLEXI • BOARDING • GIRLS

Sherborne, DT9 6EN Headteacher: Mrs Kate Reynolds Total pupils: 300

leweston.co.uk

Milton Abbey School SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • BOARDING • CO-ED

Nr Blandford, DT11 0BZ Headteacher: Mr Magnus Bashaarat Total pupils: 229

miltonabbey.co.uk

The Park School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Bournemouth, BH8 9BJ Headteacher: Mrs M Dowler Total pupils: 362

parkschool.co.uk

Port Regis Preparatory School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • BOARDING • CO-ED

Shaftesbury, SP7 9QA Headteacher: Mr Stephen Ilett Total pupils: 306

portregis.com

• BOARDING • GIRLS

Bournemouth, BH4 9NJ Headteacher: Angharad Holloway and Sally Weber-Spokes Total pupils: 521

talbotheath.org

Yarrells School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Upton, BH16 5EU Headteacher: Mrs L Sharpe Total pupils: 252

yarrells.co.uk

Gloucestershire Airthrie School

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Cheltenham, GL50 2NY Headteacher: Mrs Jackson Total pupils: 171

airthrie-school.co.uk

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • WEEKLY • FLEXI • BOARDING • GIRLS

Bristol, BS9 3BA Headteacher: Mrs Rebecca Tear Total pupils: 448

badmintonschool.co.uk

Beaudesert Park School Stroud, GL6 9AF Headteacher: Chris Searson Total pupils: 436

beaudesert.gloucs.sch.uk NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Cheltenham, GL52 2QA Headteacher: Richard Backhouse Total pupils: 270

berkhamsted.org

Bredon School

BOARDING • CO-ED

Sherborne, DT9 3NY Headteacher: Mr N Folland Total pupils: 238

sherborneprep.org

Sherborne International SENIOR • BOARDING • CO-ED

Sherborne, DT9 4EZ Headteacher: Tim Waters Total pupils: 138

sherborne-international.org

Sherborne School SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • BOARDING • BOYS

Sherborne, DT9 3AP Headteacher: Mr Dominic Luckett Total pupils: 554

sherborne.org

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Beaudesert Park School, Gloucestershire Minchinhampton, Gloucestershire GL6 9AF

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • 6TH FORM • SENIOR • DAY • WEEKLY • BOARDING • CO-ED

Nr Tewkesbury, GL20 6AH Headteacher: Koen Claeys Total pupils: 231

bredonschool.org

Bristol Grammar School PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • CO-ED

Bristol, BS8 1SR Headteacher: Mr R I MacKinnon Total pupils: 956

bristolgrammarschool.co.uk

Butcombe, Clifton College Pre-Preparatory School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Bristol, BS8 3EZ Headteacher: Mrs Jo Newman Total pupils: 240

cliftoncollege.com

Cheltenham College Prep School Cheltenham, GL53 7AB Headteacher: Mr Tom O’Sullivan Total pupils: 392

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • WEEKLY • FLEXI •

kingsleyschoolbideford.co.uk

Berkhamsted School

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • WEEKLY • BOARDING

Sherborne Preparatory School

kingsleyschoolbideford.co.uk

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • WEEKLY • FLEXI • CO-ED

PREP (FROM AGE 9) • SENIOR • DAY • BOARDING • GIRLS

stmarys.eu

NURSERY TO SIXTH FORM

Badminton School

St Mary’s School Shaftesbury, SP7 9LP Headteacher: Mrs Maria Young Total pupils: 250

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PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • WEEKLY •FLEXI

• CO-ED

cheltenhamcollege.org

Cheltenham College SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • WEEKLY • BOARDING • CO-ED

Cheltenham, GL53 7LD Headteacher: Mrs Nicola Huggett Total pupils: 661

cheltenhamcollege.org

The Cheltenham Ladies’ College SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • BOARDING • GIRLS

Cheltenham, GL50 3EP Headteacher: Ms Eve Jardine-Young Total pupils: 656

cheltladiescollege.org

Clifton College Preparatory School

Head Teacher: Chris Searson Admissions: Theresa Yates-Round office@bps.school 01453 832 072 boys and girls, 3-13 years 450, boys 238, girls 212 TYPE: Day, Weekly, Flexi, Full Boarding FEES: Nursery – From £1,915 per term based on 5 sessions or 3 days per week. Pre-Prep – Day from £3,065 per term. Prep – Day from £4,200 per term. Weekly Boarding from £7,559. Flexi Boarding from £38 per night. ENTRANCE PROCEDURE: Please email or telephone to arrange a visit. GENDER/AGES: TOTAL PUPILS:

School Philosophy: Perennially popular, Beaudesert is a country school where

children can really enjoy being children while receiving an outstanding all-round education. Thirty acre grounds, small class sizes, fantastic facilities and a flexible approach to boarding and after-school care all help make Beaudesert a familyfriendly choice.

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • WEEKLY • BOARDING • CO-ED

Bristol, BS8 3HE Headteacher: Mr Jim Walton Total pupils: 400

cliftoncollegeuk.com/prep

Open Days: Friday 19th October between 9.30am and 12noon, or at other times to suit. www.beaudesert.gloucs.sch.uk

SOUTH WEST

Economist Pianist Rugby Player SAM, AGE 14

Millfield and Millfield Prep’s next Open Day is Saturday 6 October

millfieldschool.com/mymillfield

Westonbirt School is to accept day boys into Year 7 from September 2019 NEXT OPEN DAY SAT 6 OCT 9AM-12PM Bookings at www.westonbirt.org/admissions/open-days Day Fee £4,995/term; Boarding Fee £9,750/term E: admissions@westonbirt.org T: 01666 881301 www.westonbirt.org

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Gloucestershire - Somerset Clifton College

St Edward’s Prep School

SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • WEEKLY • BOARDING • CO-ED

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Bristol, BS8 3JH Headteacher: Dr Tim Greene Total pupils: 695

cliftoncollegeuk.com/upper

St Edward’s Senior School

NURSERY • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • BOARDING •

SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • CO-ED

Bristol, BS8 3JD Headteacher: Dr A Neill Total pupils: 502

cliftonhigh.bristol.sch.uk

Colston’s School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • CO-ED

Bristol, BS16 1BJ Headteacher: Mr Jeremy McCullough Total pupils: 502

colstons.bristol.sch.uk

Dean Close Preparatory School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • BOARDING • CO-ED

Cheltenham, GL51 6QS Headteacher: Mr Paddy Moss Total pupils: 400

deanclose.org.uk

Dean Close School SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • BOARDING • CO-ED

stedwards.co.uk

Tockington Manor NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • WEEKLY • BOARDING • CO-ED

Bristol, BS32 4NY Headteacher: Mr Stephen Symonds Total pupils: 196

tockingtonmanorschool.com

Westonbirt Prep School PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Tetbury, GL8 8QG Headteacher: Mr Sean Price Total pupils: 140

westonbirt.org

Westonbirt School SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • WEEKLY • FLEXI • BOARDING • GIRLS

Tetbury, GL8 8QG Headteacher: Mrs Natasha Dangerfield Total pupils: 172

deanclose.org.uk

westonbirt.org

The Downs School

Wycliffe College

PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY •

thedownsschool.co.uk

Fairfield School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Bristol, BS48 3PD Headteacher: Mrs L Barton Total pupils: 103

fairfield.school

Hatherop Castle Preparatory School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • BOARDING • CO-ED

Cirencester, GL7 3NB Headteacher: Mr Nigel Reed Total pupils: 158

hatheropcastle.co.uk

Hopelands School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Stonehouse, GL10 2AD Headteacher: Mrs Sheila Bradburn Total pupils: 88

hopelands.org.uk

The King’s School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • CO-ED

Gloucester, GL1 2BG Headteacher: Mr David Morton Total pupils: 541

thekingsschool.co.uk

Kitebrook House NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • WEEKLY • FLEXI • CO-ED

Moreton-in-Marsh, GL56 0RP Headteacher: Mrs Susan McLean Total pupils: 108

kitebrookhouse.com

Queen Elizabeth’s Hospital Bristol, BS8 1JX Headteacher: Mr S W Holliday Total pupils: 673

BOARDING • CO-ED

Stonehouse, GL10 2JQ Headteacher: Mr Nick Gregory Total pupils: 399

wycliffe.co.uk

Somerset

All Hallows Preparatory School PREP • DAY • BOARDING • CO-ED

Shepton Mallet, BA4 4SF Headteacher: Dr Trevor Richards Total pupils: 271

allhallowsschool.co.uk

Bruton School for Girls NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY •

SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • GIRLS

Bristol, BS9 3AW Headteacher: Mrs I Tobias Total pupils: 470

redmaids.co.uk

kingsleyschoolbideford.co.uk

downside.co.uk

Hazlegrove NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • WEEKLY • BOARDING • CO-ED

Sparkford, BA22 7JA Headteacher: Mark White Total pupils: 378

hazlegrove.co.uk

King Edward’s Junior School PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Bath, BA2 6JA Headteacher: Mr Greg Taylor Total pupils: 190

kesbath.com

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • JUNIOR • SENIOR • 6TH FORM •

Bath, BA2 6HU Headteacher: Mr Martin J Boden Total pupils: 744

kesbath.com

King’s College Taunton SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • WEEKLY • FLEXI • BOARDING • CO-ED

Taunton, TA1 3LA Headteacher: Mr RR Biggs Total pupils: 448

kings-taunton.co.uk

King’s Hall School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • WEEKLY •

BOARDING • CO-ED

rendcombcollege.org.uk

kingshalltaunton.co.uk

Taunton, TA2 8AA Headteacher: Mr Justin Chippendale Total pupils: 289

The Richard Pate School

King’s Bruton

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • FLEXI • BOARDING • CO-ED

richardpate.co.uk

kingsbruton.com

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We do have several Open Days each year, but we welcome families for private tours of the school all year round.

Bath, BA3 4RJ Headteacher: Dr James Whitehead Total pupils: 348

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY •

Cheltenham, GL53 9RP Headteacher: Mr Robert A MacDonald Total pupils: 296

it has a large family atmosphere, children feel at home and supported whilst benefiting from a tailor-made education to build upon their talents and help target areas which need additional support.

SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • BOARDING • CO-ED

Rendcomb College Cirencester, GL7 7HA Headteacher: Rob Jones Total pupils: 411

School Philosophy: Thanks to Kingsley’s relatively small intake of 400 children

Downside School

DAY • CO-ED

The Red Maids’ School

TOTAL PUPILS:

brutonschool.co.uk

King Edward’s School

redmaids.co.uk

boys and girls, 0-18 years 400, boys 200, girls 200 TYPE: Day, Weekly, Flexi, Full Boarding FEES: Nursery – Day from £50, Weekly from £250, Pre-Prep – Day from £1,980 Prep – Day from £2,080, Flexi Boarding from £49 per night, Full Boarding from £5,580, Senior – Day from £4,220, Flexi Boarding from £49 per night, Weekly Boarding from £6,995, Full Boarding from £8,945 per term ENTRANCE PROCEDURE: Please see our website for details GENDER/AGES:

Bruton, BA10 0NT Headteacher: Mrs Nicola Botterill Total pupils: 227

The Red Maids’ Junior School Bristol, BS9 4DP Headteacher: Mrs Lisa Brown Total pupils: 116

Head Teacher: Mr Pete Last BA Hons (Cantab), Ad Dip Ed London, MEd Buckingham Admissions: Mrs Louise Wivell admissions@kingsleyschoolbideford.co.uk 01237 426200

WEEKLY • FLEXI • BOARDING • GIRLS

qehbristol.co.uk PREP • DAY • GIRLS

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Cheltenham, GL53 8EY Headteacher: Mrs Pat Clayfield Total pupils: 340

Cheltenham, GL51 6HE Headteacher: Mr B Salisbury Total pupils: 489

Bristol, BS48 1PF Headteacher: Chris Prosser Total pupils: 281

Northdown Road, Bideford, Devon, EX39 3LY

stedwards.co.uk

Clifton High School CO-ED

Kingsley School Bideford

Cheltenham, GL52 6NR Headteacher: Mr Stephen McKernan Total pupils: 310

Bruton, BA10 0ED Headteacher: Mr I S Wilmshurst Total pupils: 330

stay. play & discover the magic Enjoy a little piece of heaven in Cornwall with our luxury farm cottages – awarded best in England! Close to the Eden Project, Lost Gardens of Heligan and the beautiful south coast.

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SOUTH WEST St Margaret’s Preparatory School, Calne Curzon Street, Calne, Wiltshire SN11 0DF

Inspiring girls from 11–18

♦ All girls boarding and day school in Salisbury ♦ Academic excellence ♦ Outstanding pastoral care ♦ Scholarships and bursaries available

Head Teacher: Mrs Karen Cordon GLCM LLCM (TD) ALCM Admissions: Mrs Simone Hughes office@stmargaretsprep.org.uk 01249 857220 boys and girls, 3-11 years 200, boys 90, girls 110 Type: Day FEES: Nursery: Daily from £27.60 (morning sessions), Weekly £258.75 (5 full days). Pre-Prep: £3,300-£3,700 per term Prep: £4,045-£4,500 per term TYPICAL CLASS SIZE: Pre-Prep 12-14; Prep 14-18 MAIN EXIT SCHOOLS: St Mary’s Calne, Dauntsey’s, Prior Park College, Kingswood, King Edward’s Bath, The Royal High Bath, Warminster and Westonbirt. FAITH: Christian Motto: Commit to Excellence ENTRANCE PROCEDURE: Taster Days, School Report, Interview and Skills Assessment for children entering Prep. GENDER / AGES: TOTAL PUPILS:

FRANC

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www.godolphin.org

School Philosophy: Teaching throughout St Margaret’s is tailored to meet the

needs of the individual child. Children are encouraged to reflect and evaluate their own learning and with support identify their next steps. Specialist teachers offer a wide range of experiences and as a result, teaching delivers truly personalised learning for each child. Your child will join a school with real spirit and energy, which lives each day to the full. We purposefully pack excitement and learning experiences into every moment. Our staff are passionate about teaching and lessons are fun, vibrant and engaging. St Margaret’s is a place where friendships and special memories are created and where a love of learning is established.

Academic Record: St Margaret’s is extremely proud of its pupils’ academic achievements. The children are thoroughly prepared for entrance examinations to senior schools and St Margaret’s has an impressive record of success in academic and specialist subject scholarships, as well as consistently gaining entry to first-choice schools. The performing arts and sport both have very high profiles.

OPEN MORNINGS 29 SEPTEMBER 2018 17 NOVEMBER 2018

Extra-curricular: The extensive extra-curricular programme is designed to enrich every child’s experience whilst at the school. Not only does this include the traditional school clubs such as sport, music, gardening, cookery, dance and art, but it also includes the ‘hidden curriculum’ - what the children learn from the way they are treated and how they are expected to behave. It is important that pupils are enabled to grow into positive, responsible adults who can work and co-operate with others, whilst at the same time developing their knowledge and skills in order to achieve their true potential. Notable Achievements and Alumni: Naace ICT Mark Accreditation. Eco Schools Green Flag. Sing Up Platinum Award. Award-winning Chamber Choir. Youth Sport Trust Gold Quality Mark. Unicef Rights Respecting School. Individual visits welcome throughout the year. Open Morning 11 October 2018 www.stmargaretsprep.org.uk

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Kingswood Preparatory School

Shapwick School

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • WEEKLY •

SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • BOARDING • CO-ED

BOARDING • CO-ED

Nr Bridgwater, TA7 9NJ Headteacher: Mr A Wylie Total pupils: 115

Bath, BA1 5SD Headteacher: Mr Mark Brearey Total pupils: 331

kingswood.bath.sch.uk

Kingswood School SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • BOARDING • CO-ED

Bath, BA1 5RG Headteacher: Mr Simon Morris Total pupils: 709

kingswood.bath.sch.uk

Sidcot School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • BOARDING • CO-ED

Winscombe, BS25 1PD Headteacher: Mr Iain Kilpatrick Total pupils: 583

sidcot.org.uk

Sunny Hill Preparatory School

SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • WEEKLY • BOARDING • CO-ED

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • BOARDING • BOYS • CO-ED

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Bruton, BA10 0NT Headteacher: Mrs Helen Snow Total pupils: 50

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Millfield School

Taunton School

PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • BOARDING •

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY •

CO-ED

BOARDING • CO-ED

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Taunton, TA2 6AD Headteachers: Mr Lee Glaser and Mr Andrew Edwards Total pupils: 1009

Street, BA16 0YD Headteacher: Mr Gavin Horgan Total pupils: 1237

Monkton Pre-Prep NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Bath, BA2 5JN Headteacher: Mrs C Winchcombe Total pupils: 120

monktoncombeschool.com

Monkton Prep PREP • DAY • WEEKLY • FLEXI • BOARDING • CO-ED

Bath, BA2 7ET Headteacher: Mr M P Davis Total pupils: 115

monktoncombeschool.com

Monkton Senior SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • WEEKLY • FLEXI • BOARDING • CO-ED

Bath, BA2 7HG Headteacher: Chris Wheeler Total pupils: 641

monktoncombeschool.com

Paragon School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Bath, BA2 4LT Headteacher: Mr Andrew Harvey Total pupils: 279

paragonschool.co.uk

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Wellington School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • WEEKLY • FLEXI • BOARDING • CO-ED

Wellington, TA21 8NT Headteacher: Mr Henry Price Total pupils: 814

wellington-school.org.uk

WEEKLY • BOARDING • CO-ED

Head Teacher: Mr Ben Vessey, MA, MBA Admissions: The Registrar admissions@canford.com 01202 847207

Wells, BA5 2ST Headteacher: Mrs E Cairncross Total pupils: 706

GENDER / AGES:

Wells Cathedral School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY •

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Wiltshire

Appleford School PREP • SENIOR • DAY • WEEKLY • BOARDING • CO-ED

Nr Salisbury, SP3 4HL Headteacher: Mr David King Total pupils: 105

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Ashwicke Hall School

The Park School

SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • WEEKLY • FLEXI • BOARDING •

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY •

Wiltshire, SN14 8AG Headteacher: Mr John Nicholson Total pupils: 81

WEEKLY • FLEXI • BOARDING • CO-ED

Yeovil, BA20 1DH Headteacher: Mrs Jane M Huntington Total pupils: 186

parkschool.com

Perrott Hill NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • WEEKLY • BOARDING • CO-ED

Crewkerne, TA18 7SL Headteacher: Alexander McCullough Total pupils: 228

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Prior Park College SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • WEEKLY • BOARDING • CO-ED

Bath, BA2 5AH Headteacher: Mr James Murphy-O’Connor Total pupils: 579

priorparkcollege.com

Queen’s College NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • WEEKLY • BOARDING • CO-ED

Taunton, TA1 4QS Headteacher: Dr Lorraine Earps Total pupils: 553

queenscollege.org.uk

The Royal High School Junior and Nursery NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • WEEKLY • FLEXI • BOARDING • GIRLS

Bath, BA1 5ES Headteacher: Miss Heidi Hughes Total pupils: 150

royalhighbath.gdst.net

The Royal High School Senior and Sixth

CO-ED

ashwickehallschool.sabis.net

Chafyn Grove School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • BOARDING • CO-ED

Salisbury, SP1 1LR Headteacher: Simon Head Total pupils: 302

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Cricklade Manor Prep NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP DAY • WEEKLY • BOARDING • CO-ED

Cricklade, SN6 6BB Headteacher: Mr Guy Barrett Total pupils: 220

Co-curricular: Our success in external examinations and university offers

SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • BOARDING • CO-ED

Devizes, SN10 4HE Headteacher: Mr Mark Lascelles Total pupils: 799

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • BOARDING • GIRLS

Salisbury, SP1 2RB Headteacher: Ms Julia Miller Total pupils: 85

godolphin.org

Godolphin School SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • BOARDING • GIRLS

Salisbury, SP1 2RA Headteacher: Mrs Emma Hattersley Total pupils: 415

godolphin.org

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Corsham, SN13 0AP Headteacher: Ms Rebecca Mitchell Total pupils: 181

heywoodprep.com

Shapwick Prep

Leehurst Swan School

PREP • DAY • WEEKLY • BOARDING • CO-ED

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • DAY • CO-ED

shapwickschool.com

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surroundings are valuable things in a fast-moving age. When that place is as beautiful and inspiring as Canford, it enhances the quality of daily lives and encourages our pupils to set their sights high and to achieve their very best. The education is structured yet allows pupils to grow as individuals through exposure to a very wide range of opportunities. A vibrant atmosphere of intellectual curiosity aims to promote a lifelong love of learning and the school strives to ensure that pupils recognise the coherence across and connections between that learning in all contexts. It is an environment where pupils can truly flourish.

Godolphin Preparatory School

Dauntsey’s School

Heywood Prep School

Burtle, TA7 8NJ Headteacher: Mr A Wylie Total pupils: 40

School Philosophy: A sense of place and the restorative powers of gracious

dauntseys.org

priorparkprep.com

GIRLS

royalhighbath.gdst.net

boys and girls, 13-18 years. boys 380, girls 273. TYPE: Day, Full Boarding. FEES: Senior – Daily from £27,723, Full Boarding from £36,420 per annum. FAITH: Church of England. MOTTO: Nisi Dominus Frustra. ENTRANCE PROCEDURE: Pre-assessment in Year 6 or 7 leading to Common Entrance, scholarship or our own entry tests in Year 8. At 16+, scholarship or our own entry test in the Autumn of Year 11. TOTAL PUPILS: 653,

Academic Record: Canford ranks highly among the top co-educational boarding schools in the UK based on A Level statistics and is a leader regionally. Last year nearly 1 in 5 of all grades were A*. 102 pupils have gained places at Oxbridge in the past decade and over 95% of pupils move on to top universities, the majority to Russell Group/Top 12. Over 100 pupils have gained coveted places at Medical Schools in the past ten years, with scholarships to US universities on the increase.

SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • WEEKLY • FLEXI • BOARDING •

Bath, BA1 5SZ Headteacher: Mrs Jo Duncan Total pupils: 691

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Mark College Highbridge, TA9 4NP Headteacher: Mr Chris Sweeney Total pupils: 78

Canford School Canford Magna, Wimborne, Dorset BH21 3AD

Salisbury, SP1 3BQ Headteacher: Mr Roger Leake Total pupils: 288

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derives, we believe, from a culture of learning, intellectual stimulation and a coherent education where pupils make connections between and across learning experiences, both inside and outside the classroom.

Notable Achievements and Alumni: Public School of the Year (runner up) twice in 3 years (Tatler). Recent National representation at U18s England Hockey and Welsh Athletics. Hockey, U16 girls 3rd in National Finals and a clean sweep of titles at County level. Hampshire Cricket and Bath Rugby selection. Places with the National Youth Theatre, National Youth Orchestra, National Wind Orchestra and National Youth Choir. Alumni: Sir Henry Cecil, Sir John Drummond, Ben Gollings, Alan Hollingsworth, Derek Jarman, General Sir Brian Kenny, Ore Oduba, Air Chief Marshal Sir Roger Palin, Viscount Portman, Nick Robertson, Earl of Shaftesbury. Open Days: Saturday 6 October 2018 and Saturday 27 April 2019. Private visits welcomed. www.canford.com

SOUTH WEST

“MONKTON IS A

SMALL SCHOOL WITH A BIG HEART,

NURTURED BY A STRONG

SENSE OF FAMILY

AND A TRADITIONAL BOARDING ETHOS.” An independent boarding and day co-ed school near Bath, England | Pre-Prep, Prep & Senior 2–18 year olds

www.monktoncombeschool.co.uk Open Mornings Senior School Saturday 15th September, 10am–1pm Pre-Prep and Prep Schools Saturday 6th October, 9.30am–12pm Guide to Independent Schools (senior) 129mm high x 202mm wide.indd 1

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Open Morning

Saturday 15th September at 10am

Co-educational school for day and boarding pupils which combines strong academic achievement and superb facilities with excellent pastoral care.

Tatler: Alun Callendar

We would be delighted to welcome you and your family for a tour of the school.

t.frankpitt@blundells.org 01884 252543 www.blundells.org Tiverton Devon EX16 4DN

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SOUTH WEST Wiltshire

Marlborough College

SENIOR • 6TH FORM • FLEXI • BOARDING • CO-ED

Marlborough, SN8 1PA Headteacher: Ms Louise Moelwyn-Hughes Total pupils: 926

marlboroughcollege.org

Meadowpark School

Salisbury Cathedral School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • WEEKLY • FLEXI • BOARDING • CO-ED

Salisbury, SP1 2EQ Headteacher: Mr Clive Marriott Total pupils: 185

salisburycathedralschool.com

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Swindon, SN6 6DD Headteacher: Mrs Rajvinder Kular Total pupils: 173

Sandroyd School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • WEEKLY • FLEXI • BOARDING • CO-ED

meadowparkschool.co.uk

Pinewood School

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • WEEKLY • FLEXI • BOARDING • CO-ED

Salisbury, SP5 5QD Headteacher: Mr Alastair Speers Total pupils: 204

sandroyd.org

Shrivenham, SN6 8HZ Headteacher: Mr Philip John Hoyland Total pupils: 406

Stepping Stones Pre-Prep and Nursery School

St Francis School

Marlborough, SN8 3JT Headteacher: Sue Corfield Total pupils: 109

pinewoodschool.co.uk

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Pewsey, SN9 5NT Headteacher: Mr David Sibson Total pupils: 241

CHAFYN GROVE Excellent Co-educational Day & Boarding School from 3-13

Open Mornings

Friday 5th October 10.00am – 12.30pm Saturday 6th October 10.00am – 12.30pm

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • DAY • CO-ED

steppingstonesfroxfield.com

Stonar School

st-francis.wilts.sch.uk

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY •

St Margaret’s Preparatory School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Calne, SN11 0DF Headteacher: Mrs K E Cordon Total pupils: 220

WEEKLY • FLEXI • BOARDING • CO-ED

Melksham, SN12 8NT Headteacher: Dr Sally Divall Total pupils: 321

stonarschool.com

Warminster School

stmargaretsprep.org.uk

St Mary’s Calne

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY •

SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • BOARDING • GIRLS

FLEXI • BOARDING • CO-ED

Calne, SN11 0DF Headteacher: Dr Felicia Kirk Total pupils: 348

Warminster, BA12 8PJ Headteacher: Mr Mark D Mortimer Total pupils: 498

stmaryscalne.org

warminsterschool.org.uk

Please call to book your tour

www.chafyngrove.co.uk

01722 333423

Chafyn Grove, Bourne Avenue, Salisbury, Wiltshire SP1 1LR

All Hallows Prep School Cranmore Hall, East Cranmore, Somerset BA4 4SF

Head Teacher: Dr Trevor Richards CPsychol Admissions: Mrs Jackie Truelove admissions@allhallowsschool.co.uk 01749 881609 boys and girls, 3 - 13 years 265, boys 146, girls 119 TYPE: Day, Flexi, Weekly, Boarding FEES: Nursery: £49 per day. Day: £2,650 - £5,135. Boarding: £6,800 - £7785. ENTRANCE PROCEDURE: Informal assessment on taster days. GENDER/AGES: TOTAL PUPILS:

What makes your heart sing? School tours and visits welcome throughout the year.

School Philosophy: The children’s happiness and wellbeing underpin everything at All Hallows and resulting pupil outcomes are superb - 65% of Year 8 children gained scholarships or awards in 2018, including 11 academic scholarships and awards. Outstanding opportunities for creative design, art, music and sport. Stunning rural location close to Bath, Frome and Bruton.

Open Days: Termly and visitors welcome at any time by appointment. www.allhallowsschool.co.uk

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www.exetercs.org 01392 255298 @ECSprepschool

limitless possibilities

Co-educational | 2 to 18 | Day | Boarding 0117 405 8417 | cliftoncollege.com

SOUTH WEST

Our individuality makes us different

â€œ..an environment suited to girls with big goals and academic aspirations.â€? For more information or to arrange a visit contact: E: admissions@brutonschool.co.uk T: 01749 814400 W: www.brutonschool.co.uk

We would be delighted to welcome you and your family to our

Open Morning on Saturday 6th October

Tour the school with pupils and meet the staff from 9.30am.

Reserve your place today prep@blundells.org 01884 252393 www.blundells.org/prep Tiverton Devon EX16 4NA 174

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East Anglia

Cromer 6

This map illustrates the location of some of our leading independent schools in this region. A directory of schools, listed by county, follows this page.

Map not to scale.

EAST ANGLIA

NORFOLK

Cambridgeshire CAMBRIDGE CAMBRIDGESHIRE

1 Mander Portman Woodward

Essex COLCHESTER 2 St Mary’s School

1 Cambridge

SUFFOLK

FELSTED 3 Felsted Preparatory School WOODFORD GREEN 4 Bancroft’s School

ESSEX 2 Colchester

5 St Aubyn’s School 3 Felsted

Norfolk CROMER 6 Beeston Hall School Woodford Green 4 5

St Mary's ad The Guide to Independent Schools Autumn 2018 129mm h x 99mm w_Layout

An independent HMC day school for children aged 7-18 years

Bancroft’s School A Tradition of Excellence

High Road, Woodford Green, Essex IG8 0RF 0208 505 4821 www.bancrofts.org “A splendid school, catering for bright children and those who will seize opportunities.” Good Schools Guide Generous means tested awards, academic and music scholarships

Happy. High achieving. A flying start to learning for girls and boys aged 3-4 in our purpose-built Kindergarten. Excellent academic results and opportunities for the arts, music, sport and adventure at our Lower School for girls aged 4-11 and Senior School for girls aged 11-16.

St Mary’s Colchester

Come along to our Autumn 2018 Open Days, contact our Registrar: 01206 594180 registrar@stmaryscolchester.org.uk www.stmaryscolchester.org.uk

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EAST ANGLIA

Cambridgeshire - Essex - Norfolk

Cambridgeshire

Bellerbys College Cambridge SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • BOARDING • CO-ED

Cambridge, (Queens Campus), CB2 1LU Headteacher: Mr Nicholas Waite Total pupils: 234

Felsted Preparatory School

St Cedd’s School

PRE-PREP • 6TH FORM • DAY • CO-ED • JUNIOR • SENIOR •

PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • FLEXI • BOARDING • CO-ED

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

felsted.org

stcedds.co.uk

DAY • GIRLS

Cambridge, CB2 1HF Headteacher: Miss Tricia Kelleher Total pupils: 1078

stephenperse.com

bellerbys.com

Whitehall School

Cambridge Centre for Sixth Form Studies (CCSS)

NURSERY • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

6TH FORM • DAY • BOARDING • CO-ED

Cambridge, CB1 2JF Headteacher: Mr Stuart Nicholson Total pupils: 151

ccss.co.uk

Cambridge International School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • DAY • CO-ED

Cambridge, CB1 8DW Headteacher: Mrs Philippa Mills Total pupils: 337

cambridgeinternationalschool.co.uk

CATS College Cambridge SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • BOARDING • CO-ED

Cambridge, CB5 8AD Headteacher: Craig Wilson Total pupils: 384

catscollege.com

Kimbolton School

PREP • SENIOR • DAY • WEEKLY • FLEXI • BOARDING • CO-ED

Huntingdon, PE28 0EA Headteacher: Mr J Belbin Total pupils: 973

kimbolton.cambs.sch.uk

King’s College School

PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • WEEKLY • BOARDING • CO-ED

Cambridge, CB3 9DN Headteacher: Yvette Day Total pupils: 417

kcs.cambs.sch.uk

King’s Ely

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY •BOARDING • CO-ED

Ely, CB7 4DB Headteacher: Mrs Susan Freestone Total pupils: 465

kingsely.org

The Leys School

SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • BOARDING • CO-ED

Cambridge, CB2 7AD Headteacher: Mr Martin Priestley Total pupils: 566

theleys.net

Mander Portman Woodward 6TH FORM • BOARDING • DAY • CO-ED

Cambridge, CB2 1JE Headteacher: Mr Markus Bernhardt Total pupils: 200

mpw.ac.uk

The Perse School

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • DAY • CO-ED

Cambridge, CB2 8QF Headteachers: Mr Edward Elliott Total pupils: 1529

perse.co.uk

The Peterborough School

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • CO-ED

Peterborough, PE3 6AP Headteacher: Mr Adrian Meadows Total pupils: 525

thepeterboroughschool.co.uk

St Faith’s School

PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Cambridge, CB2 8AG Headteacher: Mr Nigel Helliwell Total pupils: 546

stfaiths.co.uk

St John’s College School PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • BOARDING • CO-ED

Cambridge, CB3 9AA Headteacher: Neil Chippington Total pupils: 457

sjcs.co.uk

St Mary’s Junior School PREP • DAY • GIRLS

Cambridge, CB2 7EB Headteacher: Mr Matthew O’Reilly Total pupils: 165

stmaryscambridge.co.uk

St Mary’s Senior School

SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • WEEKLY • BOARDING • GIRLS

Cambridge, CB2 1LY Headteacher: Ms Charlotte Avery Total pupils: 663

stmaryscambridge.co.uk

Sancton Wood School

Somersham, PE28 3EH Headteacher: Ms Rebecca Hutley Total pupils: 64

whitehallschool.com

Wisbech Grammar School PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • CO-ED

Wisbech, PE13 1JX Headteacher: Mr Chris N Staley Total pupils: 545

wisbechgrammar.com

Essex

Alleyn Court Preparatory School PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Southend-on-Sea, SS3 0PW Headteacher: Mr R Snow Total pupils: 311

alleyn-court.co.uk

Avon House Preparatory School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Woodford Green, IG8 0PN Headteacher: Mrs Amanda Campbell Total pupils: 197

avonhouseschool.co.uk

Bancroft’s School PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • CO-ED

Woodford Green, IG8 0RF Headteachers: Simon Marshall Total pupils: 1131

bancrofts.org

Belmont Day Nursery NURSERY • DAY • CO-ED

Ilford, IG1 1YW Total pupils: 53

belmontdaynursery.com

Braeside School for Girls NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • DAY • GIRLS

Buckhurst Hill, IG9 5SD Headteacher: Claire Osborn Total pupils: 175

braesideschool.co.uk

Brentwood Prep School PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Brentwood, CM15 8EQ Headteacher: Mr Jason Whiskerd Total pupils: 408

brentwoodschool.co.uk

Brentwood School

Chelmsford, CM2 0AR Headteacher: Dr Pamela Edmonds Total pupils: 405

Felsted School

St John’s School

SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • FLEXI • BOARDING • CO-ED

Billericay, CM12 0AR Headteacher: Mrs F S Armour Total pupils: 325

Gidea Park College

St Margaret’s Preparatory School

felsted.org

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Romford, RM 2 5JR Acting Headteacher: Ms Katherine Whiskerd Total pupils: 173

gideaparkcollege.co.uk

Gosfield School PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • BOARDING • CO-ED

Halstead, CO9 1PF Headteacher: Mr Guy Martyn Total pupils: 213

gosfieldschool.org.uk

Heathcote School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Danbury, CM3 4QB Headteacher: Ms Caroline Forgeron Total pupils: 98

heathcoteschool.co.uk

Holmwood House Nursery School NURSERY • DAY • CO-ED

Colchester, CO6 4DX Headteachers: Mrs F C Taylor Total pupils: 45

holmwood.essex.sch.uk

Holmwood House Preparatory School PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • WEEKLY • FLEXI • BOARDING • CO-ED

Colchester, CO3 9ST Headteacher: Mr Alexander J Mitchell Total pupils: 285

holmwood.essex.sch.uk

Littlegarth School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Colchester, CO6 4JR Headteacher: Mr Peter Jones Total pupils: 340

littlegarth.essex.sch.uk

Loyola Preparatory School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • BOYS

Buckhurst Hill, IG9 5NH Headteacher: Mrs Kirsty Anthony Total pupils: 199

loyola.essex.sch.uk

Maldon Court School PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

brentwoodschool.co.uk

maldoncourtschool.org

Chigwell School

New Hall School

PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • CO-ED

Chigwell, IG7 6QF Headteacher: Mr Michael Punt Total pupils: 886

chigwell-school.org

Colchester High School NURSERY • JUNIOR • PREP • SENIOR • DAY • CO-ED

Colchester, CO3 3HD Headteacher: Mr David J Young Total pupils: 502

colchesterhighschool.co.uk

Coopersale Hall School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Epping, CM16 7PE Headteacher: Miss Kaye Lovejoy Total pupils: 264

coopersalehallschool.co.uk

The Daiglen School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Buckhurst Hill, IG9 5LG Headteacher: P Dear Total pupils: 155

daiglenschool.co.uk

Dame Bradbury’s School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Saffron Walden, CB10 2AL Headteacher: Mrs Tracy Handford Total pupils: 220

damebradburys.com

Elm Green Preparatory School

sanctonwood.co.uk

elmgreen.essex.sch.uk

Chelmsford, CM3 4SU Headteacher: Mrs A E Milner Total pupils: 200

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • DAY • CO-ED

Felsted, CM6 3LL Headteacher: Mr Christopher Townsend Total pupils: 534

Brentwood, CM15 8EE Headteachers: Mr Ian Davies Total pupils: 1591

PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

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Felsted, CM6 3JL Headteacher: Mr Tristan Searle Total pupils: 487

Maldon, CM9 4QE Headteachers: Mrs Elaine Mason and Mrs Loraine Guest Total pupils: 148

SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • BOARDING • CO-ED

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • DAY • CO-ED

Cambridge, CB1 2EZ Headteacher: Mr Richard Settle Total pupils: 202

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The Stephen Perse Foundation

PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • WEEKLY • BOARDING • CO-ED

Chelmsford, CM3 3HS Headteacher: Mrs Katherine Jeffrey Total pupils: 1166

newhallschool.co.uk

Oaklands School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Loughton, IG10 4RA Headteacher: Mrs S Belej Total pupils: 245

oaklandsschool.co.uk

Park School for Girls PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • DAY • GIRLS

Ilford, IG1 4RS Headteacher: Mrs Androulla Nicholas Total pupils: 172

parkschool.org.uk

Raphael Independent School PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • CO-ED

Hornchurch, RM11 1XY Headteacher: Ms Claudette Salmon Total pupils: 135

raphaelschool.com

St Anne’s Preparatory School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Chelmsford, CM2 0AW Headteacher: Mrs F Pirrie Total pupils: 153

stannesprep.co.uk

St Aubyn’s School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Woodford Green, IG8 9DU Headteacher: Mr Leonard Blom Total pupils: 521

staubyns.com

stjohnsschool.net

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Halstead, CO9 1SE Headteacher: Callum Douglas Total pupils: 192

stmargaretsprep.com

St Mary’s School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • DAY • GIRLS

Colchester, CO3 3RB Headteacher: Mrs Hilary Vipond Total pupils: 384

stmaryscolchester.org.uk

St Michael’s Preparatory School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Leigh-on-Sea, SS9 2LP Headteacher: Mr Stephen Tompkins Total pupils: 280

stmichaelsschool.com

St Nicholas School PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • DAY • CO-ED

Old Harlow, CM17 0NJ Headteacher: David Brown Total pupils: 402

saintnicholasschool.net

St Philomena’s Catholic School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Frinton-on-Sea, CO13 9HQ Headteacher: Mrs Barbara McKeown Total pupils: 115

stphilomenas.com

Thorpe Hall School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • DAY • CO-ED

Southend-on-Sea, SS1 3RD Headteacher: Mr Andrew Hampton Total pupils: 360

thorpehall.southend.sch.uk

Trinity School PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • CO-ED

Brentwood, CM14 5TB Headteacher: Magali Ellis Total pupils: 180

trinityschool.ac

Ursuline Preparatory School PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Brentwood, CM13 3HR Headteacher: Mrs P Wilson Total pupils: 165

ursulineprepwarley.co.uk

The Ursuline Preparatory School Ilford NURSERY • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Ilford, IG1 4QR Headteacher: Mrs McNaughton Total pupils: 199

urspsi.org.uk

Widford Lodge NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Chelmsford, CM2 9AN Headteacher: Mr S C Trowell Total pupils: 254

widfordlodge.co.uk

Woodford Green Prep School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Woodford Green, IG8 0BZ Headteacher: Mr Jonathan P Wadge Total pupils: 371

wgprep.co.uk

Woodlands Schools, Great Warely NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Brentwood, CM13 3LA Headteacher: Mr David Bell Total pupils: 126

woodlandsschools.co.uk

Woodlands Schools, Hutton Manor NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Brentwood, CM13 1SD Headteacher: Ms Paula Hobbs Total pupils: 197

woodlandsschools.co.uk

Norfolk

Aurora Eccles School JUNIOR • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • WEEKLY • FLEXI • BOARDING • CO-ED

Nr Norwich, NR16 2NZ Headteacher: Chris Brown Total pupils: 130

the-aurora-group.com

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Beeston Hall School

Town Close House Prep School

PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • BOARDING • CO-ED

PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Queen’s House Pre-Preparatory, Woodbridge School

townclose.com

Woodbridge, IP12 4NH Headteacher: Mr John Brett Total pupils: 112

Cromer, NR27 9NQ Headteacher: Mr Fred de Falbe Total pupils: 150

beestonhall.co.uk

Glebe House School and Nursery NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • BOARDING • CO-ED

Hunstanton, PE36 6HW Headteacher: Mr John Crofts Total pupils: 176

glebehouseschool.co.uk

Gresham’s Pre-Prep School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Holt, NR25 6BB Headteacher: Mrs Sarah Hollingsworth Total pupils: 127

greshams.com

Gresham’s Prep School PREP • DAY • FLEXI • BOARDING • CO-ED

Holt, NR25 6EY Headteacher: Mr J H W Quick Total pupils: 321

greshams.com

Gresham’s School SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • BOARDING • CO-ED

Holt, NR25 6EA Headteacher: Mr Douglas Robb Total pupils: 463

greshams.com

Hethersett Old Hall School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • WEEKLY • FLEXI • BOARDING • GIRLS • CO-ED

Norwich, NR9 3DW Headteacher: Mr Stephen Crump Total pupils: 164

hohs.co.uk

Langley School SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • WEEKLY • FLEXI • BOARDING • CO-ED

Norwich, NR14 6BJ Headteacher: Mr Dominic Findlay Total pupils: 720

langleyschool.co.uk

Langley Prep School at Taverham Hall NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • WEEKLY • FLEXI • BOARDING • CO-ED

Norwich, NR8 6HU Headteacher: Mr Mike Crossley Total pupils: 290

taverhamhall.co.uk

Norwich High School for Girls NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • GIRLS

Norwich, NR2 2HU Headteacher: Kirsty von Malaisé Total pupils: 609

norwichhigh.gdst.net

Norwich School PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • CO-ED

Norwich, NR1 4DD Headteacher: Mr Steffan Griffiths Total pupils: 1044

norwich-school.org.uk

Notre Dame Preparatory School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Norwich, NR2 3TA Headteacher: Mr Kieran J O’Herlihy Total pupils: 202

notredameprepschool.co.uk

Riddlesworth Hall Preparatory School PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • WEEKLY • FLEXI • BOARDING • CO-ED

Nr Diss, IP22 2TA Headteacher: Mrs S Judd Total pupils: 57

riddlesworthhall.com

Sacred Heart School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • DAY • WEEKLY • BOARDING • CO-ED

Swaffham, PE37 7QW Headteacher: Sister Francis Ridler Total pupils: 108

sacredheartschool.co.uk

St Nicholas House School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

North Walsham, NR28 9AT Headteacher: Mr Philip Oldroyd Total pupils: 59

stnicholashouse.com

Suffolk

The Abbey Preparatory, Woodbridge School PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Woodbridge, IP12 1DS Headteacher: Ms Nicola Mitchell Total pupils: 230

Woodbridgeschool.org.uk

Barnardiston Hall Preparatory NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • BOARDING • CO-ED

Nr Haverhill, CB9 7TG Headteacher: Mr Keith Boulter Total pupils: 218

barnardiston-hall.co.uk

Culford School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • FLEXI • BOARDING • CO-ED

Bury St Edmunds, IP28 6TX Headteacher: Mr J F Johnson Munday Total pupils: 660

The Royal Hospital School

PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • WEEKLY • FLEXI • BOARDING • CO-ED

Ipswich, IP9 2RX Headteacher: Mr S Lockyer Total pupils: 687

royalhospitalschool.org

Saint Felix School

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • WEEKLY • BOARDING • CO-ED

Southwold, IP18 6SD Headteacher: Mr James Harrison Total pupils: 292

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Bury St Edmunds, IP33 2BT Headteacher: Mr M Watch Total pupils: 244

southlee.co.uk

Stoke College

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • DAY • WEEKLY • BOARDING • CO-ED

Sudbury, CO10 8JE Headteacher: Mr F Thompson Total pupils: 166

stokecollege.co.uk

Woodbridge School

SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • WEEKLY • BOARDING • CO-ED

Woodbridge, IP12 4JH Headteacher: Nicola Mitchell Total pupils: 578

woodbridgeschool.org.uk

stfelix.co.uk

St Joseph’s College

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • FLEXI • BOARDING • CO-ED

Ipswich, IP2 9DR Headteacher: Mrs D Clarke Total pupils: 551

stjos.co.uk

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Newmarket, CB8 7AA Headteacher: Dr Lynda Brereton Total pupils: 99

fairsteadhouseschool.co.uk

Finborough School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • WEEKLY • FLEXI • BOARDING • CO-ED

Stowmarket, IP14 3EF Headteacher: Mr Steven Clarke Total pupils: 321

finboroughschool.co.uk

Framlingham College SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • BOARDING • CO-ED

Woodbridge, IP13 9EY Headteacher: Mr P B Taylor Total pupils: 409

framcollege.co.uk

Framlingham College Prep NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • BOARDING • CO-ED

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Nr Woodbridge, IP13 7AH Headteacher: Mr Matthew King Total pupils: 224

framcollege.co.uk/our-school/ prep-school

Ipswich High School NURSERY • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • CO-ED • DIAMOND MODEL

Ipswich, IP9 1AZ Headteacher: Ms Oona Carlin Total pupils: 476

ipswichhighschool.co.uk

Ipswich Preparatory School

ORWELL PARK SCHOOL

NURSERY • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Ipswich, IP1 3QW Headteacher: Ms Amanda Childs Total pupils: 310

ipswich.suffolk.sch.uk

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Ipswich School SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • BOARDING • CO-ED

Ipswich, IP1 3SG Headteacher: Mr Nicholas Weaver Total pupils: 747

ipswich.suffolk.sch.uk

Moreton Hall Preparatory School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • WEEKLY • FLEXI • BOARDING • CO-ED

Bury St Edmunds, IP32 7BJ Headteacher: Mr Chris Moxon Total pupils: 109

moretonhallprep.org

Old Buckenham Hall School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • WEEKLY • FLEXI • BOARDING • CO-ED

Ipswich, IP7 7PH Headteacher: Mr Thomas O’Sullivan Total pupils: 195

obh.co.uk

The Old School Henstead NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Nr Beccles, NR34 7LG Headteacher: Mr W J McKinney Total pupils: 97

theoldschoolhenstead.co.uk

Orwell Park NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • WEEKLY • FLEXI •

CO-ED

BOARDING • CO-ED

independentschoolparent.com

woodbridgeschool.org.uk/pre-prep

South Lee School

Fairstead House School

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY •

thetgram.norfolk.sch.uk

PRE-PREP • DAY • CO-ED

culford.co.uk

Thetford Grammar School Thetford, IP24 3AF Headteacher: Mark S Bedford Total pupils: 262

178

Norwich, NR2 2LR Headteacher: Mr Nick Bevington Total pupils: 468

Ipswich, IP10 0ER Headteacher: Mr Adrian Brown Total pupils: 279

orwellpark.co.uk

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EAST MIDLANDS

East Midlands This map illustrates the location of some of our leading independent schools in this region. A directory of schools, listed by county, follows this page.

DERBYSHIRE

LINCOLNSHIRE

4 Derby

Bedfordshire

Northamptonshire

BEDFORD

NR BRACKLEY

1 Bedford Modern School

7 Beachborough School

2 Bedford School

PITSFORD

3 Polam School

8 Pitsford School

Derbyshire

Rutland

DERBY

OAKHAM

4 Repton School

9 Oakham School

MILTON

UPPINGHAM

5 Foremarke Hall School

10 Uppingham School

5 Milton

9 Oakham

Stamford

NORTHAMPTONSHIRE

8 Pitsford

Lincolnshire

Nr Brackley

STAMFORD

Bedford Girls’ School

PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • GIRLS

Bedford, MK42 0BX Headteacher: Miss Jo MacKenzie Total pupils: 950

bedfordgirlsschool.co.uk

Bedford Modern School PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • CO-ED

Bedford, MK41 7NT Headteacher: Mr Alex Tate Total pupils: 1199

bedmod.co.uk

Bedford School

PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • BOARDING • BOYS

Bedford, MK40 2TU Headteacher: Mr James Hodgson Total pupils: 1079

bedfordschool.org.uk

Rushmoor School

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • DAY • CO-ED

Bedford, MK40 2DL Headteacher: Mr Ian M Daniel Total pupils: 327

rushmoorschool.co.uk

St Andrew’s School

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • DAY • CO-ED

Bedford, MK40 2PA Headteacher: Mr Ian Daniel Total pupils: 224

standrewsschoolbedford.com

Derbyshire

Barlborough Hall School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Chesterfield, S43 4TJ Headteacher: Mrs Karen Keeton Total pupils: 183

barlboroughhallschool.com

Orchard School and Nursery

Derby Grammar School

Barton-Le-Clay, MK45 4RB Headteacher: Mrs Anne Burton Total pupils: 100

Littleover, DE23 4BX Headteacher: Dr R Norris Total pupils: 272

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

orchardschool.org.uk

PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • BOYS

derbygrammar.co.uk

Pilgrims Pre-Preparatory School

Derby High School

Bedford, MK41 7QZ Headteacher: Mrs Jo Webster Total pupils: 348

Derby, DE23 3DT Headteacher: Mrs Denise Gould Total pupils: 541

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

pilgrims-school.info

PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • GIRLS

derbyhigh.derby.sch.uk

Polam School

Foremarke Hall

Bedford MK40 2BU Headteacher: Mrs Jessica Harris Total pupils: 118

Milton, DE65 6EJ Headteacher: Mr Robert Relton Total pupils: 455

DAY • CO-ED

polamschool.co.uk

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BEDFORDSHIRE 1 2 3 Bedford

6 Stamford School

Bedfordshire

10 Uppingham

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • BOARDING • CO-ED

foremarke.org.uk

Mount St Mary’s College SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • WEEKLY • BOARDING • CO-ED

Nr Sheffield, S21 3YL Headteacher: Dr Nicholas Cuddihy Total pupils: 259

msmcollege.com

Ockbrook School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • BOARDING • CO-ED

Ockbrook, DE72 3RJ Headteacher: Mr Tom Brooksby Total pupils: 374

ockbrooksch.co.uk

Repton School SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • BOARDING • CO-ED

Derby, DE65 6FH Headteacher: Alastair Land Total pupils: 656

repton.org.uk

S. Anselm’s School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • BOARDING • CO-ED

Bakewell, DE45 1DP Headteacher: Mr Peter Phillips Total pupils: 195

sanselms.co.uk

St Peter and St Paul PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Chesterfield, S41 0EF Headteacher: Mr Steven Horsley Total pupils: 126

stpeterpaul.co.uk

St Wystan’s School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Repton, DE65 6GE Headteacher: Mrs Karan Hopkinson Total pupils: 107

stwystans.org.uk

Leicestershire

The Dixie Grammar School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • CO-ED

Market Bosworth, CV13 0LE Headteacher: Mr Richard Lynn Total pupils: 461

dixie.org.uk

Fairfield Preparatory School KINDERGARTEN • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Loughborough, LE11 2AE Headteacher: Mr Andrew Earnshaw Total pupils: 487

lesfairfield.org

Grace Dieu Manor School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Thringstone, LE67 5UG Headteacher: Mrs Kewell Total pupils: 268

gracedieu.com

Leicester Grammar School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • CO-ED

Leicester, LE8 9FL Headteachers: Mr C P M King Total pupils: 1216

leicestergrammar.org.uk

Leicester High School for Girls NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • GIRLS

Leicester, LE2 2PP Headteacher: Mr Alan Whelpdate Total pupils: 373

leicesterhigh.co.uk

Loughborough Grammar School SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • WEEKLY • FLEXI • BOARDING • BOYS

Loughborough, LE11 2DU Headteacher: Mr Duncan Byrne Total pupils: 1001

lesgrammar.org

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Open Days 2018

Stamford School (Boys 11-18) Saturday 6th October

Stamford High School (Girls 11-18) Saturday 6th October

Stamford Junior School & Nursery School (Boys & Girls 3-11) Saturday 13th October

Sixth Form (Boys & Girls 16-18) Wednesday 10th October

To book your place, visit stamfordschools.co.uk or call us on 01780 750311

Beachborough

Independent Prep School for Ages 2½ to 13

Feeling Adventurous? Next Open Morning Come and explore today Friday 5th October 9:30am–12 midday

registrar@beachborough.com 01280 700071 Westbury, Nr Brackley, Buckinghamshire, NN13 5LB www.beachborough.com

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Lincolnshire - Northamptonshire - Nottinghamshire - Rutland Loughborough High School

Stamford High School (Girls)

SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • GIRLS

SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • WEEKLY • FLEXI • BOARDING •

Loughborough, LE11 2DU Headteacher: Mrs Gwen Byrom Total pupils: 602

GIRLS

leshigh.org

Manor House School PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • DAY • CO-ED

ses.lincs.sch.uk

Stamford Junior School

Ashby-de-la-Zouch, LE65 1BR Headteacher: A Messent Total pupils: 78

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • WEEKLY •

Our Lady’s Convent School

ses.lincs.sch.uk

manorhouseashby.co.uk

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • CO-ED • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • GIRLS

Loughborough, LE11 2DZ Headteacher: Dr Julian Murphy Total pupils: 245

olcs.leics.sch.uk

Ratcliffe College NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • WEEKLY • FLEXI • BOARDING • CO-ED

BOARDING • CO-ED

Stamford, PE9 2LR Headteacher: Mrs Emma Maria Smith Total pupils: 382

Stamford School (Boys) SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • WEEKLY • FLEXI • BOARDING • BOYS

Stamford, PE9 2BQ Headteacher: Nick Gallop Total pupils: 672

ses.lincs.sch.uk

Witham Hall PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • WEEKLY • FLEXI • BOARDING • CO-ED

Leicester, LE7 4SG Headteacher: Mr J P Reddin Total pupils: 802

Bourne, PE10 0JJ Headteacher: Mr Charles Welch Total pupils: 248

Tiny Tots Pre-School & Leicester International School

Northamptonshire

ratcliffe-college.co.uk

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Leicester, LE2 0AA Headteacher: Mr N Hussein Total pupils: 120

withamhall.com

Beachborough School

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • FLEXI • CO-ED

tinytotspre-school.co.uk

Nr Brackley, NN13 5LB Headteacher: Mr Christian Pritchard Total pupils: 380

Welbeck - The Defence Sixth Form College

Laxton Junior School

6TH FORM • DAY • BOARDING • CO-ED

Loughborough, LE12 8WD Headteacher: Mr Peter Middleton Total pupils: 321

dsfc.ac.uk

Lincolnshire

Ayscoughfee Hall School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Spalding, PE11 2TE Headteacher: Mrs Clare Ogden Total pupils: 147

ahs.me.uk

beachborough.com PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Oundle, PE8 4BX Headteacher: Mr Sam Robertson Total pupils: 259

laxtonjunior.org.uk

Maidford Montessori Nursery NURSERY • DAY • CO-ED

Maidford, NN12 8HT

Maidwell Hall PREP • DAY • WEEKLY • BOARDING • CO-ED

Northampton, NN6 9JG Headteacher: Mr R A Lankester Total pupils: 111

maidwellhall.co.uk

Copthill School

Northampton High School

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY •

Stamford, PE9 3AD Headteacher: Mr Jonathan Teesdale Total pupils: 315

GIRLS

copthill.com

Grantham Preparatory School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Grantham, NG31 7UF Headteacher: Mrs Kathryn Korcz Total pupils: 135

tgps.co.uk

Kirkstone House School PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • DAY • CO-ED

Nr Peterborough, PE6 9PA Headteacher: Mrs Corinne Jones Total pupils: 170

kirkstonehouseschool.co.uk

Lincoln Minster School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • WEEKLY • FLEXI • BOARDING • CO-ED

Lincoln, LN2 5RW Headteacher: JM Wallace Total pupils: 647

lincolnminsterschool.co.uk

Lincolnshire Montessori NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Stallingborough, DN41 8AJ Headteacher: Ms Sylvia Fields Total pupils: 64

lincolnshiremontessori.co.uk

St Hugh’s School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • WEEKLY • FLEXI • BOARDING • CO-ED

Woodhall Spa, LN10 6TQ Headteacher: Mr Chris Ward Total pupils: 185

st-hughs.lincs.sch.uk

St James’ School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • WEEKLY • FLEXI • BOARDING • CO-ED

Grimsby, DN34 4SY Headteacher: Dr John Malcolm Price Total pupils: 244

saintjamesschool.co.uk

St Martin’s Preparatory School PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Grimsby, DN34 5AA Headteacher: Mr S Thompson Total pupils: 124

stmartinsprep.co.uk

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Stamford, PE9 2LL Headteacher: Mrs Vicky Buckman Total pupils: 601

independentschoolparent.com

Hollygirt School

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • DAY • CO-ED

Nottingham, NG3 4GF Headteacher: Mrs Pamela Hutley Total pupils: 156

hollygirt.co.uk

Nottingham Girls’ High Junior School PREP • DAY • GIRLS

Nottingham, NG1 4HX Headteacher: Laura Fowler Total pupils: 285

nottinghamgirlshigh.gdst.net

Nottingham Girls’ High School SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • GIRLS

Nottingham, NG1 4JB Headteacher: Miss Julie Keller Total pupils: 986

nottinghamgirlshigh.gdst.net

Nottingham High School PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • BOYS

Nottingham, NG7 4ED Headteachers: Mrs Clare Bruce and Mr Kevin Fear Total pupils: 971

nottinghamhigh.co.uk

Plumtree School

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Nottingham, NG12 5ND Headteacher: Phil Simpson Total pupils: 100

plumtreeschool.co.uk

St Joseph’s School

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Wellow House School PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • WEEKLY • CO-ED

Nr Newark, NG22 0EA Headteacher: Nicola Matthews Total pupils: 149

wellowhouse.notts.sch.uk

Worksop College Preparatory School, Ranby House NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • WEEKLY • FLEXI • BOARDING • CO-ED

Retford, DN22 8HX Headteacher: Mr David Thorpe Total pupils: 230

wsnl.co.uk/prep

Worksop College SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • WEEKLY • FLEXI • BOARDING • CO-ED

Worksop, S80 3AP Headteacher: Mr G W Horgan Total pupils: 368

wsnl.co.uk

Rutland

Brooke Priory School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Oakham, LE15 6QW Headteacher: Mrs E S Bell Total pupils: 185

brooke.rutland.sch.uk

Oakham School PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • BOARDING • CO-ED

Nottingham, NG1 5AW Headteacher: Mr A Crawshaw Total pupils: 147

Oakham, LE15 6DT Headteacher: Mr Nigel M Lashbrook Total pupils: 1041

Salterford House School

Uppingham School

Nottingham, NG14 6NZ Headteacher: Mrs M Venables Total pupils: 96

Rutland, LE15 9QE Headteacher: Dr Richard J Maloney Total pupils: 793

st-josephs.nottingham.sch.uk NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

salterfordhouseschool.co.uk

oakham.rutland.sch.uk

SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • BOARDING • CO-ED

uppingham.co.uk

Trent College

SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • WEEKLY • BOARDING • CO-ED

Nottingham, NG10 4AD Headteacher: Mr Bill Penty Total pupils: 1131

trentcollege.net

Northampton, NN4 6UU Headteacher: Dr Helen Stringer Total pupils: 681

northamptonhigh.co.uk

Oundle School SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • BOARDING • CO-ED

Oundle, PE8 4GH Headteacher: Mrs Sarah Kerr-Dineen Total pupils: 1100

oundleschool.org.uk

Pitsford School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • CO-ED

Pitsford, NN6 9AX Headteacher: Mr Noel Toone Total pupils: 312

pitsfordschool.com

St Peter’s School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Kettering, NN15 6DJ Headteacher: Mrs M Chapman Total pupils: 114

st-peters.org.uk

Spratton Hall School PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Northampton, NN6 8HP Headteacher: Mr Simon Clarke Total pupils: 388

sprattonhall.com

Wellingborough School

Come and discover a hidden gem A small, friendly, independent school for children aged 4-18 years • Small class sizes to ensure individual attention • School Bus Network

CO-ED

• Free wrap around care from 8am – 5.20pm

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• Wide range of extra-curricular activities offered

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY •

Wellingborough, NN8 2BX Headteacher: Mr G R Bowe Total pupils: 890

Nottinghamshire The Elms School

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Nottingham, NG10 4AD Headteacher: Mr K B Morrow Total pupils: 400

elmsschool.net

Highfields School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Newark, NG24 3AL Headteacher: Mr Richard Thomson Total pupils: 140

highfieldsschool.co.uk

To see the school in action

01604 880306 office@pitsfordschool.com To Book Your Tour Now

HIS FUTURE’S BRIGHTER AT BEDFORD

OPEN MORNING SATURDAY 6TH OCTOBER 2018

TO FIND OUT MORE AND BOOK YOUR FAMILY’S PLACE, PLEASE CONTACT OUR ADMISSIONS TEAM ON 01234 362216 OR VISIT bedfordschool.org.uk

BOARDING & DAY FOR BOYS AGED 7-18 A-LEVEL & IB AT SIXTH FORM STUNNING 50-ACRE ESTATE AWARD-WINNING FACILITIES FEE ASSISTANCE (BURSARIES) BEDFORD SCHOOL IS PART OF THE HARPUR TRUST

EAST MIDLANDS

“I like Polam because it is like a second home where I can be who I really am” – Year 4 pupil

INDOOR SWIMMING POOL OUTSTANDING NURSERY

Be inspired. Artist Alex Chinneck, renowned for his larger than life masterpieces, learnt to think big with inspiration from his teachers.

CREATIVE CURRICULUM SPECIALIST MUSIC, LANGUAGES AND PE

Call 01234 261864 to book a Private Tour or see www.polamschool.co.uk for Open Days. HMC Independent Co-educational Day School 7–18 years Telephone: 01234 261864 admissions@polamschool.co.uk 43-45 Lansdowne Road, Bedford MK40 2BU

Bedford Modern School is part of The Harpur Trust

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Opportunities abound at Uppingham As a full boarding school we believe the complete immersion in education gives our pupils the richest and most profound experience of school.

To learn more about Uppingham School please visit www.uppingham.co.uk or contact Admissions on 01572 820611

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The value of an all-round education, in which each individual and their talents come first, is fundamental to the Uppingham experience.

See success in action To book a personal visit or for further details, please contact the Registrar: Tel: 01283 559222 Email: registrar@repton.org.uk

www.repton.org.uk

â€œExcellent across all categoriesâ€?ISI INSPECTION 2017 Foremarke Hall, an Independent, Co-Educational Boarding and Day School for children aged 3 to 13.

NEXT OPEN MORNINGS

If you are looking for immediate school provision or are planning ahead, a warm welcome awaits you at Foremarke Hall.

SATURDAY 2ND FEBRUARY 2019

Our Open Mornings are an opportunity to experience the vibrant atmosphere of our school and have an informal tour of our facilities with our pupil guides.

SATURDAY 29TH SEPTEMBER 2018 9.00am until 11.30am Foremarke Hall is located to the south of Derby and easily reached from both the M6 and M1 using the A50.

To register your interest or for further information please contact the Registrar on 01283 707100 or email registrar@foremarke.org.uk, Alternatively visit the website, foremarke.org.uk and complete the online form.

Foremarke Hall, Milton, Derbyshire DE65 6EJ

www.foremarke.org.uk

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WEST MIDLANDS

This map illustrates the location of some of our leading independent schools in this region. A directory of schools, listed by county, follows this page.

Map not to scale.

West Midlands

Ellesmere

Oswestry

Shropshire

ELLESMERE 1 Ellesmere College LUDLOW 2 Moor Park School OSWESTRY 3 Moreton Hall School SHREWSBURY 4 Adcote School for Girls 5 Shrewsbury School

Warwickshire

RUGBY 6 Bilton Grange School ROYAL LEAMINGTON SPA 7 The Kingsley School WARWICK 8 King’s High School

West Midlands

BIRMINGHAM 9 Mander Portman Woodward BROMSGROVE 10 Bromsgrove School WOLVERHAMPTON 11 The Royal School Wolverhampton

Shrewsbury

Wolverhampton

Birmingham

9 Rugby

Worcestershire

GREAT MALVERN 12 Malvern St James Girls’ School MALVERN 13 The Downs Malvern WORCESTER 14 Abberley Hall School

Royal Leamington Spa 7

Ludlow

Bromsgrove 10

Warwick

Worcester

Malvern

Great Malvern

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More than just a school a community where individuals matter A co-educational country day and boarding prep school taking children from 3 months - 13 years in a beautiful setting, combining outstanding academic and extra-curricular success, with a culture of kindness founded on Catholic principles.

Moor Park Richards Castle - Ludlow - Shropshire - SY8 4DZ 01584876061 - www.moorpark.org.uk

FREE SCHOOL Co-educational Boarding and Day School

Independent Education without fees

Affordable Boarding

The Royal School Wolverhampton

Penn Road, Wolverhampton, West Midlands WV3 OEG Tel: 01 902 341230

admissions@theroyal.school www.theroyalschool.co.uk

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Herefordshire - Shrophire - Staffordshire

Herefordshire

Hereford Cathedral Junior School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Hereford, HR1 2NW Headteacher: Mr Chris Wright Total pupils: 245

herefordcs.com

Hereford Cathedral School SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • CO-ED

Hereford, HR1 2NG Headteacher: Mr Paul Smith Total pupils: 511

herefordcs.com

Lucton School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • WEEKLY • BOARDING • CO-ED

Lucton, HR6 9PN Headteacher: Mrs Gill Thorne Total pupils: 348

luctonschool.org

Shropshire

Adcote School for Girls NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • WEEKLY • BOARDING • GIRLS

Shrewsbury, SY4 2JY Headteacher: Mrs D Browne Total pupils: 300

adcoteschool.org.uk

Bedstone College NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • BOARDING • CO-ED

Bucknell, SY7 0BG Headteacher: Mr David Gajadharsingh Total pupils: 201

bedstone.org

Castle House School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Newport, TF10 7JE Headteacher: Mark Crewe-Read Total pupils: 109

castlehouseschool.co.uk

Concord College SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • BOARDING • CO-ED

Shrewsbury, SY5 7PF Headteacher: Mr N G Hawkins Total pupils: 512

concordcollegeuk.com

Ellesmere College PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • WEEKLY • BOARDING • CO-ED

Ellesmere, SY12 9AB Headteacher: Mr B J Wignall Total pupils: 558

ellesmere.com

Moor Park School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • BOARDING • CO-ED

Ludlow, SY8 4DZ Headteacher: Mr Charlie Minogue Total pupils: 290

moorpark.org.uk

Moreton Hall School PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • WEEKLY • FLEXI • BOARDING • GIRLS

Oswestry, SY11 3EN Headteacher: Mr Jonathan Forster Total pupils: 479

moretonhallschool.com

The Old Hall School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Wellington, tf1 3LB Headteacher: Mr Martin C Stott Total pupils: 233

oldhall.co.uk

Oswestry School PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • WEEKLY • BOARDING • CO-ED

Oswestry, SY11 2TL Headteacher: Mr Julian Noad Total pupils: 420

oswestryschool.org.uk

Shrewsbury, SY1 1TN Headteacher: Mr Michael Getty Total pupils: 625

shrewsburyhigh.gdst.net

SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • BOARDING • CO-ED

Shrewsbury, SY3 7BA Headteacher: Mr Leo Winkley Total pupils: 795

shrewsbury.org.uk

Wrekin College SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • WEEKLY • FLEXI • BOARDING • CO-ED

Wellington, tf1 3BH Headteacher: Tim Firth Total pupils: 385

wrekincollege.com

Staffordshire

Abbots Bromley Preparatory School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • WEEKLY • FLEXI • BOARDING • CO-ED

Rugeley, WS15 3BW Headteacher: Wendy Gordon Total pupils: 65

abbotsbromleyschool.com

Abbots Bromley School SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • WEEKLY • FLEXI • BOARDING • GIRLS

Rugeley, WS15 3BW Headteacher: Mrs Victoria Musgrave Total pupils: 165

abbotsbromleyschool.com

Abbotsholme School NURSERY • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM DAY • WEEKLY • FLEXI • BOARDING • CO-ED

Uttoxeter, ST14 5BS Headteacher: Mr Robert Barnes Total pupils: 350

abbotsholme.co.uk

Chase Grammar School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • WEEKLY • BOARDING • CO-ED

Cannock, WS11 0UR Headteacher: Dr. Paul Silverwood Total pupils: 202

chasegrammar.com

Denstone College SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • WEEKLY • BOARDING • CO-ED

Uttoxeter, ST14 5HN Headteacher: Mr David M Derbyshire Total pupils: 615

denstonecollege.org

Denstone College Prep School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Uttoxeter, ST14 8NS Headteacher: Mr Jerry Gear Total pupils: 154

denstoneprep.co.uk

Edenhurst Preparatory School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Newcastle-under-Lyme, ST5 2PU Headteacher: Mr N H F Copestick Total pupils: 203

edenhurst.co.uk

Lichfield Cathedral School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • CO-ED

Lichfield, WS13 7LH Headteacher: Mrs Susan Hannam Total pupils: 413

lichfieldcathedralschool.com

Little Chasers Nursery NURSERY • DAY • CO-ED

Cannock, WS11 0AL Headteacher: Ms Carla Corbett Total pupils: 31

littlechasers.co.uk

Maple Hayes Dyslexia School PREP • SENIOR • DAY • CO-ED

Lichfield, WS13 8BL Headteacher: Dr D J Brown Total pupils: 113

dyslexia.gb.com

PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • WEEKLY • BOARDING • CO-ED

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

packwood-haugh.co.uk

nuls.org.uk

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • WEEKLY • FLEXI • BOARDING • CO-ED

Shrewsbury, SY2 6NZ Headteacher: Mrs Fiona Orchard Total pupils: 287

prestfelde.co.uk

Shrewsbury High Prep School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Shrewsbury, SY3 9AH Headteacher: Kate Millichamp Total pupils: 200

shrewsburyhigh.gdst.net

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Worcester Road, Bromsgrove, Worcestershire B61 7DU

Shrewsbury School

Newcastle-under-Lyme Junior School

Prestfelde School

Bromsgrove School

SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • GIRLS

Packwood Haugh Shrewsbury, SY4 1HX Headteacher: Mr Clive Smith-Langridge Total pupils: 207

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Newcastle-under-Lyme, ST5 1BQ Headteacher: Mr Mike Erian Total pupils: 252

Newcastle-under-Lyme Senior School NURSERY • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • CO-ED

Newcastle-under-Lyme, ST5 1DB Headteacher: Mr Nick Vernon Total pupils: 664

Head Teacher: Mr Peter Clague BA, MBA Admissions: Ms Rachel Scannell admissions@bromsgrove-school.co.uk 01527 579679 boys and girls, 7-18 years 1,467, boys 812, girls 655 TYPE: Day, Weekly, Full Boarding FEES: Prep: Day from £3,880 - £5,035, Weekly Boarding from £5,895 - £7,130, Full Boarding from £8,080 - £9,965 per term Senior: Day £5,550, Weekly Boarding £8,240, Full Boarding £12,430 per term TYPICAL CLASS SIZE: Prep – 20, Senior – 16, Sixth Form – 2-12 FAITH: Anglican MOTTO: Deo Regi Vicino (God, King and Neighbour) ENTRANCE PROCEDURE: Entrance Test and Interview GENDER/AGES: TOTAL PUPILS:

School Philosophy: Bromsgrove’s scope is staggering: from A level to the

International Baccalaureate, day to boarding, the arts to sport, pupils can soar. Utterly dedicated to the individual pupil, despite its size, Bromsgrove shuns public school drones and instead looks to produce creative citizens with a strong moral compass and a dash of pizzazz to boot. The Good Schools Guide says; “The pupils we met were delightful and genuine. They were articulate and thoughtful and all quite different from each other, which was refreshing. The situation of the school is an asset – it is in a good central England location, easy to reach from all corners of the country”, while the Tatler’s Good School Guide called us a “Great school with a fantastically global perspective”. Friendly, engaging and – despite its ranking - not driven by league tables, Bromsgrove is a local, national and international centre of learning.

Academic Record: Bromsgrove achieves outstanding results at both A level and IB Diploma. Over 98% of Sixth Form leavers continue to world class universities with the majority going to the Russell Group of Research universities. Extra-curricular: The Extra-curricular life of the School is hugely important with activities sessions every afternoon and on Saturday mornings. Pupils are encouraged to reach their highest possible level at sport, music, drama, debating, CCF and in numerous other areas. Notable Achievements and Alumni: LLord Digby Jones of Birmingham, A E Housman, Poet. Lucilla Wright England Hockey team Olympics and Commonwealth games. Olivia Safe Opera singer. Andy Goode England Rugby. Ben Foden England Rugby.

nuls.org.uk

St Bede’s Preparatory School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • WEEKLY • BOARDING • CO-ED

Nr Stafford, ST17 0XN Headteacher: Mr Charles Stafford Northcote Total pupils: 101

saintbedes.co.uk

Open Mornings: Prep (7-13) 29th September Senior (13+) 13th October www.bromsgrove-school.co.uk

Co-ed 7-18 Day and Boarding Co-ed Co-ed 7-18 7-18 Day Day and and Boarding Boarding

Ellesmere Ellesmere College College Open Open Day Day Saturday Saturday 13th 13th October October •• 1pm-4pm 1pm-4pm “We were impressed by the pupils; ambitious, enthusiastic “We were by the ambitious, enthusiastic “Wefocused. were impressed impressed byopens the pupils; pupils; ambitious, enthusiastic and Ellesmere a lot of doors” - TATLER 2017 and and focused. focused. Ellesmere Ellesmere opens opens a a lot lot of of doors” doors” -- TATLER TATLER 2017 2017

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WEST MIDLANDS Warwickshire - West Midlands

St Dominic’s Brewood

Twycross House Pre-Prep School

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • GIRLS

PRE-PREP • DAY • CO-ED

stdominicsbrewood.co.uk

twycrosshouseschool.org.uk/the-hollies

Nr Wolverhampton, ST19 9BA Headteacher: Peter McNabb Total pupils: 199

Nr Atherstone, CV9 3PQ Headteacher: Mrs R T Assinder Total pupils: 151

St Dominic’s Priory School

Twycross House School

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY •

PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • CO-ED

FLEXI • BOARDING • GIRLS

Stone, ST15 8EN Headteacher: Mrs Rebecca Harrison Total pupils: 191

stdominicspriory.co.uk

St Joseph’s Preparatory School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Stoke-on-Trent, ST4 5RF Headteacher: Mrs S D Hutchinson Total pupils: 134

stjosephsprepschool.co.uk

Stafford Grammar School

twycrosshouseschool.org.uk

Warwick Preparatory School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Warwick, CV34 6PL Headteacher: Hellen Dodsworth Total pupils: 457

warwickprep.com

Warwick School JUNIOR • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • WEEKLY •

SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • CO-ED

BOARDING • BOYS

staffordgrammar.co.uk

warwickschool.org

Stafford, ST18 9AT Headteacher: Mr M R Darley Total pupils: 378

Warwick, CV34 6PP Headteacher: Mr Augustus Lock Total pupils: 1239

Stafford Preparatory School

West Midlands

PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Stafford, ST18 9AT Headteacher: Mr Clive O’Donnell Total pupils: 120

staffordprep.co.uk

Yarlet School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Nr Stafford, ST18 9SU Headteacher: Mr IM Raybould Total pupils: 148

yarletschool.uk

Warwickshire Arnold Lodge School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • CO-ED

Leamington Spa, CV32 5TW Headteacher: David Preston Total pupils: 225

arnoldlodge.com

Bilton Grange School PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • WEEKLY • FLEXI • BOARDING • CO-ED

Nr Rugby, CV22 6QU Headteacher: Mr Alex Osiatynski Total pupils: 300

biltongrange.co.uk

Crackley Hall School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Kenilworth, CV8 2FT Headteacher: Mr Robert Duigan Total pupils: 276

crackleyhall.co.uk

Crescent School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Rugby, CV22 7QH Headteacher: Mr Joe Thackway Total pupils: 155

crescentschool.co.uk

The Croft Preparatory School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Stratford-upon-Avon, CV37 7RL Headteacher: Mr Marcus Cook Total pupils: 403

croftschool.co.uk

King’s High School SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • GIRLS

Warwick, CV34 4HJ Headteacher: Mr Nicholson Total pupils: 611

kingshighwarwick.co.uk

The Kingsley School PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • GIRLS

Royal Leamington Spa, CV32 5RD Headteacher: Ms Heather Owens Total pupils: 340

thekingsleyschool.com

Merrydays & Henley Montessori School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Henley-in-Arden, B95 5JP Headteacher: Ms Helen Everley Total pupils: 48

henleymontessori.co.uk

Princethorpe College SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • CO-ED

Rugby, CV23 9PX Headteacher: Mr Ed Hester Total pupils: 868

princethorpe.co.uk

Bablake Junior School

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Coventry, CV1 4AU Headteacher: Mr Neil Price Total pupils: 345

bablakejuniorschool.co.uk

Bablake School SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • CO-ED

Coventry, CV1 4AU Headteacher: Mr J W Watson Total pupils: 757

bablake.com

Birchfield Preparatory School PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • WEEKLY • CO-ED

Wolverhampton, WV7 3AF Headteacher: Mr Paul Reynolds Total pupils: 138

birchfieldschool.co.uk

The Blue Coat School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Birmingham, B17 0HR Headteacher: Noel Neeson Total pupils: 569

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Coventry, CV5 6QA Headteacher: Mrs Susan Nalus Total pupils: 130

davenportlodgeschool.co.uk

Edgbaston High School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • GIRLS

Birmingham, B15 3TS Headteacher: Dr Ruth A Weeks Total pupils: 899

edgbastonhigh.co.uk

Eversfield Preparatory School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Solihull, B91 1AT Headteacher: Mr R Yates Total pupils: 310

eversfield.co.uk

Hallfield School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Birmingham, B15 3SJ Headteacher: Richard Batchelor Total pupils: 566

hallfieldschool.co.uk

Highclare School, Woodfield NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Sutton Coldfield, B2 1EA Headteacher: Mrs P Bennett Total pupils: 259

highclareschool.co.uk

Highclare School, St Paul’s NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Sutton Coldfield, B4 2SY Headteacher: Dr Richard Luker Total pupils: 172

highclareschool.co.uk

Highclare School, The Abbey PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • CO-ED

Birmingham, B23 6QL Headteacher: Mrs A Moore Total pupils: 206

highclareschool.co.uk

King Edward VI High School for Girls SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • GIRLS

rugbyschool.net

kehs.org.uk

Birmingham, B15 2UB Headteacher: Mrs Ann Clark Total pupils: 567

Stratford Preparatory School

King Edward’s School

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • BOYS

stratfordprep.co.uk

kes.org.uk

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www.biltongrange.co.uk

Davenport Lodge School

SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • BOARDING • CO-ED

Stratford-upon-Avon, CV37 6BG Headteachers: Mrs C Quinn Total pupils: 122

Co-educational Boarding and Day Preparatory School, near Rugby

thebluecoatschool.com

Rugby School Rugby, CV22 5EH Headteacher: Mr Peter Green Total pupils: 805

Magical memories, Learning for life

Nr Atherstone, CV9 3PL Headteacher: Mr S D Assinder Total pupils: 328

Birmingham, B15 2UA Headteacher: Dr Mark Fenton Total pupils: 852

Worcester, WR6 6DD T: 01299 896275 Worcester, WR6 6DD abberleyhall.co.uk T: 01299 896275 abberleyhall.co.uk Worcester, WR6 6DD T: 01299 896275 abberleyhall.co.uk

Where learning Where learning goes hand in hand Where learning goes hand in hand with discovery goes hand in hand with discovery with discovery Co-education Boarding & Day Prep School for 2-13 year olds, based in 90 acres of Worcestershire Co-education Boarding & Dayfrom PrepLondon, School for countryside. Two hours 2-13 year olds, in 90 and acres of Worcestershire an hour from thebased Cotswolds Birmingham Airport. countryside. Two hours Co-education Boarding & Dayfrom PrepLondon, School for an hour from thebased Cotswolds Birmingham Airport. 2-13 year olds, in 90 and acres of Worcestershire countryside. Two hours from London, an hour from the Cotswolds and Birmingham Airport.

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Co-educational • 3 – 13 years • Day, Weekly, Flexi and Full Boarding

Open Days Friday 12th October, 14.00 – 16.30 • Saturday 13th October, 09.30 – 12.30 Bank Holiday Monday 6th May, 09.30 - 16.30 /TheDownsMalvern

@DownsMalvern

Mrs Katherine Cox, Registrar • 01684 544108 • registrar@thedowns.malcol.org • www.thedownsmalvern.org.uk

CELEBRATING 10 YEARS

OF CO-EDUCATION Shrewsbury School provides an outstanding full boarding experience, in the heart of Shropshire, for boys and girls aged 13-18. We provide a rigorous approach to learning and an extraordinary variety of extra-curricular activities alongside personal pastoral support.

Shrewsbury School

Scholarships and bursaries are available for entry at 13+ and 16+. Please contact the school for further information or to book a place at one of our Open Days: Saturday 15th September | Saturday 3rd November We look forward to welcoming you!

admissions@shrewsbury.org.uk 01743 280552 www.shrewsbury.org.uk ShrewsSchool

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King Henry VIII Preparatory School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Coventry, CV3 6PT Headteacher: Mrs G Bowser Total pupils: 507

khps.co.uk

King Henry VIII School SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • CO-ED

Coventry, CV3 6AQ Headteacher: Mr J Slack Total pupils: 723

khviii.com

Mander Portman Woodward 6TH FORM • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Birmingham, B15 3AU Headteacher: Mr Mark Shingleton Total pupils: 200

mpw.ac.uk

Mayfield Preparatory School PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Walsall, WS1 2PD Headteacher: Mr Matthew Draper Total pupils: 210

mayfieldprep.co.uk

Newbridge Preparatory School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • GIRLS

Wolverhampton, WV6 0LH Headteacher: Mrs Sarah Fisher Total pupils: 145

newbridgeprepschool.org.uk

Norfolk House School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Birmingham, B15 3PS Headteacher: Mrs S Morris Total pupils: 279

norfolkhouseschool.co.uk

Priory School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • CO-ED

Birmingham, B15 2UR Headteacher: Mr Jonathan Cramb Total pupils: 453

prioryschool.net

The Royal School Wolverhampton NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • WEEKLY • BOARDING • CO-ED

Wolverhampton, WV3 OEG Headteacher: Mr Mark Heywood Total pupils: 560

theroyalschool.co.uk

Ruckleigh School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Solihull, B91 2AB Headteacher: Mrs Barbara Forster Total pupils: 233

Nr Pershore, WR10 2EE Headteacher: Mr C D Allen Total pupils: 195

Bromsgrove Preparatory School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • BOARDING • CO-ED

Bromsgrove, B60 2BU Headteacher: Mrs Jacquelyne Deval-Reed Total pupils: 716

bromsgrove-school.co.uk

Bromsgrove School SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • WEEKLY • FLEXI • BOARDING • CO-ED

Bromsgrove, B61 7DU Headteacher: Mr Peter Clague Total pupils: 934

bromsgrove-school.co.uk

Dodderhill School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • DAY • GIRLS

Droitwich Spa, WR9 0BE Headteacher: Mrs Catherine Mawston Total pupils: 239

dodderhill.co.uk

The Downs Malvern NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • BOARDING • CO-ED

Malvern, WR13 6EY Headteacher: Mr Alastair S Cook Total pupils: 260

thedownsmalvern.org.uk

The Elms NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • BOARDING • CO-ED

Malvern, WR13 6EF Headteacher: Chris Hattam Total pupils: 182

elmsschool.co.uk

Heathfield Knoll School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • DAY • CO-ED

Kidderminster, DY10 3QE Headteacher: Lawrence Collins Total pupils: 251

heathfieldshool.co.uk

King’s Hawford Pre-Prep and Preparatory School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Worcester, WR3 7SD Headteacher: Mr J M Turner Total pupils: 328

ksw.org.uk

King’s St Albans PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Worcester, WR1 2NJ Headteacher: Mr Richard Chapman Total pupils: 211

ksw.org.uk

King’s Worcester CO-ED

Birmingham, B15 1RX Headteacher: Mr Gary Neal Total pupils: 432

sgse.co.uk

St Martin’s School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • GIRLS

Solihull, B91 3EN Headteacher: Ms Nicola Smillie Total pupils: 477

saintmartins-school.com

Solihull School PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • CO-ED

Solihull, B91 3DJ Headteacher: Mr David E J J Lloyd Total pupils: 1028

solsch.org.uk

Tettenhall College NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • WEEKLY • BOARDING • CO-ED

Wolverhampton, WV6 8QX Headteacher: Mr David Williams Total pupils: 312

tettenhallcollege.co.uk

West House School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • BOARDING • BOYS

Birmingham, B15 2NX Headteacher: Mr A M Lyttle Total pupils: 308

westhouseprep.com

Wolverhampton Grammar School PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • CO-ED

Wolverhampton, WV3 9RB Headteacher: Mrs Kathy Crewe-Read Total pupils: 714

wgs.org.uk

Worcestershire

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY •

Worcester, WR1 2LL Headteacher: Mr Matthew Armstrong Total pupils: 960

ksw.org.uk

Malvern College SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • BOARDING • CO-ED

Malvern, WR14 3DF Headteacher: Mr Antony Clark Total pupils: 654

malverncollege.org.uk

boys and girls, boys 3-11 and girls 3-18 years 420 TYPE: Day, Weekly, Flexi, Full Boarding FEES: Nursery – from £54. Prep – Day from £3,280, Full Boarding from £7,560 per term. Senior – Day from £8,85, Full Boarding from £11,005 per term FAITH: Non-Denominational ENTRANCE PROCEDURE: Although not highly academically selective, securing a place at Moreton Hall is increasingly competitive. Places are awarded usually by entrance examination, interview and reference from previous school. GENDER/AGES: TOTAL PUPILS:

School Philosophy: Moreton is seen as a forward-looking school where we value academic success and extra-curricular achievement equally. The school is known for being small, friendly and open, not cluttered by petty rules, but with a clear set of values agreed upon and respected by all members of the school community.

PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • WEEKLY • FLEXI • BOARDING • GIRLS

Great Malvern, WR14 3BA Headteacher: Mrs Olivera Raraty Total pupils: 430

malvernstjames.co.uk

RGS The Grange NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Worcester, WR3 7RR Headteacher: Mr Gareth Hughes Total pupils: 375

rgsw.org.uk

RGS Worcester PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • CO-ED

Worcester, WR1 1HP Headteacher: Mr John Pitt Total pupils: 1272

rgsw.org.uk

RGS Springfield NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Worcester, WR1 3DL Headteacher: Mrs Laura Brown Total pupils: 151

rgsw.org.uk

St Michael’s College SENIOR • 6TH FORM • BOARDING • CO-ED

Tenbury Wells, WR15 8PH Headteacher: Mrs Nicola Walker Total pupils: 140

uk-stmichaels.kingscollegeschools.org

Winterfold House

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • BOARDING • CO-ED

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

abberleyhall.co.uk

winterfoldhouse.co.uk

independentschoolparent.com

Head Teacher: Mr Jonathan Forster Admissions: Ms Ruth Brown admin@moretonhall.com 01691 773671

Malvern St James Girls’ School

Abberley Hall School Worcester, WR6 6DD Headteacher: Will Lockett Total pupils: 300

Moreton Hall, Weston Rhyn, Shropshire, SY11 3EW

bowbrookhouseschool.co.uk

St George’s School CO-ED

Moreton Hall

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • DAY • CO-ED

ruckleigh.co.uk

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY •

192

Bowbrook House School

Chaddesley Corbett, DY10 4PW Headteacher: Mrs Denise Toms Total pupils: 319

Open Days: Senior School – Saturday 29th September – 10am www.moretonhall.org/Open-Day www.moretonhall.org

WEST MIDLANDS

Our inspiration is you Every girl is unique, with their own character, passions and idiosyncrasies. Thatâ€™s what makes life at Malvern St James so enjoyable and rewarding. We are constantly inspired by our pupils and we support them to have the confidence to excel, to love life, stand up for all that they believe in and shape a wonderful future.

Be anything, achieve everything

Book your place at our Open Morning September 29 2018

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LEARNING TO THRIVE IN THE 21ST CENTURY Our girls acquire the skills they are going to need to thrive and, significantly, be happy in the complexities of the 21st century. Contact admissions for a tour of the school. www.adcoteschool.org.uk

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NORTH OF ENGLAND .elacs ot ton paM

North of England

This map illustrates the location of some of our leading independent schools in this region. A directory of schools, listed by county, follows this page.

Cumbria

North Yorkshire

SEDBERGH

BEDALE

1 Sedbergh School

6 Aysgarth Preparatory School

Greater Manchster MANCHESTER

YORK 7 Queen Ethelburga’s College

NORTHUMBERLAND

CUMBRIA

DURHAM

8 Queen Margaret’s School

2 Withington Girls’ School

CASTLETOWN 3 King William’s College

1 Sedbergh

IS L M EO A N F

Isle of Man

6 Bedale

NORTH YORKSHIRE

3 King William’s College

Lancashire

7 York 8

5 Fleetwood

LANCASHIRE Clitheroe

CLITHEROE

4 Stonyhurst College FLEETWOOD 5 Rossall School 2 Manchester

SOUTH YORKSHIRE

CHESHIRE

Cheshire

Brabyns Preparatory School

Greenbank Prep School

Loreto Preparatory School

PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Stockport, SK6 7DB Headteacher: Mr Lee Sanders Total pupils: 131

Cheadle, SK8 6HU Headteacher: Mrs Janet Lowe Total pupils: 199

Chester, CH2 3HR Headteacher: Mrs Sally Ann Rhodes-Leader Total pupils: 56

Altrincham, WA14 4GZ Headteacher: Mrs Anne Roberts Total pupils: 156

Cheadle Hulme School

Hale Preparatory School

North Cestrian School

Cheadle, SK8 6EF Headteacher: Ms Lucy Pearson Total pupils: 1418

Hale, WA15 9AS Headteacher: Mr J F Connor Total pupils: 199

Altrincham, WA14 4AJ Headteacher: Mr Lee Bergin Total pupils: 251

Cransley School

The Hammond School

Pownall Hall School

Nr Northwich, CW9 6HN Headteacher: Richard Pollock Total pupils: 154

Chester, CH2 4ES Headteacher: Mrs Maggie Evans Total pupils: 260

Wilmslow, SK9 5DW Headteacher: Mr David Goulbourn Total pupils: 210

The Firs School

Hulme Hall Grammar School

The Queen’s Lower School

Chester, CH2 2HJ Headteacher: Mrs Lucy Davies Total pupils: 195

Stockport, SK8 6LA Headteacher: Miss R Allen Total pupils: 323

firsschool.net

hulmehallschool.org

Chester, CH2 1AW Headteacher: Rachel Cookson Total pupils: 216

Forest Preparatory School

The King’s School

Altrincham, WA15 6LJ Headteacher: Mr Rick Hyde Total pupils: 198

Macclesfield, SK10 1DA Headteacher: Dr S Hyde Total pupils: 1216

Abbey Gate Prep School

abbeygateschool.org.uk

Abbey Gate College SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • CO-ED

Chester, CH3 6EN Headteacher: Mrs Tracy Pollard Total pupils: 498

abbeygatecollege.co.uk

Abbey Gate College Infant and Junior School PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Chester, CH3 6HZ Headteacher: Mrs Marie Hickey Total pupils: 134

abbeygatecollege.co.uk/infant-and-junior

Alderley Edge School for Girls NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • GIRLS

Alderley Edge, SK9 7QE Headteacher: Mrs Helen Jeys Total pupils: 539

aesg.co.uk

Altrincham Preparatory School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • BOYS

Altrincham, WA14 2RR Headteacher: Mr AM Whittaker Total pupils: 332

altprep.co.uk

Beech Hall School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • DAY • CO-ED

Macclesfield, SK10 2EG Headteacher: Mr J D Allen Total pupils: 192

beechhallschool.org

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

brabynsprepschool.co.uk PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • CO-ED

cheadlehulmeschool.co.uk PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • DAY • CO-ED

cransleyschool.org

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

forestschool.co.uk

The Grange School (Junior) PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

greenbankschool.co.uk PREP • DAY • CO-ED

haleprepschool.com

PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • BOARDING • CO-ED

thehammondschool.co.uk NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • DAY • CO-ED

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • CO-ED

kingsmac.co.uk

The King’s School, Chester PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • CO-ED

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • GIRLS

loretoprep.co.uk

SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • CO-ED

northcestrian.co.uk

NURSERY • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

pownallhallschool.co.uk PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • GIRLS

thequeensschool.co.uk

The Queen’s School

PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • GIRLS

Chester, CH1 2NN Acting Headteacher: Mrs J Keville Total pupils: 438

thequeensschool.co.uk

Ramillies Hall School

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • DAY • CO-ED

Chester, CH4 7QL Headteacher: Mr George Hartley Total pupils: 988

Cheadle, SK8 7AJ Headteacher: Mrs Denise Anthony Total pupils: 143

kingschester.co.uk

ramillieshall.co.uk

The Grange School (Senior)

Lady Barn House School

The Ryleys

Hartford, CW8 1LU Headteacher: Mrs D Leonard Total pupils: 730

Cheadle, SK8 1JE Headteacher: Mr Mark Turner Total pupils: 469

Alderley Edge, SK9 7UY Headteacher: Mrs Julia Langford Total pupils: 241

Northwich, CW8 3AU Headteacher: Mr Guy Rands Total pupils: 442

grange.org.uk

SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • CO-ED

grange.org.uk

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

ladybarnhouse.org

theryleys.com

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Cheshire - County Durham - Cumbria - Greater Manchester - Isle of Man - Lancashire - Merseyside St Ambrose Preparatory School

Windermere Preparatory School

Altrincham, WA15 0HE Headteacher: Mr Francis Driscoll Total pupils: 152

Windermere, LA23 1AP Headteacher: Mrs Rachael Thomas Total pupils: 150

stambroseprep.org

windermereschool.co.uk

Stockport Grammar School

Windermere School

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • BOYS

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • CO-ED

SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • WEEKLY • FLEXI • BOARDING • CO-ED

Manchester High School for Girls PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • GIRLS

Moor Allerton Prep School

Kirkham Grammar School

manchesterhigh.co.uk

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Manchester, M20 2PW Headteacher: Mrs Adriana Ewart-Jones Total pupils: 239

stockportgrammar.co.uk

windermereschool.co.uk

moorallertonschool.co.uk

Terra Nova School

Greater Manchester

St Bede’s College

tnschook.co.uk

Wilmslow Prep School

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • GIRLS • CO-ED

Wilmslow, SK9 5EG Headteacher: Mrs Helen Rigby Total pupils: 116

wilmslowprep.co.uk

County Durham

Abbey College Manchester SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • CO-ED

Manchester, M2 4WG Headteacher: Ms Liz Elam Total pupils: 226

abbeymanchester.co.uk

Abbotsford Preparatory School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Manchester, M41 5PR Headteacher: Catherine Howard Total pupils: 177

abbotsfordprepschool.co.uk

PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • CO-ED

Manchester, M14 6BL Headteacher: Mrs Sarah Haslam Total pupils: 635

wgs.org

Isle Of Man The Buchan School

boltonschool.org/nursery

Barnard Castle School

Bolton School, Beech House Infants School

King William’s College

barnardcastleschool.org.uk

The Chorister School

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • WEEKLY • FLEXI • BOARDING • CO-ED

Durham, DH1 3EL Headteacher: Mr Ian Wicks Total pupils: 206

thechoristerschool.com

Durham School

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • WEEKLY • BOARDING • CO-ED

Durham, DH1 4SZ Headteacher: Mr Kieran McLaughlin Total pupils: 599

durhamschool.co.uk

Durham High

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • GIRLS

Durham, DH1 3TB Headteacher: Mrs Lynne Renwick Total pupils: 228

dhsfg.org.uk

Cumbria Austin Friars

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • CO-ED

Carlisle, CA3 9PB Headteacher: Mr Matthew Harris Total pupils: 471

austinfriars.cumbria.sch.uk

Casterton, Sedbergh Prep School PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • WEEKLY • FLEXI • BOARDING • CO-ED

Kirkby Lonsdsale, LA6 2SG Headteacher: Mr Will Newman Total pupils: 199

sedberghschool.org/junior

Chetwynde School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • CO-ED

Barrow-in-Furness, LA13 0NY Headteacher: Ms Jeffreys Total pupils: 427

chetwynde.co.uk

Hunter Hall School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Penrith, CA11 8UA Headteacher: Mrs Donna Vinsome Total pupils: 111

hunterhall.co.uk

Lime House School PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • WEEKLY • BOARDING • CO-ED

boltonschool.org/infants

Bolton School Junior Boys’ School PREP • DAY • BOYS

Bolton, BL1 4RD Headteacher: Mrs Susan Faulkner Total pupils: 200

boltonschool.org/juniorboys

Bolton School Junior Girls’ School PREP • DAY • GIRLS

Bolton, BL1 4PB Headteacher: Mrs Carol Laverick Total pupils: 170

boltonschool.org/juniorgirls

Bolton School Boys’ Division SENIOR • DAY • BOYS

Bolton, BL1 4PA Headteacher: Mr Philip Britton Total pupils: 930

boltonschool.org/seniorboys

Bolton School Girls’ Division SENIOR • DAY • GIRLS

Bolton, BL1 4PB Headteacher: Miss Sue Hincks Total pupils: 800

boltonschool.org/seniorgirls

Bridgewater School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • CO-ED

Worsley, M28 2WQ Headteacher: Mrs Judy Nairn Total pupils: 410

bridgewater-school.co.uk

Chetham’s School of Music PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • BOARDING • CO-ED

Manchester, M3 1SB Headteacher: Alun Jones Total pupils: 293

chethamschoolofmusic.com

Clarendon Cottage NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

kwc.im/buchan

SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • WEEKLY • BOARDING • CO-ED

Castletown, IM9 1TP Headteacher: Mr Joss Buchanan Total pupils: 371

kwc.im

Lancashire AKS Lytham

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • CO-ED

Lytham, FY8 1DT Headteacher: Mr Mike Walton Total pupils: 763

arnoldkeqms.com

Beech House Lower Prep School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Rochdale, OL16 1UT Headteacher: Mr K A Sartain Total pupils: 115

beechhouseschool.co.uk

Beech House Upper Prep and Senior School PREP • SENIOR • DAY • CO-ED

Rochdale, OL11 4JQ Headteacher: Mr K A Sartain Total pupils: 137

beechhouseschool.co.uk

Bury Grammar School Boys PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • BOYS

Bury, BL9 OHN Headteacher: Mr D Cassidy Total pupils: 536

bgsboys.co.uk

Bury Grammar School Girls PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • GIRLS

Bury, BL9 OHH Headteacher: Jo Anderson Total pupils: 773

bgsg.bury.sch.uk

Clevelands Preparatory School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Bolton, BL1 5DH Headteacher: Mrs Lesley Parlane Total pupils: 129

clevelandsprepschool.co.uk

Firwood Manor Prep School

Preparatory School Manchester, M30 9BJ Headteacher: Amber Hartley Total pupils: 125

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

clarendoncottage-school.co.uk

firwoodmanorschool.co.uk

Forest Park Preparatory School

Highfield Priory School

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Oldham, OL9 OAD Headteacher: Mrs Caroline Greenwood Total pupils: 86

Nr Carlisle, CA5 7BX Headteacher: Ms Mary Robertson-Barnett Total pupils: 133

Sale, M33 6NB Headteacher: Mr Nicholas Tucker Total pupils: 193

Preston, PR2 5RW Headteacher: Mr Jeremy Duke Total pupils: 258

forestparkschool.co.uk

highfieldpriory.co.uk

Sedbergh School

Manchester Grammar School

Hulme Preparatory School

SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • WEEKLY • BOARDING • CO-ED

PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • BOYS

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • DAY • CO-ED

sedberghschool.org

mgs.org

limehouseschool.co.uk

Sedbergh, LA10 5HG Principal: Mr Andrew Fleck Total pupils: 583

independentschoolparent.com

Manchester, M13 0XT High Master: Dr Martin Boulton Total pupils: 1509

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • WEEKLY • BOARDING • CO-ED

Oakhill College

PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • GIRLS

barnardcastleschool.org.uk

Bolton, BL1 4PB Headteacher: Mrs Tracey Taylor Total pupils: 205

Moorland School

moorlandschool.co.uk

Castletown, IM9 1RD Headteacher: Jane Billingsley-Evans Total pupils: 208

PRE-PREP • DAY • CO-ED

kirkhamgrammar.co.uk

Withington Girls’ School

Bolton, BL1 4RL Headteacher: Joanne Hewitt Total pupils: 84

Barnard Castle, DL12 8UN Headteacher: Tony Jackson Total pupils: 705

Preston, PR4 2BH Headteacher: Mr Daniel Berry Total pupils: 678

sbcm.co.uk

Barnard Castle, DL12 8UW Headteacher: Tony Jackson Total pupils: 200

SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • BOARDING • FLEXI • CO-ED

SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • BOARDING • CO-ED

Clitheroe, BB7 2JA Headteacher: Mr J Harrison Total pupils: 181

Bolton School Nursery NURSERY • DAY • CO-ED

kirkhamgrammar.co.uk

Manchester, M16 8HX Headteacher: Dr Richard Robson Total pupils: 706

Barnard Castle Prep School PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • BOARDING • CO-ED

PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Preston, PR4 2BD Headteacher: Mrs Annette Roberts Total pupils: 230

Windermere, LA23 1NW Headteacher: Mr I A Lavender Total pupils: 394

Holmes Chapel, CW4 8BT Headteacher: Philip Stewart Total pupils: 276

Kirkham Grammar School Junior

Manchester, M14 6HS Headteacher: Mrs A C Hewitt Total pupils: 929

Stockport, SK2 7AF Headteacher: Mr Tim Wheeler Total pupils: 1047

PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • WEEKLY • FLEXI • BOARDING • CO-ED

196

PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Oldham, OL8 1RE Headteacher: Mr Craig Mairs Total pupils: 276

hulme-grammar.oldham.sch.uk

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • CO-ED

Clitheroe, BB7 9AF Headteacher: Mrs Carmel Crouch Total pupils: 270

oakhillschool.co.uk

Oldham Hulme Grammar Schools PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • CO-ED

Oldham, OL8 4BX Headteacher: Mr Craig Mairs Total pupils: 767

ohgs.co.uk

Rossall School

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • WEEKLY • BOARDING • CO-ED

Fleetwood, FY7 8JW Headteacher: Miss Elaine Purves Total pupils: 615

rossallschool.org.uk

Scarisbrick Hall School PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • CO-ED

Ormskirk, L40 9RQ Headteachers: Mr Jeff Shaw Total pupils: 463

scarisbrickhallschool.co.uk

St Joseph’s Park Hill School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Burnley, BB12 6TG Headteacher: Mrs Annette Robinson Total pupils: 104

parkhillschool.co.uk

St Pius X Prep School

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Preston, PR2 8RD Acting Headteacher: Mrs H Porter Total pupils: 264

stpiusx.co.uk

Stonyhurst College

SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • BOARDING • CO-ED

Clitheroe, BB7 9PZ Headteacher: Mr John Browne Total pupils: 720

stonyhurst.ac.uk

Stonyhurst St Mary’s Hall PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • BOARDING • CO-ED

Clitheroe, BB7 9PU Headteacher: Mr Ian Murphy Total pupils: 259

stonyhurst.ac.uk

Westholme Nursery & Infant School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Blackburn, BB2 6PS Headteacher: Mrs Rebecca Barnett Total pupils: 167

westholmeschool.com

Westholme Junior School PREP • DAY • BOYS • GIRLS

Blackburn, BB2 7AA Headteacher: Mrs Rebecca Barnett

westholmeschool.com

Westholme Senior School & Sixth Form

SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • BOYS • GIRLS • CO-ED 6TH FORM ONLY

Blackburn, BB2 6QU Principal: Mrs Lynne M Horner

westholmeschool.com

Merseyside

Belvedere Preparatory School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Liverpool, L8 3TF Headteacher: Miss Clare Burnham Total pupils: 163

belvedereprep.com

Birkenhead School

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • CO-ED

Wirral, CH43 2JD Headteacher: Paul Vicars Total pupils: 816

birkenheadschool.co.uk

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NORTH OF ENGLAND

Merseyside - Northumberland - Tees Valley - Tyne & Wear - East Yorkshire - North Yorkshire - South Yorkshire Carleton House Preparatory School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Liverpool, L18 3EE Headteacher: Sandy Coleman Total pupils: 184

carletonhouse.co.uk

Kingsmead School

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • DAY • CO-ED

Stockton-on-Tees, TS20 1DX Headteacher: Ken James Total pupils: 410

redhouseschool.co.uk

Teesside High School

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • CO-ED

Wirral, CH47 0LL Headteacher: Mr Mark Gibbons Total pupils: 191

Stockton-on-Tees, TS16 9AT Headteacher: Mr Andrew Wilson Total pupils: 361

Merchant Taylors’ Junior Boys’ School

Yarm Preparatory School

kingsmeadschool.com

PREP • DAY • BOYS

Liverpool, L23 0QP Headteacher: Mrs Janet Thomas Total pupils: 149

merchanttaylors.com/junior-boys

Merchant Taylors’ Infant School PRE-PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Liverpool, L23 0QP Headteacher: Miss Julie Yardley Total pupils: 47

merchanttaylors.com/infants

Merchant Taylors’ Primary School PREP • DAY • GIRLS

Liverpool, L23 5TH Headteacher: Miss Julie Yardley Total pupils: 283

merchanttaylors.com/junior-girls

Merchant Taylors’ Boys’ School SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • BOYS

Liverpool, L23 0QP Headteacher: Mr Deiniol Williams Total pupils: 578

merchanttaylors.com/senior-boys

Merchant Taylors’ Girls’ School SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • GIRLS

Liverpool, L23 5SP Headteacher: Claire Tao Total pupils: 490

merchanttaylors.com/senior-girls

Prenton Preparatory School PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Wirral, CH43 5SY Headteacher: Mr M T R Jones Total pupils: 110

prentonprep.co.uk

Redcourt - St Anselm’s NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Birkenhead, CH43 1TX Headteacher: Miss Rachel Jones Total pupils: 216

redcourtstanselms.com

Runnymede St Edward’s School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Liverpool, L12 1LE Headteacher: Mr Bradley Slater Total pupils: 231

runnymede-school.org.uk

St Mary’s College

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • CO-ED

Crosby, L23 5TW Headteacher: Mr Michael Kennedy Total pupils: 661

stmarys.ac

Tower College

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • DAY • CO-ED

Rainhill, Merseyside, L35 6NE Headteacher: Miss R J Oxley Total pupils: 398

towercollege.com

Northumberland Longridge Towers School

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • WEEKLY • BOARDING • CO-ED

Berwick-Upon-Tweed, TD15 2XQ Headteacher: Mr Jonathan Lee Total pupils: 276

lts.org.uk

Mowden Hall School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • BOARDING • CO-ED

Stocksfield, NE43 7TP Headteacher: Mr Neal Bailey Total pupils: 163

mowdenhall.co.uk

Tees Valley Glenfield Nursery

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Stockton-on-Tees, TS16 0DA Headteacher: Ms Jean Brown Total pupils: 20

glenfield-nursery.co.uk

198

Red House School

independentschoolparent.com

teessidehigh.co.uk

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Nr Stockton-on-Tees, TS15 9ES Headteacher: Mr Bill Sawyer Total pupils: 361

yarmschool.org

Yarm School

SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • CO-ED

Nr Stockton-on-Tees, TS15 9EJ Headteacher: Mr David M Dunn Total pupils: 1100

yarmschool.org

Tyne & Wear Argyle House School

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • DAY • CO-ED

Sunderland, SR2 7LA Headteacher: Mr Christopher Johnson Total pupils: 191

argylehouseschool.co.uk

Central Newcastle High School (Junior) NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • WEEKLY • GIRLS

Gosforth, NE3 4ES Headteacher: Ms Angela Charlton Total pupils: 300

newcastlehigh.gdst.net

Central Newcastle HighSchool (Senior) SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • GIRLS

Newcastle-upon-Tyne, NE2 4DS Headteacher: Michael Tippett Total pupils: 1000

newcastlehigh.gdst.net

Dame Allan’s Schools

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • CO-ED

Newcastle-upon-Tyne, NE4 9YJ Headteacher: Dr John Hind Total pupils: 656

Pocklington Prep School

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • WEEKLY • FLEXI • BOARDING • CO-ED

Pocklington, YO42 2NH Headteacher: Mr Ian Wright Total pupils: 226

pocklingtonschool.com

Pocklington School

SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • WEEKLY • FLEXI • BOARDING • CO-ED

York, YO42 2NJ Headteacher: Mr Mark Ronan Total pupils: 786

pocklingtonschool.com

North Yorkshire Ampleforth College

SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • BOARDING • CO-ED

York, YO62 4ER Headteacher: Fr Wulstan Peterburs Total pupils: 611

Harrogate, HG2 9JP Headteacher: Mr Richard Marshall Total pupils: 850

ashville.co.uk

aysgarthschool.com

Belmont Grosvenor Prep NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Harrogate, HG3 2JG Headteacher: Mrs Jane Y Merriman Total pupils: 197

belmontgrosvenor.co.uk

Bootham Junior School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • CO-ED

York, YO30 6NP Headteacher: Sophia Ashworth Jones Total pupils: 153

boothamschool.com

Bootham School SENIOR • DAY • BOARDING • CO-ED

York, YO30 7BU Headteacher: Chris Jeffrey Total pupils: 445

boothamschool.com

York, YO30 6AB Headteacher: Mr Philip Hardy Total pupils: 212

stpetersyork.org.uk/Clifton

BOARDING • CO-ED

Robin Hood’s Bay, YO22 4QD Headteacher: Mr Steven Allen Total pupils: 165

fylinghall.org

Giggleswick Junior School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • BOARDING • CO-ED

Settle, BD24 0DG Headteacher: James Mundell Total pupils: 97

giggleswick.org.uk

Royal Grammar School

Settle, BD24 0DE Headteacher: Mr Mark M Turnbull Total pupils: 390

giggleswick.org.uk

rgs.newcastle.sch.uk

Harrogate Ladies’ College

Westfield School

PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • BOARDING • GIRLS • CO-ED

Newcastle-upon-Tyne, NE3 4HS Headteacher: Mr Neil Walker Total pupils: 238

westfield.newcastle.sch.uk

East Yorkshire Hull Collegiate School

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • CO-ED

Anlaby, HU10 7EH Headteacher: Alex Wilson Total pupils: 649

hullcollegiateschool.co.uk

Hymers College PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • CO-ED

Hull, HU3 1LW Headteacher: Mr D Elstone Total pupils: 976

hymerscollege.co.uk

SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • BOARDING • GIRLS

York, YO19 6EU Headteacher: Mrs Jessica Miles Total pupils: 320

queenmargarets.com

queenmarys.org

The Read School Selby, YO8 8NL Acting Headteacher: M. A. Voisey Total pupils: 224

Bedale, DL8 1TF Headteacher: Mr R Morse Total pupils: 225

SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • BOARDING • CO-ED

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • GIRLS

Queen Margaret’s School

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY •

Giggleswick School

Newcastle-upon-Tyne, NE2 4DX Headteacher: Mr J C Fern Total pupils: 1277

qe.org

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • BOARDING • BOYS • CO-ED

newcastleschool.co.uk

PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • CO-ED

York, YO26 9SS Headteacher: Mr Steven Jandrell Total pupils: 980

Aysgarth Preparatory School

PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • WEEKLY •

Newcastle-upon-Tyne, NE3 1NH Headteacher: Mr D J Tickner Total pupils: 400

FLEXI • BOARDING • CO-ED

Nr Thirsk, YO7 3BZ Headteacher: Carole Cameron Total pupils: 252

BOARDING • CO-ED

Newcastle Junior School for Boys

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • BOYS

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY •

• BOARDING • GIRLS

Fyling Hall School

Newcastle School for Boys

Queen Ethelburga’s College

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • DAY • WEEKLY • FLEXI

newcastleprepschool.org.uk

newcastleschool.co.uk

mountschoolyork.co.uk

PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • WEEKLY •

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Newcastle-upon-Tyne, NE3 4ES Headteacher: Miss Tiffany White Total pupils: 173

York, YO24 4DD Headteachers: Rachel Cooper and Wendy Thompson Total pupils: 287

Queen Mary’s School

Clifton School and Nursery

PREP • DAY • BOYS

BOARDING • GIRLS

Ashville College

Newcastle Preparatory School Newcastle-upon-Tyne, NE2 4RH Headteacher: Mrs M Coates Total pupils: 266

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY •

ampleforth.org.uk/college

dameallans.co.uk

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

The Mount School

Harrogate, HG1 2QG Headteacher: Mrs Sylvia Brett Total pupils: 612

hlc.org.uk

HLC Bankfield Pre-Prep NURSERY • PRE-PREP • DAY • CO-ED

WEEKLY • FLEXI • BOARDING • CO-ED

readschool.co.uk

St Olave’s School PREP • DAY • FLEXI • BOARDING • CO-ED

York, YO30 7WA Headteacher: Mr Andy Falconer Total pupils: 341

stolavesyork.org.uk

St Peter’s School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • FLEXI • BOARDING • CO-ED

York, YO30 6AB Headteacher: Alastair Dunn Total pupils: 549

stpetersyork.org.uk

Scarborough College NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • BOARDING • CO-ED

Scarborough, YO11 3BA Headteacher: Mr Charles Ellison Total pupils: 350

scarboroughcollege.co.uk

Terrington Hall School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • FLEXI BOARDING • DAY • BOARDING • CO-ED

York, YO60 6PR Headteacher: Mr Stephen Mulryne Total pupils: 145

terringtonhall.com

South Yorkshire Birkdale Prep School PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • BOYS

Sheffield, S10 2NS Headteacher: Chris Burch

birkdaleschool.org.uk

Birkdale School SENIOR • BOYS • 6TH FORM • DAY • CO-ED

Sheffield, S10 3DH Headteacher: Dr Paul Owen Total pupils: 816

birkdaleschool.org.uk

Hill House School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • CO-ED

Doncaster, DN9 3GG Headteacher: Mr David Holland Total pupils: 710

hillhouse.doncaster.sch.uk

Mylnhurst Preparatory School and Nursery NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Harrogate, HG1 2EY Headteacher: Ms Susan Skinner Total pupils: 84

Sheffield, S11 9HJ Headteacher: Mr Christopher Emmott Total pupils: 197

Highfield Prep School

Sheffield High School Junior

hlc.org.uk

mylnhurst.co.uk

PREP • DAY • CO-ED

PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • GIRLS

Harrogate, HG1 2QG Headteacher: James Savile Total pupils: 225

Sheffield, S10 2QH Headteacher: Mr Chris Hald Total pupils: 210

hlc.org.uk

sheffieldhighschool.org.uk

Minster School

Sheffield High School Senior

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • GIRLS

minsterschoolyork.co.uk

sheffieldhighschool.org.uk

York, YO1 7JA Headteacher: Mr A Donaldson Total pupils: 163

Sheffield, S10 2PE Headteacher: Mrs Valerie Dunsford Total pupils: 736

NORTH OF ENGLAND

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An Island Education for a Global Future A leading International Baccalaureate school Co-ed boarding and day school for pupils aged 11-18 Email: admissions@kwc.im Tel: 01624 820110 www.kwc.im

“A friendly, caring environment in which each girl can feel confident and flourish”

Means -tested bursaries available from Year 5 upwards

To arrange a tour call 0161 249 3371 Wellington Road, Fallowfield, Manchester M14 6BL

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NORTH OF ENGLAND South Yorkshire - West Yorkshire Westbourne School PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • DAY • CO-ED

Sheffield, S10 2QT Headteacher: Mr J B Hicks Total pupils: 339

westbourneschool.co.uk

West Yorkshire Ackworth School

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • FLEXI • BOARDING • CO-ED

Pontefract, WF7 7LT Headteacher: Mr Anton Maree Total pupils: 474

ackworthschool.com

Bradford Grammar School SENIOR • DAY • CO-ED

Bradford, BD9 4JP Headteacher: Simon Hinchliffe Total pupils: 1109

bradfordgrammar.com

Dale House School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Batley, WF17 8HL Headteacher: Mrs S M G Fletcher Total pupils: 93

dhschool.co.uk

The Froebelian School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Leeds, LS18 4LB Headteacher: Mrs Catherine Dodds Total pupils: 180

froebelian.com

Fulneck School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • WEEKLY • FLEXI • BOARDING • CO-ED

Leeds, LS28 8DS Headteacher: Mrs Deborah Newman Total pupils: 390

fulneckschool.co.uk

Gateways School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • CO-ED • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • GIRLS

Leeds, LS17 9LE Headteacher: Dr Tracy Johnson Total pupils: 356

gatewaysschool.co.uk

The Gleddings Preparatory School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Halifax, HX3 0JB Headteacher: Mrs Jill Wilson Total pupils: 194

thegleddings.co.uk

The Grammar School at Leeds NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • CO-ED

Leeds, LS17 8GS Headteacher: Mrs Sue Woodroofe Total pupils: 2100

gsal.org.uk

Hipperholme Grammar Junior School NURSERY • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Halifax, HX3 8AQ Headteacher: Mrs Sarah Weller Total pupils: 137

hgsf.org.uk

Hipperholme Grammar School SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • CO-ED

Halifax, HX3 8JE Headteacher: Mrs JD Griffiths Total pupils: 216

hgsf.org.uk

Lady Lane Park School and Nursery NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Bingley, BD16 4AP Headteacher: Mr Nigel Saunders Total pupils: 169

Queen Elizabeth Grammar School (Junior) PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • BOYS

Wakefield, WF1 3QY Headteacher: Mrs Louise Gray Total pupils: 380

wgsf.org.uk/qegs-junior

Queen Elizabeth Grammar School SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • BOYS

Wakefield, WF1 3QX Headteacher: Mr David Craig Total pupils: 707

wgsf.org.uk/qegs-senior

Rastrick Independent School PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • CO-ED

Brighouse, HD6 3HF Headteacher: Mrs S A Vaughey Total pupils: 124

rastrick-independent.co.uk

Richmond House School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Leeds, LS16 5LG Headteacher: Helen Stiles Total pupils: 206

rhschool.org

Rishworth School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • WEEKLY• FLEXI • BOARDING • CO-ED

Rishworth, HX6 4QA Headteacher: Mr Alastair Gloag Total pupils: 460

rishworth-school.co.uk

Silcoates Pre-School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Horbury, WF4 6BB

silcoates.org.uk

Silcoates School SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • CO-ED

Wakefield, WF2 0PD Acting Headteacher: Mr Philip Rowe Total pupils: 640

silcoates.org.uk

Wakefield Girls’ High School (Junior) PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • GIRLS

Wakefield, WF1 2QX Headteacher: Rachel Edwards Total pupils: 671

wgsf.org.uk

Wakefield Girls’ High School SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • GIRLS

Wakefield, WF1 2QS Headteacher: Nina Gunson Total pupils: 671

wgsf.org.uk

Westville House School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Ilkley, LS29 0DQ Headteacher: Mr Ian D Shuttleworth Total pupils: 129

westvillehouseschool.co.uk

Woodhouse Grove School PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • WEEKLY • FLEXI •

Saturday Open Days: 15 September 10 November

BOARDING • CO-ED

woodhousegrove.co.uk

Sixth Form Open Day: 13 October

Woodhouse Grove School, Bronte House

Call 01904 727630

Apperley Bridge, BD10 0NR Headteacher: James Lockwood Total pupils: 699

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • BOARDING • CO-ED

Apperley Bridge, BD10 0PQ Headteacher: Mr Simon Dunn Total pupils: 310

woodhousegrove.co.uk/bronte-house

ladylaneparkschool.co.uk

Moorfield School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Ilkley, LS29 8RL Headteacher: Mrs Jessica Crossley Total pupils: 120

moorfieldschool.co.uk

Moorlands School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Leeds, LS16 5PF Headteacher: Ms Jacqueline Atkinson Total pupils: 142

moorlands-school.co.uk

Mulberry House Nursery NURSERY • DAY • CO-ED

Wakefield, WF1 2DG Headteacher: Mrs Rachel Edwards Total pupils: 78

wgsf.org.uk/mulberry-house

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SCOTLAND

This map illustrates the location of some of our leading independent schools in this region. A directory of schools, listed by county, follows this page.

Map not to scale.

Scotland

WESTERN ISLES

Edinburgh

Elgin 4

EDINBURGH

MORAY

1 Fettes College 2 George Watson’s College

HIGHLAND

Fife

ABERDEENSHIRE

ST ANDREWS 3 St Leonards

Moray ELGIN

PERTH AND KINROSS

4 Gordonstoun School

Perth and Kinross PERTH

ARGYLL AND BUTE

5 Glenalmond College

Perth 5 St Andrews 3

FIFE

Aberdeenshire Robert Gordon’s College

Edinburgh 1

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • CO-ED

Aberdeen, AB10 1FE Headteacher: Mr Simon Mills Total pupils: 1667

rgc.aberdeen.sch.uk

St Margaret’s School for Girls

SOUTH LANARKSHIRE

NURSERY • CO-ED • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • GIRLS

Aberdeen, AB10 1RU Headteacher: Miss Anna Tomlinson Total pupils: 416

BORDERS

st-margaret.aberdeen.sch.uk

SOUTH AYRSHIRE

Angus

High School of Dundee PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • CO-ED

Dundee, DD1 1HU Headteacher: Dr John D Halliday Total pupils: 1045

highschoolofdundee.org.uk

Lathallan School

NURSERY • PREP • SENIOR • DAY • WEEKLY • FLEXI • BOARDING • CO-ED

Johnshaven, DD10 0HN Headteacher: Mr Richard Toley Total pupils: 220

lathallan.org.uk

Argyll and Bute Lomond School

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • WEEKLY • BOARDING • CO-ED

Helensburgh, G84 9JX Headteacher: Mrs Johanna Urquhart Total pupils: 405

lomondschool.com

Ayrshire

Wellington School

PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • CO-ED

Ayr, KA7 2XH Headteacher: Mr S P Johnson Total pupils: 480

wellingtonschool.org

East Lothian

The Edinburgh Academy Nursery and Junior School

PREP • DAY • BOARDING • CO-ED

Edinburgh, EH3 5PL Headteacher: Mr Gavin A Calder Total pupils: 375

Belhaven Hill

Dunbar, EH42 1NN Headteacher: Mr Henry Knight Total pupils: 119

belhavenhill.com

Loretto Junior School

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • WEEKLY • FLEXI • BOARDING • CO-ED

Musselburgh, EH21 6JA Headteacher: Mr Philip Meadows Total pupils: 191

lorettoschool.co.uk

Loretto School

SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • WEEKLY • FLEXI • BOARDING • CO-ED

Musselburgh, EH21 7RE Headteacher: Dr Graham Hawley Total pupils: 619

lorettoschool.co.uk

Clackmannanshire Edinburgh Dollar Academy

PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • BOARDING • CO-ED

Dollar, FK14 7DU Headteacher: Mr David Knapman Total pupils: 1216

dollaracademy.org

Cargilfield Preparatory School

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

edinburghacademy.org.uk

The Edinburgh Academy Senior School SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • CO-ED

Edinburgh, EH3 5BL Headteacher: Mr Barry Welsh Total pupils: 909

edinburghacademy.org.uk

Edinburgh Montessori Arts School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Edinburgh, EH16 6AE Headteacher: Ms Emma Rattigan Total pupils: 53

emaschool.co.uk

ESMS Junior School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • BOARDING • CO-ED

Edinburgh, EH4 3NT Headteacher: Mr Mike Kane Total pupils: 1255

esms.org.uk

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • BOARDING • CO-ED

Fettes College

Edinburgh, EH4 6HU Headteacher: Mr Robert Taylor Total pupils: 305

Edinburgh, EH4 1QX Headteacher: G. E. O. Stanford Total pupils: 758

cargilfield.com

PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • BOARDING • CO-ED

fettes.com

George Heriot’s School

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • CO-ED

Edinburgh, EH3 9EQ Headteacher: Mr Cameron Wyllie Total pupils: 1645

george-heriots.com

George Watson’s College

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • CO-ED

Edinburgh, EH10 5EG Headteacher: Mr Melvyn Roffe Total pupils: 2363

gwc.org.uk

The Mary Erskine School

SENIOR • GIRLS • 6TH FORM • DAY • BOARDING • CO-ED

Edinburgh, EH4 3NT Headteacher: Mrs Linda Moule Total pupils: 748

esms.org.uk

Merchiston Castle School

PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • FLEXI • BOARDING • BOYS

Edinburgh, EH13 0PU Headteacher: Mr Jonathan Anderson Total pupils: 471

merchiston.co.uk

St George’s School for Girls

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • WEEKLY • FLEXI • BOARDING • GIRLS

Edinburgh, eh12 6bG Headteacher: Mrs Alex Hems Total pupils: 824

stge.org.uk

independentschoolparent.com

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SCOTLAND

Fife - Glasgow - Inverclyde - Moray - |Perth and Kinross - Scottish Borders - South Lanarkshire - Stirling Stewart’s Melville College

St Columba’s School

SENIOR • BOYS • 6TH FORM • DAY • BOARDING • CO-ED

SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • CO-ED

Edinburgh, EH4 3EZ Headteacher: Mrs Linda Moule Total pupils: 743

esms.org.uk

St Mary’s Music School PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • CO-ED

Edinburgh, EH12 5EL Headteacher: Mr Kenneth Taylor Total pupils: 83

st-marys-music-school.co.uk

Fife

St Leonards PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • FLEXI • WEEKLY • BOARDING • CO-ED

St Andrews, KY16 9QJ Headteacher: Dr Michael Carslaw Total pupils: 518

stleonards-fife.org

Glasgow

Belmont House School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • CO-ED

Glasgow, G77 5DU Headteacher: Mr M D Shanks Total pupils: 260

belmontschool.co.uk

Craigholme School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • GIRLS

Glasgow, G41 4HS Headteacher: June Gilliland Total pupils: 308]

craigholme.co.uk

The Glasgow Academy NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • CO-ED

Glasgow, G12 8HE Headteacher: Mr P J Brodie Total pupils: 1363

theglasgowacademy.org.uk

Glenalmond College

Kilmacolm, PA13 4AU Headteacher: Mrs Andrea Angus Total pupils: 715

Glenalmond, Perth, Perthshire, PH1 3RY

st-columbas.org

Moray

Gordonstoun School PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • BOARDING • CO-ED

Elgin, IV30 5RF Headteacher: Mr Titus Edge Total pupils: 600

gordonstoun.org.uk

Perth and Kinross Ardvreck School

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • BOARDING • CO-ED

Crieff, PH7 4EX Headteacher: Mr Dan Davey Total pupils: 119

ardvreckschool.co.uk

Craigclowan Preparatory School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Perth, PH2 8PS Headteacher: Mr John Gilmour Total pupils: 252

craigclowan-school.co.uk

Glenalmond College SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • BOARDING • CO-ED

Perth, PH1 3RY Warden: Ms Elaine Logan Total pupils: 377

glenalmondcollege.co.uk

Kilgraston NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • BOARDING • GIRLS

Perth, PH2 9BQ Headteacher: Mrs Dorothy MacGinty Total pupils: 308

kilgraston.com

Head Teacher: Elaine Logan Admissions: Mike Jeffers registrar@glenalmondcollege.co.uk

01738 842 000

Dunkeld, PH8 0HJ Headteacher: Chris Holmes Total pupils: 40

boys and girls, 12-18 years c.400, boys 55%, girls 45% TYPE: Day, Flexi, Full Boarding FEES: Senior – Day from £5,627, Flexi Boarding from £6,100, Full Boarding from £8,617 per term TYPICAL CLASS SIZE: Senior – 15-21, Sixth Form – 8-15 FAITH: Christian (Scottish Episcopal) ENTRANCE PROCEDURE: Entrance test/interview. Contact Admissions for more details

highschoolofglasgow.co.uk

Strathallan School

Hutchesons’ Grammar School Primary

PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • BOARDING • CO-ED

School Philosophy: At Glenalmond, learning is our priority. We understand what

The High School of Glasgow (Junior) NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Glasgow, G61 4AE Headteacher: Miss Heather Fuller Total pupils: 359

highschoolofglasgow.co.uk

The High School of Glasgow (Senior) SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • CO-ED

Glasgow, G13 1PL Headteacher: Mr John O’Neill Total pupils: 1039

PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Glasgow, G42 7RN Headteacher: Miss Fiona Macphail Total pupils: 470

hutchesons.org

Hutchesons’ Grammar School SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • CO-ED

Glasgow, G41 4NW Headteacher: Mr Colin Gambles Total pupils: 1482

hutchesons.org

Kelvinside Academy NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • CO-ED

Glasgow, G12 0SW Headteacher: Ian H Munro Total pupils: 565

kelvinsideacademy.org.uk

St Aloysius’ College NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • CO-ED

Glasgow, G3 6RJ Headteacher: Mr Matthew Bartlett Total pupils: 1092

staloysius.org

West End Montessori Pre-School NURSERY • DAY • CO-ED

Glasgow, G3 6AP Headteacher: Ms Denise Guthrie Total pupils: 35

westendmontessoripre-school.com

Inverclyde

St Columba’s Junior School NURSERY • PREP • JUNIOR • DAY • CO-ED

Kilmacolm, PA13 4EQ Headteacher: Ms Alison Duncan Total pupils: 337

st-columbas.org

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Morrison’s Academy NURSERY • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • CO-ED

Crieff, PH7 3AN Headteacher: Mr G Warren Total pupils: 486

morrisonsacademy.org

The New School Butterstone SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • WEEKLY • BOARDING • CO-ED

GENDER/AGES: TOTAL PUPILS:

thenewschool.co.uk

Perth, PH2 9EG Headteacher: Mr Mark Lauder Total pupils: 552

strathallan.co.uk

Scottish Borders St Mary’s Preparatory School

PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • WEEKLY • FLEXI • BOARDING • CO-ED

Melrose, TD6 9LN Headteacher: Mr W J Harvey Total pupils: 177

stmarysmelrose.org.uk

South Lanarkshire Fernhill School

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • CO-ED

Rutherglen, G73 4SG Headteacher: Dr Laura Murphy Total pupils: 200

fernhillschool.co.uk

Hamilton College NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • CO-ED

Hamilton, ML3 0AY Headteacher: Mr Tom McPhail Total pupils: 600

hamiltoncollege.co.uk

Stirling

Beaconhurst School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • CO-ED

Stirling, FK9 4RR Headteacher: Ms Sandra Bannerman Total pupils: 600

beaconhurst.com

enables learning and what inhibits it and we leave nothing to chance. We insist upon sector-leading teaching and support this with unique, innovative and bespoke pupil tracking and support systems. We understand that good learning is the product of multiple, controllable factors and we focus on identifying and developing these. Glenalmond pupils expect to work hard but they also know they can rely upon absolute support from the school in every part of their studies. Working together, we can, and do, achieve remarkable results.

Academic Record: Based upon data published by Scottish Council for Independent Schools, in 2017 Glenalmond was the top performing coeducational school for GCSE in Scotland. In the first year of government changes to the GCSE system in which national pass rates in the highest grades plummeted, we enjoyed the highest A*-A pass rate in Glenalmond history. Likewise, we enjoy great success in getting our pupils to their chosen universities. We have one of the highest success rates in Scotland for entry into the universities of Oxford and Cambridge. Notable Achievements and Alumni:

Sir John Wolfe-Barry (built Tower Bridge, London); David Sole; Kevin & Andrew Macdonald; Robbie Coltrane; Lord Wilson of Tillyorn; Sir Christopher Geidt; Duke of Argyll; Carly Booth; Jeremy Jauncey; Rob Wainwright and many more from TV, film, music, business, politics, diplomatic service.

Open Days: 28 September 2018; March 2019. Visits can be arranged throughout the year by prior arrangement. www.glenalmondcollege.co.uk

SCOTLAND

A strong foundation for the future, a family for life Full boarding ethos, day pupils also welcome • 90 acre campus in the heart of Edinburgh Co-educational 7-18 • Excellent IB, A Level and GCSE results • Superb pastoral care Strong sporting tradition • Innovative careers partnership programme Bursaries, Scholarships and Awards available To arrange a visit, please call our Registrar on 0131 311 6744 admissions@fettes.com www.fettes.com

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WALES Map not to scale.

Wales

This map illustrates the location of some of our leading independent schools in this region. A directory of schools, listed by county, follows this page.

Bangor

DENBIGHSHIRE

Denbighshire DENBIGH

1 Myddelton College

Aberystwyth

POWYS

Carmarthenshire Llandovery College

PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • WEEKLY • BOARDING • CO-ED

Llandovery, SA20 0EE Warden: Mr Guy Ayling Total pupils: 323

llandoverycollege.com

St Michael’s School

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • BOARDING • CO-ED

Llanelli, SA14 9TU Headteacher: Mr Benson Ferrari Total pupils: 382

PEMBROKSHIRE

stmikes.co.uk

Denbighshire Myddelton College

SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • BOARDING • CO-ED

Denbigh, LL16 3EN Headteacher: Mark Roberts Total pupils: 83

myddeltoncollege.com

Ruthin School

SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • BOARDING • CO-ED

Ruthin, LL15 1EE Headteacher: Mr Toby Belfield Total pupils: 262

ruthinschool.co.uk

Conwy

Rydal Penrhos Preparatory School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Conwy, LL29 7BP Headteacher: Mrs G Murphy Total pupils: 178

rydalpenrhos.com

Rydal Penrhos School

SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • WEEKLY • BOARDING • CO-ED

Conwy, LL29 7BT Headteacher: Mr Simon Smith Total pupils: 255

rydalpenrhos.com

St David’s College

SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • WEEKLY • FLEXI • BOARDING • CO-ED

Conwy, LL30 1RD Headteacher: Mr Andrew Russell Total pupils:

stdavidscollege.co.uk

Glamorgan Cardiff Sixth Form

6TH FORM • DAY • BOARDING • CO-ED

Cardiff, CF24 0AA Headteachers: Gareth Collier and Dr Liam Hughes Total pupils: 309

ccoex.com

The Cathedral School Llandaff

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • CO-ED

Cardiff, CF5 2YH Headteacher: Clare Sherwood Total pupils: 743

cathedral-school.co.uk

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Howell’s School, Llandaff

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • BOYS • GIRLS

Cardiff, CF5 2YD Headteacher: Mrs Sally Davis Total pupils: 832

howells-cardiff.gdst.net

Kings Monkton School

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • CO-ED

Cardiff, CF24 3XL Headteacher: Mr Paul Norton Total pupils: 215

kingsmonkton.org.uk

St John’s College

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • CO-ED

Gwynedd

Monmouth Schools Pre-Prep and Nursery

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY •

Monmouth, NP25 3SY Headteacher: Mrs Jennifer Phillips Total pupils: 126

St Gerard’s School CO-ED

Bangor, LL57 2EL Headteacher: Mr Campbell Harrison Total pupils: 182

st-gerards.org

Monmouthshire Monmouth School for Girls SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • BOARDING • GIRLS

Cardiff, CF3 5YX Headteacher: Mr Gareth Lloyd Total pupils: 482

Monmouth, NP25 5XT Headteacher: Ms Jessica Miles Total pupils: 572

stjohnscollegecardiff.com

hmsg.co.uk

UWC Atlantic College

Monmouth School for Girls’ Prep

6TH FORM • BOARDING • CO-ED

Llantwit Mayor, CF61 1WF Headteacher: Mr Peter T. Howe Total pupils: 370

atlanticcollege.org

Westbourne School - Nursery and Junior

PREP • DAY • BOARDING • GIRLS

Monmouth, NP25 5XT Headteacher: Mrs Hilary Phillips Total pupils: 112

habsmonmouth.org/girlsprep

Monmouth School for Boys

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • BOARDING • BOYS

Penarth, CF64 2EF Headteacher: Dr Gerard Griffiths Total pupils: 61

Monmouth, NP25 3XP Headteacher: Dr Andrew Daniel Total pupils: 563

westbourneschool.com

Westbourne School - Senior

SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • WEEKLY • FLEXI • BOARDING • CO-ED

Penarth, CF64 2AJ Headteacher: Mr Kenneth Underhill Total pupils: 93

westbourneschool.com

habsmonmouth.org/boys

Monmouth School Boys’ Prep

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • DAY • CO-ED

habsmonmouth.org/pre-prep

Rougemont School

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • CO-ED

Newport, NP20 6QB Headteacher: Mr R A Carnevale Total pupils: 568

rougemontschool.co.uk

St John’s-on-the-Hill School, Celtic Springs Day Nursery NURSERY • DAY • CO-ED

Newport, NP10 8FZ

stjohnsonthehill.co.uk

St John’s-on-the-Hill School, St Arvans Day Nursery NURSERY • DAY • CO-ED

Chepstow, NP16 6DN Headteacher: Mrs J Ruddy Total pupils: 58

stjohnsonthehill.co.uk

St John’s-on-the-Hill School PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • FLEXI • BOARDING • CO-ED

Chepstow, NP16 7LE Headteacher: Ruth Frett Total pupils: 524

stjohnsonthehill.co.uk

Powys

PREP • DAY • WEEKLY • FLEXI • BOARDING • BOYS

Christ College

Monmouth, NP25 3NG Headteacher: Mr Neil Shaw Total pupils: 110

Brecon, LD3 8AF Headteacher: Mr Gareth Pearson Total pupils: 375

habsmonmouth.org/boysprep

PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • BOARDING • CO-ED

christcollegebrecon.com

WALES

Scholarships available for talented students from ages 9-18 Extremely small class sizes Specialist teachers 21st century learning Supportive environment with great pastoral care

Contact admissions@myddeltoncollege.com for more information myddeltoncollege.com

@MyddeltonCol

+44 (0) 1745 472 201

/MyddeltonCollege

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NORTHERN IRELAND

This map illustrates the location of some of our leading independent schools in this region. A directory of schools, listed by county, follows this page.

Map not to scale.

Northern Ireland DONEGAL

LONDONDERRY

County Antrim BELFAST

Belfast 1

1 Campbell College

County Antrim

RUTLAND

Belfast Royal Academy

ARMAGH

PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • CO-ED

Belfast, BT14 6JL Headteacher: Ms Hilary Woods Total pupils: 1555

belfastroyalacademy.com

Ben Madigan Preparatory School, Belfast Royal Academy NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • CO-ED

Belfast, BT15 5GP Headteacher: Mr Wilson Total pupils: 124

benmadigan.com

Campbell College

PREP • SENIOR • DAY • BOARDING • BOYS

Belfast, BT4 2ND Headteacher: Mr Robert Robinson Total pupils: 1209

campbellcollege.co.uk

Royal Belfast Academical Institution, Inchmarlo Preparatory School NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • DAY • BOYS

Belfast, BT9 6JR Headteacher: Mr A Smyth Total pupils: 190

inchmarlo.org.uk

Victoria College

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • WEEKLY • FLEXI • BOARDING • GIRLS

Belfast, BT9 6JA Headteacher: Ms Patricia Slevin Total pupils: 1093

Coleraine Grammar School SENIOR • DAY • BOYS

victoriacollege.org.uk

County Down

Methodist College

Royal Belfast Academical Institution SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • BOYS

NURSERY • PRE-PREP • PREP • SENIOR • DAY • BOARDING • CO-ED

Belfast, BT9 6BY Headteacher: Mr Scott Naismith Total pupils: 2082

Belfast, BT1 6DL Headteacher: Miss J A Williamson Total pupils: 1184

Holywood, BT18 0DD Headteacher: Mr George Vance Total pupils: 180

PREP • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • DAY • CO-ED

methody.org

rbai.org.uk

Rockport School

rockportschool.com

Londonderry Coleraine, BT51 3LA Headteacher: Dr David Carruthers Total pupils: 761

colerainegrammar.com

Foyle College 6TH FORM • DAY • CO-ED

Londonderry, BT48 0AW Headteacher: Patrick Allen Total pupils: 960

foylenet.org.uk

Inspiring Individuals

“There is something different about Campbell. Pupils love it, teachers love it. It really is the best school.” Inspiring boys from 3 to 18 years old, Campbell College is situated in a stunning 100-acre woodland campus five minutes from George Best Belfast City Airport. Just a short flight from London, we welcome students from all over the world with boarding fees starting from only £4,698 a term. To find out more, visit www.campbellcollege.co.uk

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REPUBLIC OF IRELAND Map not to scale.

Republic of Ireland This map illustrates the location of some of our leading independent schools in this region. A directory of schools, listed by county, follows this page.

Dublin

1 Alexandra College WHITECHURCH

2 St Columba’s College

Dublin

MAYO

Alexandra College

PRE SCHOOL• JUNIOR• SENIOR • DAY • WEEKLY • FLEXI • BOARDING • GIRLS

Dublin College Principal: Barbara Ennis Total pupils:

alexandracollege.eu

GALWAY

The King’s Hospital

Dublin 1 Whitechurch 2

SENIOR • DAY • WEEKLY • FLEXI • BOARDING • CO-ED

Palmerstown, Dublin Headmaster: John Rafter Total Pupils: 695

kingshospital.ie

St Columba’s College

JUNIOR • SENIOR • DAY • WEEKLY • CO-ED

TIPPERARY

Whitechurch, Dublin, D16 CH92 Headmaster: Mark Boobbyer Total Pupils: 298

LIMERICK

stcolumbas.ie

KILKENNY

Kildare

Clongowes Wood College BOYS • SENIOR • 6TH FORM • FULL BOARDING

Clane, Kildare Headmaster: Chris Lumb Total Pupils: 450

clongowes.net

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In the foothills of the Dublin mountains an individual school, full of character.

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A SCHOOL LIKE NO OTHER. For 175 years, we’ve been refining a distinctive style of education and helping to cultivate true individuals. To find out more, visit STCOLUMBAS.IE. Or even better still, arrange a visit.

ADVERTORIAL

A school like no other With its commitment to all-round learning and meeting individual academic needs, Ireland’s leading co-educational boarding school, St Columba’s College, is in a class of its own

Warden Mark Boobbyer with some St Columba’s Colllege pupils

et in the foothills of the Dublin mountains overlooking the cityscape, St Columba’s College’s lush 140-acre estate – which is a mere 30-minute drive from Dublin airport – is just one of the school’s selling points. The seven-day boarding school has a reputation for academic performance as well as a tangible commitment to all-round education. Its dedication to the best in pastoral care was highly praised by the Boarding Schools’ Association after a 2017 visit. Although Senior pupils take the much respected Irish Leaving Certificate, made up of seven subjects, and often go on to top universities in Ireland, the UK, Europe and the USA, entry is non-selective. Mark Boobbyer, Warden of the college, says: “When league tables are what matter most, pre-selection and the screening out of children who are less academic becomes the most important thing. It’s a relief to be in a system where I can do what’s best for each child, rather than worrying about how he or she will affect our league table standings.” Nicole Dickerson, from County Clare, who left this summer says, “I don’t believe I’d be who I am today if I hadn’t attended St Columba’s College. Of course, it was a struggle being away from my parents to begin with, but being independent has really helped me grow.

IT’S A RELIEF TO BE IN A SYSTEM

where I can do what’s best for each child, rather than WORRYING ABOUT HOW HE OR SHE WILL AFFECT OUR LEAGUE TABLE STANDINGS

The school has a study-focused atmosphere, and although being on the go all the time meant we would get very tired, I know the routine and discipline I learned there will keep me on track with everything in the future.” The college has an increasing commitment to developing leadership in the context of an ethos of service. Mr Boobbyer says, “I’m not interested in turning out privileged, selfish young people who are only interested in what they can get out of life. I want us to produce successful adults who are also passionate about

improving the lives of others, be it at home in Ireland or abroad.” Full boarding starts at less that €20,000 a year, as the Irish state carries the cost of teachers’ salaries up to a certain level and relieves private schools of a considerable financial burden. While the cost of a UK boarding education is becoming increasingly prohibitive, St Columba’s College is able to keep costs down while still providing an equivalent, excellent boarding experience. www.stcolumbas.ie independentschoolparent.com

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Alexandra College Alexandra College DUBLIN DUBLIN

Open Day 2018 October to 12.00pm 12.00pm October 13th, 13th, 10.00am 10.00am to in School in the the Senior Senior School For website For more more information, visit our website

info@alexandracollege.ie info@alexandracollege.ie 01 - 4977571 www.alexandracollege.ie www.alexandracollege.ie

YES, IT’S A CRYING SHAME…

…that she left it too late to apply for Hurtwood House, because it’s simply the best for acting, dancing, singing, film-making – “A Utopia for creative minds” – as the Good Schools Guide says. And crucially, this exciting school is equally successful academically. In fact, it’s statistically one of the top co-ed boarding schools in the UK. So, if you’re looking for a really exciting and rewarding change of school at 16 – don’t leave it too late. Call or visit our website for more information.

Please contact Cosmo Jackson

T: 01483 279000

E: info@hurtwood.net

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