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BBSN is a specialized recruitment and marketing network designed to connect UK boarding schools with international educational agents. Unlike regulatory or pastoral associations, its primary aim is facilitating student recruitment. The network links over 270 member schools with a vetted community of 400+ reference-checked agents across 50 countries, assisting schools in diversifying their student bodies. BBSN provides market intelligence, a secure portal for data exchange, and organizes the bi-annual British Boarding Schools’ Workshops (BBSW). It also aids schools in meeting UKVI sponsorship compliance by ensuring agent partners meet rigorous professional standards.

Member Schools (15)

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Sevenoaks School
Co-ed
Sevenoaks School, High Street, Sevenoaks, Kent, TN13 1HU
Year 7 - Year 13 (Upper Sixth) (Ages 11-18)

Sevenoaks School is a co-educational day and boarding school for pupils aged 11 to 18, situated in Sevenoaks, Kent. Established in 1432, it is one of England's oldest secular school foundations. The school occupies a 100-acre campus on the edge of the town, bordering Knole Park, featuring green, spacious grounds and a blend of historic and modern architecture. The school claims to focus on a progressive, academic, and global outlook, with its Sixth Form students pursuing the International Baccalaureate Diploma. Its ethos encourages critical thinking and a love of learning.

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Westbourne House
Co-ed
Westbourne House School, Coach Road, Chichester, West Sussex, PO20 2BH
Pre-Nursery - Year 8 (Ages 2-13)

Westbourne House School is an independent co-educational day and boarding school situated in 100 acres of parkland near Chichester, West Sussex. It caters to pupils aged 2.5 to 13 years. The school claims to focus on academic excellence and developing the whole child, fostering kindness, respect, and perseverance through a broad range of experiences. It has been awarded the Alice Rose Award and the High Performance Learning (HPL) World Class School Award.

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Ashford School
Co-ed
Ashford School, East Hill, Ashford, Kent, TN24 8PB
Pre-Nursery - Year 13 (Upper Sixth) (Ages 2-18)

Ashford School is a co-educational independent day and boarding school situated across two campuses in Ashford, Kent. It caters to students aged 3 months to 18 years. The school claims to focus on "Inspiring Minds" and an educational philosophy that prioritizes student well-being as a foundation for success. It is affiliated with the United Church Schools Trust and is a member of the Headmasters' and Headmistresses' Conference (HMC). The school is located near Ashford International station, offering strong transport links.

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Brighton College Prep Handcross
Co-ed
Brighton College Prep Handcross, London Road, Handcross, West Sussex, RH17 6HF
Pre-Nursery - Year 8 (Ages 2-13)

Brighton College Prep Handcross is an independent co-educational preparatory school for pupils aged 2 to 13, offering day, weekly, and full boarding options from age 8. Situated in Handcross, West Sussex, the school is set within 52 acres of parkland and countryside. The school claims to focus on kindness, mutual respect, and fostering a love of learning, operating under the motto "Be Trewe". It features facilities such as playing fields, a golf course, and an indoor swimming pool. The school is part of the Brighton College Family of Schools.

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Bede's Senior School
Co-ed
Bede's Senior School, Upper Dicker, Hailsham, East Sussex, BN27 3QH
Year 9 - Year 13 (Upper Sixth) (Ages 13-18)

Bede's Senior School is a co-educational independent day and boarding school situated in the rural village of Upper Dicker, East Sussex. The school's campus is set within approximately 100-140 acres of the Sussex countryside. It caters to pupils aged 13 to 18. The school claims to focus on a holistic philosophy, aiming to discover and develop individual talents by prioritizing academic, co-curricular, and pastoral aspects of student life. It describes itself as a modern and inclusive institution.

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Earlscliffe
Co-ed
29, Shorncliffe Road, Folkestone, Kent, CT20 2NB
Year 10 - Year 13 (Upper Sixth) (Ages 14-18)

Earlscliffe is a co-educational independent sixth form college and boarding school situated in Folkestone on the Kent coast. The school caters to students aged 15-19 and claims to offer a highly personalised education for international students, with a focus on university preparation. Its campus comprises renovated Victorian and Edwardian buildings within the town. The school emphasizes a rigorous academic platform and character development. It is also an associated UNESCO school.

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Queenswood
Queenswood, Shepherd's Way, Hatfield, Hertfordshire, AL9 6NS
Year 7 - Year 13 (Upper Sixth) (Ages 11-18)

Queenswood is an independent day and boarding school for girls aged 11-18, situated in Hertfordshire, near Hatfield, within a 120-acre parkland estate. The school has a Christian foundation and claims to focus on valuing each individual, promoting international understanding, and fostering a love of learning. It offers a broad curriculum alongside extensive co-curricular activities, utilizing facilities that include a 25-meter swimming pool and 27 tennis courts. Queenswood reports an international community, with approximately 20% of its pupils from overseas.

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Junior King's School
Co-ed
Milner Court, Sturry, Canterbury, Kent, CT2 0AY
Nursery - Year 8 (Ages 3-13)

Junior King's School is a co-educational day and boarding preparatory school for pupils aged 3-13. Situated on an 80-acre country estate in Sturry, Kent, two miles from Canterbury, the school is located on the banks of the River Stour. Founded in 1879 as the preparatory school to The King's School, Canterbury, it moved to its current rural site in 1929. The school claims to focus on a supportive and nurturing ethos, aiming to find the spark in every child through a broad education. Facilities include educational, boarding, music, drama, design technology, computing, and sporting provisions. An ISI inspection in 2017 recognised the quality of pupils' academic and other achievements as excellent.

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Benenden School
Girls
Benenden School, Cranbrook Road, Cranbrook, Kent, TN17 4AA
Year 7 - Year 13 (Upper Sixth) (Ages 11-18)

Benenden School, founded in 1923, is an all-girls boarding school situated in 250 acres of parkland in Kent, a rural setting. It accommodates approximately 550-560 girls aged 11-18, with a limited number of day places. The school claims to focus on a 'Complete Education', aiming to shape future generations of successful, visionary women, and fostering values such as confidence, compassion, courage, and courtesy.

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Farlington School
Co-ed
Farlington School, Strood Park, Horsham, West Sussex, RH12 3PN
Pre-Nursery - Year 13 (Upper Sixth) (Ages 2-18)

Farlington School is an independent day and boarding school located in Horsham, West Sussex. Established in 1896, it became fully co-educational in September 2021, catering to pupils aged 6 months to 18 years. Situated within 33 acres of parkland, the school offers a rural setting. Farlington School claims to focus on its core values of Individuality, Opportunity, and Community, with a mission to encourage pupils to "Live life to the full" (Vive ut vivas). It is affiliated with the Bellevue Education group. Pastoral care and wellbeing are stated as central to its educational approach.

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Worth School
Co-ed
Worth School, Paddockhurst Road, Turners Hill, West Sussex, RH10 4SD
Year 7 - Year 13 (Upper Sixth) (Ages 11-18)

Worth School is a co-educational Catholic boarding and day school for pupils aged 11 to 18. Situated in 500 acres of Sussex countryside near Worth, within Worth Abbey, it operates with a Benedictine ethos. The school claims to focus on fostering self-awareness, integrity, and a sense of responsibility through an "education with heart and soul". It offers both A Levels and the IB Diploma. In October 2024, Worth School was named Boarding School of the Year at the Independent Schools of the Year awards.

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King's School Rochester
Co-ed
Satis House, Boley Hill, Rochester, Kent, ME1 1TE
Pre-Nursery - Year 13 (Upper Sixth) (Ages 2-18)

King's School Rochester is a co-educational independent day and boarding school situated in Rochester, Kent. The school is nestled within the Cathedral Precinct, near Rochester Cathedral and Rochester Castle, offering views over the River Medway. Founded in 604 AD, it claims to be the second oldest continuously operating school in the world and the oldest cathedral choir school. Serving pupils aged 3 to 18, it is a Church of England foundation. The school claims to focus on a holistic education, underpinned by values of happiness, endeavour, aspiration, roundedness, and teamwork.

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Rochester Independent College
Co-ed
254, St Margaret's Banks, Rochester, Kent, ME1 1HY
Year 7 - Year 13 (Upper Sixth) (Ages 11-18)

Rochester Independent College is an Independent Schools Council accredited co-educational day and boarding school located in Rochester, Kent. Established in 1984, the college's urban campus features 14 listed buildings within a conservation area, linked by award-winning wildlife gardens. The school claims to focus on academic achievement and creativity, promoting critical and independent thinking. Its stated ethos is informal and flexible, with an average class size of eight. It caters to students aged 11 to 19.

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Farringtons School
Co-ed
Farringtons School, Perry Street, Chislehurst, Kent, BR7 6LR
Nursery - Year 13 (Upper Sixth) (Ages 3-18)

Farringtons School is a co-educational independent day and boarding school situated in Chislehurst, Kent, within 25 acres of parkland. Catering to pupils aged 3-18, the school was established in 1908. Its ethos, underpinned by Christian values, claims to focus on the holistic development of each child, fostering intellectual, physical, moral, and spiritual growth. The school aims to provide a wide variety of extracurricular opportunities within a nurturing environment.

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Ardingly College
Co-ed
Ardingly College, College Road, Ardingly, West Sussex, RH17 6SQ
Pre-Nursery - Year 13 (Upper Sixth) (Ages 2-18)

Situated in the West Sussex countryside, near Haywards Heath, Ardingly College is a co-educational boarding and day school established in 1858. The college occupies a 240-acre campus with woodland and a lakeside environment. The school claims to focus on academic rigour, critical thinking, and preparing students to be "World Ready". Its ethos is guided by values such as engagement, compassion, resilience, and collaboration. Ardingly College offers A-levels, the IB Diploma, and BTECs.

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