School Groups

Globeducate is one of the world's leading K-12 education groups, operating a network of over 65 premium bilingual and international schools in 11 countries (including the UK, Spain, France, Italy, and Canada). Formerly known as NACE Schools, the group educates more than 40,000 students and is known for its partnerships with the WWF and Eco-Schools to promote sustainability and global citizenship. In the UK, its schools include ICS London, Stonar School, and L'Ecole des Petits.

Bellevue Education is a leading international group of independent schools founded in 2003. It owns and operates a network of 19 schools (including nurseries, preparatory, and senior schools) across the United Kingdom, as well as in France and Switzerland. The group focuses on providing high-quality, personalised education that blends innovation with tradition.

St Dunstan's Education Group is a family of independent schools located in South East London. The group was formed to bring together like-minded institutions under a collaborative framework, anchored by the historic St Dunstan's College in Catford. In addition to the College (which includes the Junior and Senior Schools), the group includes Rosemead Preparatory School in Dulwich (which merged with the group in 2023) and St Christopher's The Hall School in Beckenham. The group aims to share resources and best practices while preserving the individual identity of each school.

The Arundel and Brighton Diocesan Trust is the charitable organisation responsible for the administration and financial management of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Arundel and Brighton. Established to support the Bishop in the mission of the Church, the Trust oversees the diocese's assets, including 74 parishes and 73 schools across Sussex and Surrey. It facilitates pastoral care, education, and various charitable activities within the community.

International Schools Partnership (ISP) is a growing global group of private international schools. Founded in 2013, the group currently owns and operates 112 schools in over 25 countries, educating approximately 92,500 students (aged 2–18). ISP focuses on providing "Amazing Learning" opportunities, enabling students to achieve academic excellence and develop global perspectives through international exchange programs and a personalized approach to education.

United Learning is a large educational group in the United Kingdom that uniquely operates both state-funded academies and fee-paying independent schools. The group manages over 100 schools across primary, secondary, and all-through phases, sharing a common mission to bring out "the best in everyone" through a framework of "Education with Character."

The United Westminster and Grey Coat Foundation is an educational charity with origins dating back to the 1570s. It currently manages and supports a group of five schools: three independent schools (Emanuel School, Sutton Valence School, and Queen Anne’s School) and two state academies (The Grey Coat Hospital and Westminster City School). The foundation's mission is to foster educational excellence, support outstanding governance, and provide a holistic, Christian-ethos education to over 4,000 students.

The Brighton College Family of Schools is a network of educational institutions anchored by Brighton College, a leading independent co-educational day and boarding school in Brighton, UK.

Shakhsiyah Schools are managed by the Islamic Shakhsiyah Foundation, a grassroots educational charity established by Muslim mothers to provide a holistic Islamic education. The foundation operates two independent day schools, Shakhsiyah School London (in Haringey) and Shakhsiyah School Slough, as well as Tifly Daycare. The schools utilize the unique "Shakhsiyah Framework," which integrates the National Curriculum with Islamic tarbiyah (nurturing) and character development.

Dukes Education is a family of nurseries, independent schools, and colleges located in the UK and Europe. In addition to its academic institutions, the group offers complementary educational services "beyond the classroom," including university application consultancies, summer schools, day camps, and tuition services.

Eastbourne College (Incorporated) is a charitable company that owns and operates two independent schools in Eastbourne, East Sussex: Eastbourne College (a senior day and boarding school for pupils aged 13–18) and St Andrew’s Prep (a nursery and preparatory school for children aged 9 months to 13 years). The charity focuses on providing a holistic education rooted in academic excellence, pastoral care, and co-curricular opportunity.

Sevenoaks Family of Schools consists of Sevenoaks School, Sevenoaks Prep and Solefield School.

Woodard Schools is a significant group of independent and state-maintained schools in the United Kingdom. Founded by Nathaniel Woodard in 1848, the group comprises a collection of schools that share a Christian ethos and a commitment to providing high-quality education. The network includes independent schools, affiliated schools, and academies (managed through the separate Woodard Academies Trust).

The Yusuf Islam Foundation (founded by the singer-songwriter Yusuf Islam, formerly Cat Stevens) is a UK charity that focuses on education, community development, and philanthropy. Its educational arm operates two high-performing independent Muslim faith schools in North West London. The foundation also has historic ties to Islamia Primary School, which was founded by Yusuf Islam in 1983 and became the first Muslim school in the UK to receive state funding (Voluntary Aided status) in 1998.

Berkhamsted Schools Group is a family of independent schools located in Berkhamsted (Hertfordshire) and Amersham (Buckinghamshire). The group dates back to the foundation of Berkhamsted School in 1541 and now operates a unique "diamond" structure: pupils are taught together in the Pre-Prep and Prep schools, separately in single-sex Senior schools (Berkhamsted Boys and Berkhamsted Girls) between ages 11–16, and then return to co-education in the Sixth Form. The group includes six schools and a day nursery.

The Mill Hill Education Group is a charitable foundation comprising a family of leading independent day and boarding schools, primarily based in London and the Home Counties, with an international presence in Thailand. Originally established in 1807 by Nonconformists, the group aims to "instill values and inspire minds," emphasising a holistic education that balances academic rigour with character development. Governance is overseen by a Court of Governors and a Chief Executive Officer, who manage the strategic direction and financial stability of member schools including Mill Hill School, Belmont, and Cobham Hall.

Inspired Education Group is a leading global network of premium private schools operating across Europe, Asia-Pacific, Africa, the Middle East, and the Americas. The group educates over 95,000 students in more than 118 schools across 24 countries. Their educational philosophy focuses on three pillars: academic excellence, sports, and the performing & creative arts, offering qualifications such as the International Baccalaureate (IB) and A-Levels.

Chatsworth Schools is a group of independent schools and nurseries located across the United Kingdom and internationally. Founded in 2018 by Anita Gleave and Fred Knipe, the group operates with a mission to provide inclusive, non-selective education that focuses on nurturing each child's individual talents. The group is backed by Synova Capital and operates multiple settings, including preparatory schools and nurseries.

CATS Global Schools (CGS) is a leading international education group that owns and operates a diverse portfolio of independent boarding schools, an arts school, and English language centers across the UK, USA, and Canada. The group focuses on preparing students for university success and future careers through institutions such as CATS Colleges, Cambridge School of Visual & Performing Arts (CSVPA), and Bournemouth Collegiate School. It was formed in 2021 by bringing together several established education brands under one umbrella.

The Methodist Independent Schools Trust (MIST) is a charitable organization that serves as the trustee and governing body for a network of independent schools with a Methodist foundation. It was established in 2011 to provide oversight and support to its member schools, ensuring they maintain their Christian ethos while delivering high-quality education. The trust currently directly oversees 10 schools (including Culford, Kent College, Truro School, and Woodhouse Grove) and works closely with several other associated Methodist independent schools.

The Gardener Schools Group (GSG) is a family-owned network of independent co-educational schools in London. Founded in 1991 by teachers Maria and Edward Gardener, the group is known for its "greenhouse, not hothouse" philosophy, which emphasizes a holistic, supportive, and non-selective approach to education. The group currently operates 4 schools and a nursery.

Acorn Care and Education (often referred to as Acorn Education) is a leading UK provider of specialist education and residential care for children and young people with complex needs. The organization operates a network of special needs schools and residential homes designed to support pupils with social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) needs, as well as autism and other learning difficulties. It is a key division of the Outcomes First Group.

The Repton Family of Schools is a global network of educational institutions that stems from the historic Repton School in Derbyshire, UK. The family includes the founding UK schools (Repton School and Repton Prep) and a growing portfolio of international schools located in the UAE (Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Al Barsha), China (Xiamen), Malaysia, and Egypt (Cairo). These schools share the same ethos, academic rigor, and pastoral care values as the UK parent school.

The Al-Khoei Foundation is a major international Shia Muslim charitable organization with its headquarters in London. Founded in 1989 by the late Grand Ayatollah Sayyid Abulqasim Al-Khoei, the foundation focuses on the spiritual and social welfare of Muslim communities worldwide. In the UK, it is the proprietor of two independent faith schools in North West London: Al-Sadiq School (for boys) and Al-Zahra School (for girls). The foundation also operates the Al-Khoei Islamic Centre, providing religious services, interfaith dialogue, and community support.

St Bede's School Trust Sussex is the charitable body responsible for managing Bede's School, a co-educational independent day and boarding school located in Upper Dicker and Eastbourne, East Sussex. The trust oversees the education of pupils from nursery age through to the Sixth Form across its prep and senior school sites.

The Skinners' Company is one of the "Great Twelve" Livery Companies of the City of London, originally developing from the medieval trade guild of furriers. Today, it is a major philanthropic and educational organization that maintains a network of eight schools (including The Skinners' School, Tonbridge School, and The Marsh Academy) and almshouses. The Company acts as the trustee and governor for these institutions, supporting them through its various charitable foundations.

Cognita is a leading global private schools group that owns and operates over 100 schools across 21 countries in Europe, Latin America, the Middle East, North America, and Asia. The group provides holistic education to more than 95,000 students, focusing on academic excellence, character development, and global perspective.

The City of London Corporation acts as a unique local authority and education provider, managing a "Family of Schools" that includes both premium independent schools and a network of state-funded academies.

Alpha Schools is a group of independent schools and nurseries located across the United Kingdom. Run by industry experts, the group owns and operates 18 schools, offering education from nursery level through to Sixth Form (ages 6 months to 18 years). Their portfolio includes both day and boarding schools, all of which emphasise a family-oriented ethos, small class sizes, and personalised learning.

The Francis Holland Schools Trust is an educational charity that owns and operates three prestigious independent day schools for girls in central London. Founded in the late 19th century by Canon Francis Holland with a Church of England ethos, the Trust manages Francis Holland School (Regent's Park), Francis Holland School (Sloane Square), and the newly established Francis Holland Preparatory School (located in Chelsea). The Trust provides a shared governance and financial framework while allowing each school to maintain its distinct character and academic autonomy.

Wishford Education is a family-run group of independent schools, nurseries, and camps located across the South of England (including Wiltshire, Gloucestershire, Berkshire, and Kent). Founded in 2011, the group operates a network of prep and senior schools with a focus on delivering high-quality education, supportive pastoral care, and value.

The Girls' Day School Trust (GDST) is a leading network of independent girls' schools in the UK. Established in 1872, it currently operates a "family" of 23 independent schools and 2 academies across England and Wales. The organization is a pioneer in girls' education, dedicated to helping girls learn without limits through a focus on academic excellence, pastoral care, and specialized teaching that puts girls first.