Alpha Schools

Sackville School is a co-educational independent day school for pupils aged 11 to 18, situated in Hildenborough, Kent. Housed in Foxbush House, a Victorian building dating from 1866, the school is set within scenic grounds in the Kent countryside. It operates as a small, non-selective community that focuses on individual growth and tailored academic support. The curriculum spans GCSE and A-Level courses, complemented by facilities such as a sports hall and fitness suite. The school’s ethos emphasises personal development and collaboration within a supportive, family-like environment.

The Chalfonts Independent Grammar School is a co-educational, all-through independent school located in High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire. Catering for pupils aged 3 to 18, the school operates as an International Baccalaureate (IB) World School. Its curriculum includes the IB Middle Years Programme for ages 11 to 16 and the IB Diploma Programme for sixth form students aged 16 to 18. The educational ethos focuses on discussion-led teaching and inquiry-based learning, utilising small classes to encourage student participation and independent study skills.

The Prebendal School is a co-educational day and boarding preparatory school for pupils aged 3 to 13, situated in the heart of Chichester, West Sussex. Recognised as the oldest school in Sussex, its history dates back to the 11th century as a song school for Chichester Cathedral, with which it maintains a close official link today. The school is housed in a collection of historic buildings, including a 13th-century school house. It provides a broad education with a strong musical tradition, serving as the choir school for the cathedral’s choristers.

Wellesley Haddon Dene is a co-educational independent day preparatory school situated in the seaside town of Broadstairs, Kent. Formed in 2022 following the merger of two historic local institutions, Wellesley House and Haddon Dene, the school educates children aged 2 to 11. It is set within six acres of grounds and features a Victorian main building dating from the late 19th century. Part of the Alpha Schools group, the school offers a curriculum that includes regular "Beach School" sessions on local sands, combining academic preparation for senior school entrance with a strong focus on pastoral care.

Sherrardswood School is a co-educational day school for pupils aged 2 to 18, located in Welwyn, Hertfordshire. The school is housed in Lockleys, a Grade II listed Georgian mansion, and set within 25 acres of parkland and woodland. Founded in 1928, the school maintains small class sizes across its prep, senior, and sixth form departments. The curriculum aims to provide a broad education, supported by facilities including dedicated art studios, science laboratories, and extensive outdoor sports grounds, fostering individual development in a rural setting.

Beechwood School is a co-educational day and boarding school for pupils aged 3 to 18, located in Tunbridge Wells, Kent. Set within 23 acres of landscaped grounds, the school is centred around a grand Victorian mansion constructed in 1855. Founded in 1915 by the Society of the Sacred Heart, it maintains a nurturing ethos based on its founding traditions while welcoming children of all faiths. Facilities include a dedicated auditorium, sports gym, and MUGA pitch, supporting a broad curriculum that offers a wide variety of academic and creative subjects at GCSE and A-level.

Godstowe Preparatory School is an independent day and boarding school situated on a 12-acre parkland site overlooking High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire. Operating as England’s first all-girls preparatory school, it caters for girls aged 7 to 13, alongside a co-educational nursery and pre-prep department for pupils aged 3 to 7. The school focuses on developing the whole child within a nurturing atmosphere, offering over 100 extra-curricular activities. On-site facilities include a 25-metre swimming pool, a sports hall, a dance studio, a theatre, and a dedicated 15-room music school with a recital hall.