Independent Co-Educational Schools

Westbury House School is a co-educational independent day school for pupils aged 2 to 11, located in New Malden, Surrey. Established in 1948, the school is housed in a Victorian building and offers a broad curriculum including specialist instruction in music, French, and sport. The school maintains small class sizes and prepares pupils for transition to a range of senior schools. Facilities include an outdoor play area and dedicated rooms for creative arts, supporting an ethos that focuses on the development of well-rounded individuals.

Ripley Court School is a co-educational preparatory school and nursery for pupils aged 3 to 11, situated on a 19-acre site in the village of Ripley, Surrey. The school is centred around a Grade II listed 17th-century building, featuring extensive playing fields and woodland. Facilities include an indoor heated swimming pool, a forest school, and a music and drama centre. Ripley Court emphasises a nurturing, family ethos and maintains a close partnership with Reed’s School in Cobham. The curriculum balances academic development with a strong focus on sport, music, and the arts.

Heathside Preparatory School is a co-educational independent day school for pupils aged 2 to 11, situated in the heart of Hampstead Village. Occupying historic buildings near Hampstead Heath, the school regularly utilises the Heath for its Forest School programme and outdoor learning. Heathside is distinguished by its informal ethos, which includes a no-uniform policy and the practice of pupils and teachers using first names. The curriculum is based on the pillars of "knowledge, nature, and nurture," providing academic preparation for the 11-plus alongside a strong emphasis on creative arts and pastoral development.

Situated in Eastbourne on the East Sussex coast, Eastbourne College is a co-educational day and boarding school for pupils aged 13 to 18. Established in 1867, the school is located between the beach and the South Downs, describing itself as a ‘blue health school’ that promotes well-being through its maritime environment. The campus features the Birley Centre and the Winn Building, offering a mix of modern and traditional facilities. The school claims to focus on a holistic education underpinned by its core values of excellence, integrity, participation, and kindness.

Edgeborough is a co-educational day and boarding preparatory school for pupils aged 2 to 13, located in Frensham, near Farnham. Set within 50 acres of parkland and countryside, the school is centred around Frensham Place, a Victorian manor house. Founded in 1906, it moved to its current site in 1939. The curriculum emphasises a broad range of academic, creative, and sporting opportunities, supported by facilities including a swimming pool and a performing arts centre. The school aims to foster an inclusive community while preparing children for transition to senior schools.

The Danesfield Manor School is a co-educational independent day school and nursery for pupils aged six months to 11 years, located in Walton-on-Thames, Surrey. Housed in a large Victorian building, the school’s origins date back to 1923, with the preparatory school formally established in 1940. It promotes a growth mindset alongside traditional values, focusing on developing well-rounded and confident individuals. Facilities include an on-site heated indoor swimming pool and dedicated Forest School areas. The broad curriculum provides specialist teaching in subjects such as music, Spanish, and sport to encourage a lifelong love of learning.

Lycée International de Londres Winston Churchill is a co-educational independent day school in Wembley, North London, for pupils aged 3 to 18. Established in 2015, it is housed in the Grade II listed Brent Town Hall, a refurbished Art Deco landmark on a five-acre campus. The school provides two bilingual pathways: the French national curriculum leading to the Baccalauréat and an English-language track culminating in the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma. Facilities include modern science laboratories, an indoor gymnasium, and outdoor sports courts, fostering an environment of academic rigour and international-mindedness.

The Villa School and Nursery is an independent co-educational day pre-prep and nursery for children aged two to seven, situated in Peckham, South East London. Housed in Victorian buildings featuring modern classroom extensions and mature walled gardens, the school provides a nurturing environment with a family-oriented ethos. The curriculum follows the Early Years Foundation Stage and Key Stage 1, focusing on holistic development through a balance of play and structured learning. Maintaining small class sizes, the school emphasises personal growth and academic readiness for the transition to subsequent schools at age seven.

Seaford College is an independent co-educational boarding and day school situated at Lavington Park, south of Petworth, West Sussex, England. The campus is set within over 450 acres of parkland in the South Downs, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Founded in 1884, the school caters for students aged 4 to 18 across its Prep, Senior, and Sixth Form. Seaford College, affiliated with the Church of England, claims to focus on fostering individual potential, encouraging academic achievement, and promoting participation in cultural, social, and sporting activities.

Located on a 50-acre rural site near Robertsbridge, Marlborough House Vinehall is a co-educational preparatory school for day and boarding pupils aged 2 to 13. Formed in 2025 by the merger of Marlborough House and Vinehall schools, it occupies the former Vinehall site in the East Sussex countryside. The school claims to balance academic rigour with a focus on preserving childhood through outdoor exploration and play. Facilities include woodland and a golf course, supporting a curriculum designed to foster resilience and creativity as pupils prepare for entry to senior schools.

Situated near Pulborough in West Sussex, Dorset House School is a co-educational preparatory school. Located in the village of Bury, the school offers day, flexi, and weekly boarding options. The school claims to provide a “high challenge, low threat” environment, often describing its ethos as a “greenhouse” rather than a “hot house” to foster pupil confidence. The curriculum places a strong emphasis on art, drama, and music, while the rural setting supports a range of outdoor learning and sporting activities.

St Albans School is an independent day school for boys aged 11 to 18, with a co-educational Sixth Form. Situated adjacent to St Albans Cathedral, it is one of the world’s oldest schools, tracing its history back to 948 AD. The school occupies a historic campus including the 14th-century Abbey Gateway. Its ethos emphasises academic rigour and holistic development. Facilities include the Woollams playing fields and a modern sports centre with a swimming pool, as well as dedicated buildings for science and music, supporting a curriculum that blends traditional scholarship with contemporary learning.

ACS Cobham International School is a co-educational day and boarding school for pupils aged 2 to 18, situated on a 128-acre campus in the Surrey countryside. The school offers a global curriculum, including the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma and the American Advanced Placement (AP) programme. Facilities include a state-of-the-art sports centre with a 25-metre competition pool, an Olympic-sized track, and a 510-seat performing arts theatre. Founded in 1967, the school emphasises developing well-rounded global citizens through a diverse range of academic, sporting, and extracurricular opportunities.

Brampton College is a co-educational independent sixth form college located in Hendon, North West London. Founded in 1989, the college is housed in attractive period buildings and caters for students aged 15 to 19. It provides a focused academic environment specialising in GCSE and A-level provision, with an emphasis on small class sizes and preparation for university entry. Facilities include four recently refurbished science laboratories and a purpose-built art studio. The college maintains an informal yet disciplined atmosphere, fostering a culture of individual responsibility and academic study within a supportive setting.

Tennis Avenue School, situated in New Malden, is a co-educational independent day school for pupils aged 4 to 18. The school specialises in integrating high-level tennis training with a full academic curriculum, designed for students pursuing professional sporting careers. Facilities include multiple tennis courts where pupils undergo intensive daily coaching alongside their classroom studies. The school maintains small class sizes to support academic development, providing a structured environment that balances athletic performance with educational achievement. It offers a specialised pathway for young athletes to excel in both fields simultaneously.