Independent Day-Only Schools

Situated in Wadhurst, East Sussex, Sacred Heart School is an independent Catholic school for children in Key Stages 1 and 2. A member of the Independent Schools Association and the Catholic Independent Schools’ Conference, the school claims to focus on the quality of relationships and teaching within its community. Its grounds host various activities, including a range of clubs and an after-school provision known as Busy Bees. The school also provides Parent and Toddler mornings, fostering early connections with the local community in its rural village setting.

St Margaret's Hampstead is an independent day school for girls aged 4 to 16, situated in a residential area of North London. Founded in 1884, the school is housed in a Victorian building in Kidderpore Gardens, close to Hampstead Heath. It operates as a small, family-oriented community with a focus on individual pastoral care. The academic curriculum culminates in GCSEs, and as the school does not have a sixth form, Year 11 pupils are encouraged to take on senior leadership roles. Facilities include science laboratories, a library, and drama spaces.

ACS Egham International School is a co-educational day school for students aged 4 to 18, located on a 20-acre estate in Egham, Surrey, near Windsor Great Park. It is an International Baccalaureate (IB) World School, offering all four IB programmes: the Primary Years Programme, Middle Years Programme, Diploma Programme, and Career-related Programme. The campus includes a historic mansion house and specialised facilities such as a sports centre and science laboratories. The school serves a diverse international community and provides a variety of extracurricular opportunities in sports, performing arts, and technology.

Eaton House Belgravia is an independent day school for boys aged 2 to 11, incorporating a co-educational nursery, located in London’s Belgravia district. Founded in 1897, the school is situated near Sloane Square and occupies historic premises on Eaton Gate. It provides a traditional academic curriculum intended to prepare pupils for 7+, 8+, and 11+ entry into competitive senior schools. Facilities include specialist rooms for science, music, and ICT, alongside an outdoor learning area. Notable alumni include former Prime Minister Harold Macmillan and the actor Eddie Redmayne.

Sevenoaks Preparatory School is a co-educational day school for pupils aged 2 to 13, situated in 25 acres of grounds bordering Knole Park in Kent. Founded in 1919, the school moved to its current site at Godden Green in 1948. Its ethos is defined by the 'Way of Life' framework, which focuses on character development and mutual respect. Facilities include the Centenary Centre, which houses a library, art studio, and science laboratories, alongside extensive sports fields and a Forest School. The curriculum prepares children for a range of senior schools, balancing academic rigour with diverse extracurricular activities.

Trevor-Roberts School is a co-educational independent day school for pupils aged 5 to 13, located in Belsize Park, London. Founded in 1955 and established at its current site in 1981, the school is housed in two adjacent late Victorian houses. It maintains a non-competitive academic environment focused on fostering individual confidence and personal progress. Music and drama are core elements of school life, with all pupils participating in two dramatic performances each year. Sporting activities take place at local facilities, including nearby playing fields and a leisure centre swimming pool.

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.

Trinity School Croydon is an independent day school for boys aged 11 to 18, with a co-educational Sixth Form. Established in 1882 as Whitgift Middle School, it is part of the Whitgift Foundation and moved to its current 27-acre site in Shirley Park in 1965. The school maintains a strong musical tradition, notably through the Trinity Boys Choir, and provides extensive facilities for sport and the arts. Its ethos combines academic challenge with a focus on character development and community involvement within a supportive environment.

Notre Dame Senior School is an independent Catholic day school for girls aged 11 to 18, set within 26 acres of parkland in Cobham, Surrey. The school occupies Burwood House, a Grade II listed 18th-century manor house once owned by the Earl of Ellesmere. Founded by the Company of Mary Our Lady, it follows the educational philosophy of Saint Jeanne de Lestonnac. Facilities include a 370-seat professional-standard theatre, a heated indoor swimming pool, and an Innovation Hub for STEM studies. The curriculum is complemented by a diverse range of extracurricular activities in music, drama, and competitive sport.

Azbuka Russian-English Bilingual School is a co-educational day school and nursery for pupils aged 2 to 11, located in Hammersmith, London. Established by the AZBUKA Foundation, which pioneered Russian-English bilingual education in the UK from 2000, the school opened its primary department in 2015 as the first of its kind in the country. The curriculum features an equal split between English and Russian, delivered by native-speaking staff. Operating with a small-school ethos, it focuses on immersive language development alongside a broad academic programme designed to support bicultural identity.

Al-Zahra School is an independent day school for girls aged 8 to 16, located in Queen's Park, London. Established in 1989 by the Al-Khoei Foundation, the school provides an education underpinned by a strong Islamic ethos. The curriculum combines the National Curriculum with religious studies, including Arabic and Quranic instruction. Operating within a small, close-knit community, the school focuses on academic progress alongside spiritual and moral development. Al-Zahra School aims to nurture well-rounded individuals, encouraging pupils to integrate their faith-based values with active participation in wider British society.

ICS London is a co-educational independent day school for pupils aged 3 to 18, situated across two campuses in central London. Founded in 1979, the school is an International Baccalaureate (IB) World School, delivering the Primary Years, Middle Years, and Diploma Programmes. The primary department is housed in a renovated Victorian building in Marylebone, while the secondary campus is located on Star Street. Emphasising a global perspective and personalised learning, the school supports a diverse community, utilising its central location to integrate local cultural and sporting facilities into its curriculum.

Egerton-Rothesay School is a co-educational independent day school for pupils aged 6 to 19, situated in Berkhamsted, Hertfordshire. Formed by the amalgamation of two local preparatory schools founded in 1922 and 1951, the school moved to its current campus on Durrants Lane in 1988. It provides a mainstream curriculum tailored with specialist support for pupils with specific learning requirements, including dyslexia, dyspraxia, and autism. Grounded in a Christian ethos, the school focuses on individual development and life skills within a supportive environment featuring modern teaching blocks and dedicated specialist facilities.

Channing School is an independent day school for girls aged 4 to 18, located on Highgate Hill in North London. Founded in 1885 by the Reverend Robert Spears and sisters Emily and Matilda Sharpe, it remains the only independent Unitarian school in Britain. The school occupies two sites, with the Junior School at Fairseat bordering Waterlow Park. Its facilities include the Grade II listed Brunner House, a performing arts centre, and a sports hall. The school's ethos is rooted in the Unitarian principles of scholarship, integrity, altruism, and independence.

Shoreham College is an independent co-educational day school for pupils aged 3 to 16, located in Shoreham-by-Sea, West Sussex. Founded in 1852, the school is set within an 11-acre campus that includes a 500-year-old Tudor manor house and historic flint walls. The college follows a non-selective admissions policy and provides an education focused on individual well-being and academic breadth. Specialist facilities include a heated open-air swimming pool, modern STEM laboratories, and a forest school. The site also features extensive playing fields for sporting activities and outdoor learning.