Independent Day-Only Schools

City of London School for Girls is an independent day school for pupils aged 11-18, located in the Barbican. Founded in 1894 following a bequest by William Ward, the school occupies a Grade II listed building set between ancient Roman walls and iconic brutalist architecture. Its ethos is intellectually rigorous yet "unstuffy", fostering a culture of curiosity and pioneering spirit. The school makes full use of its central London location for cultural partnerships, while facilities include an indoor swimming pool, a climbing wall, and a theatre. It remains part of the City of London Corporation.

Godolphin and Latymer School is an independent day school for girls aged 11 to 18, situated in Hammersmith, West London. Established in 1861 as a boys’ school, it was reconstituted in 1905 with support from the Latymer Foundation. The campus features Victorian architecture alongside contemporary facilities, notably the Bishop Centre for performing arts, housed in a converted church designed by William Butterfield. Students in the Sixth Form choose between A Levels and the International Baccalaureate Diploma. The school’s ethos encourages intellectual curiosity, independent thought, and a commitment to social responsibility.

Avenue Pre-Preparatory School & Nursery is an independent co-educational day school in Highgate, London, catering for children aged two to seven. Established in 1977, the school is set within a large Victorian house featuring a substantial garden for outdoor play and social development. The non-denominational ethos focuses on providing a nurturing and secure environment to support early years education. Alongside core subjects, pupils benefit from specialist instruction in music, French, and drama. The school also offers a wide range of extracurricular activities, including swimming and pottery, to encourage well-rounded personal development.

Blackheath High School GDST is an independent day school for girls aged 3 to 18, situated on the edge of the Heath in South East London. Founded in 1880 as the first purpose-built school of the Girls’ Day School Trust, it was officially opened by Princess Louise. The school operates across two sites: the Junior School in Blackheath Village and the Senior School at Vanbrugh Park. Facilities include an £18 million campus redevelopment with a state-of-the-art library, fitness suite, and an extensive sports campus at Kidbrooke Grove.

Warlingham Park School is a co-educational day school for children aged 2 to 11, situated in a rural location overlooking Chelsham Common in Surrey. Founded in 1951, the school provides a nurturing environment with a focus on small class sizes and individual development. The curriculum is designed to prepare pupils for senior school entrance exams while offering a broad range of extracurricular activities. Facilities include extensive outdoor spaces for play and learning, reflecting the school's commitment to a well-rounded education within its scenic countryside setting.

Eaton Square Prep School is a co-educational independent day school for pupils aged 2 to 11, located in Belgravia, London. Occupying three Grade II listed Georgian townhouses overlooking Eccleston Square, the school combines a traditional British ethos with a modern curriculum. Academic study is supported by specialist teaching in STEAM, music, and art, while character development is fostered through core values such as integrity and empathy. The school utilises nearby sporting facilities and private gardens, preparing pupils for transition to leading senior schools.

Hilden Oaks Preparatory School and Nursery is a co-educational independent day school in Tonbridge, Kent, catering for children aged three months to 11 years. Established in 1919, the school occupies a Victorian site on Dry Hill Park Road, including the Forster Building, which is marked by a blue plaque for author E.M. Forster. The school operates a values-based education system, prioritising small class sizes and individual attention. Pupils have access to extensive sporting facilities at the neighbouring Tonbridge School, including a swimming pool and athletics track, to complement the on-site curriculum.

Westminster Under School is an independent preparatory school for boys aged 7 to 13, established in 1943. Situated in central London at 27 Vincent Square, it overlooks the Westminster School playing fields. The school claims to focus on a liberal education, fostering a love of knowledge, inquisitiveness, and a desire to serve others. It also aims to develop compassionate and intellectually enriched pupils. The school is known for its strengths in music, sports, drama, chess, and Latin, with choristers often serving St Margaret's Church in Westminster Abbey.

Sompting Abbotts Preparatory School is a co-educational independent day school located in West Sussex, near Worthing, Steyning, and Brighton. Situated within 30 acres of parkland, including woodland, it serves pupils aged 2 to 13. Founded in 1921, the school is broadly Christian in ethos and claims to focus on an environmental commitment, encouraging pupils to 'Embrace Nature; Embrace Learning; Embrace Childhood'. The average class size is 15. The school prepares pupils for Common Entrance and scholarships to senior schools.

The King Alfred School is a co-educational independent day school in North London for pupils aged 4 to 18. Established in 1898, the school is situated on a wooded site adjacent to Hampstead Heath. It follows a progressive educational philosophy, characterised by an informal environment where students and staff are on first-name terms and there is no school uniform. The curriculum emphasises the development of the whole child through a child-centred approach, supported by facilities for outdoor learning and the creative arts. Its history is rooted in providing a non-denominational, secular education.

Pembridge Hall School is an independent preparatory day school for girls aged 4 to 11, situated in Notting Hill, London. Housed in two white Georgian buildings on Pembridge Square, the school offers a broad curriculum with a particular focus on the arts, music, and sport. Facilities include specialist art and drama studios, and pupils have access to extensive offsite sports grounds. Originally established in 1979, the school emphasises the development of well-rounded individuals and prepares pupils for entry into a variety of senior day and boarding schools.

Lyndhurst School is an independent co-educational day school for children aged 3 to 11, situated in the heart of Camberley, Surrey. Founded in 1895, the school is housed in a Victorian building with modern facilities. It provides a broad curriculum that balances academic study with music, art, and sport. The school emphasises small class sizes to support individual development. Its central location allows for easy access to local amenities while maintaining a nurturing environment for its pupils.

Wetherby Senior School is an independent day school for boys aged 11 to 18, situated in Marylebone, Central London. Established in 2015, the school operates across two sites and offers a curriculum leading to GCSE and A-Level examinations. The school provides tailored support for pupils applying to global universities, including institutions in North America and Europe. Facilities include specialist science laboratories, a drama studio, and music rooms, while sports make use of external grounds. Its ethos emphasises character development, academic curiosity, and preparation for success in an increasingly global society.

Broadhurst School is an independent co-educational nursery and pre-prep school situated in South Hampstead, London. Established in 1958 by Mary Berkery, the school is housed in a five-storey Victorian building on Greencroft Gardens. It provides early years education for children aged two to five, delivering an accelerated curriculum influenced by Montessori and Reggio Emilia philosophies. The school focuses on preparing pupils for the 4+ assessment process for entry into selective London preparatory schools. The curriculum includes daily phonics and mathematics lessons, complemented by activities such as music, drama, and French.

Chinthurst School is a co-educational independent day school for pupils aged 2 to 11, located in Tadworth, Surrey. Founded in 1908, it became a junior school for Reigate Grammar School in 2017. The school occupies a four-acre site featuring a Victorian main building and facilities including an indoor heated swimming pool, a sports hall, and playing fields. The curriculum emphasises pastoral care and wellbeing alongside academic breadth. Specialist teaching is provided in music, drama, and languages, including French and Mandarin, to support the development of well-rounded individuals.