Independent Non-Religious Schools

Feltonfleet School is a co-educational preparatory school for pupils aged 3 to 13, set within 25 acres of landscaped grounds in Cobham, Surrey. Accommodating both day and flexi-boarding, the school is centred around a handsome Grade II listed neo-Gothic mansion. Its values-driven ethos focuses on honesty, responsibility, respect, and kindness. Pupils benefit from extensive facilities, including a 400-seat performing arts centre, an indoor swimming pool, and specialist sports pitches. The curriculum follows the Pre-Senior Baccalaureate, emphasizing critical thinking and resilience to prepare children for transition to leading senior schools.

West Lodge School is a co-educational day school in Sidcup, Kent, for pupils aged 3 to 11. Founded in 1940, the school occupies a Victorian building modernised to include an all-weather sports pitch, a specialist art room, and a computer suite with 3D printers. The curriculum emphasises literacy and numeracy alongside a growth mindset philosophy. By maintaining one class per year group, the school fosters a small, family-focused environment. Pupils have access to a broad range of subjects and extracurricular activities, including music, drama, and various sporting disciplines.

Kensington Prep School GDST is an independent day school in Fulham for girls aged 4 to 11. Established in 1873 as the first school of the Girls' Day School Trust, it relocated to its current site in 1997. The school emphasises a "Growing Great Minds" ethos, prioritising curiosity, creativity, and holistic development. Notable facilities include the "Explore Floor" for immersive learning and a playground spanning over an acre with on-site netball and tennis courts. Alumnae include the suffragette Emily Wilding Davison and former US Secretary of State Madeleine Albright.

The King's School Harpenden is an independent, co-educational Christian day school for pupils aged 4 to 16. Established in 1982, the school moved in 1987 to its current location within the leafy grounds of the historic Highfield Oval. The main building is a Grade II listed structure that provides a characterful setting for its community-focused education. Guided by a distinct Christian ethos, the school emphasises character development and individualised learning through small class sizes. The curriculum combines academic study with a variety of extracurricular activities, including competitive sports, music, and the creative arts.

Queen's Gate School is an independent day school for girls aged 4 to 18, located in South Kensington, London. Occupying five Victorian terrace houses near the capital’s major museums, the school provides an urban learning environment that utilises local landmarks as an extended classroom. Founded in 1891 by Eleanor Beatrice Wyatt, the school emphasises individuality within a supportive atmosphere and is notable for its lack of a prescribed uniform. The broad academic curriculum is enhanced by the regular use of nearby facilities, including the Royal Albert Hall and Imperial College.

Greenfields School is an independent, co-educational day and boarding school situated in Forest Row, East Sussex. Established in 1981, it provides education for students aged 3 to 18, from nursery through to Sixth Form. The school claims to follow a holistic ‘Education for Life’ philosophy, utilising ‘Study Technology’ methods developed by L. Ron Hubbard to support individual learning and comprehension. Its non-denominational curriculum combines academic study with practical life skills and character development, aiming to prepare pupils for their chosen professions in a multi-cultural environment.

St Faith's Prep is a co-educational independent day school and nursery for children aged 2 to 11, located in the village of Ash, Kent. Set within five acres of grounds overlooking the countryside, the school is housed in a handsome Victorian villa. Facilities include a nature garden, a multi-purpose sports hall, and a heated saltwater swimming pool. Guided by the motto 'I Can & I Will', the school provides a broad curriculum with specialist teaching in music, art, computing, and sport. A variety of extracurricular activities, such as choirs and orchestras, are also available.

Russell House School is a co-educational preparatory day school for pupils aged 2 to 11, located in the village of Otford near Sevenoaks. Founded in 1938, the school moved to its current site in 1947 and maintains a distinct family-oriented ethos. It provides a broad education with a particular focus on preparing pupils for 11-plus transitions to grammar and independent schools. The school’s facilities include outdoor learning spaces and a dedicated music recital room. There is a strong emphasis on individual development across academics, music, and sport within a nurturing environment.

Bromley High School GDST is an independent day school for girls aged 4 to 18, situated on a 25-acre campus in Bickley, Greater London. Established in 1883 and a member of the Girls’ Day School Trust, the school moved to its current site in 1981. It holds the distinction of being the world's first all-girls All-Steinway School, housing a specialist music wing. Facilities include a 25-metre indoor swimming pool and floodlit sports pitches. The school provides a rigorous academic environment alongside a diverse range of extracurricular opportunities in music, sport, and the arts.

Putney High School GDST is an independent day school for girls aged 4 to 18, situated on a leafy campus in southwest London. Founded in 1893, the school is a prominent member of the Girls' Day School Trust and emphasises an ethos of 'modern scholarship'. The site on Putney Hill combines original Victorian architecture with contemporary sustainable developments, such as the Athena Centre for science and drama and pioneering biophilic classrooms. The school fosters intellectual curiosity and real-world agility, offering a broad curriculum and extensive extracurricular opportunities within reach of the River Thames.

Benedict House Preparatory School is a co-educational day school in Sidcup, Kent, for pupils aged two and a half to 11. Founded in 1989 and situated on a tree-lined residential road, the school is housed within several Victorian buildings and recently refurbished facilities, including a STEAM classroom and library. The school operates with an ethos of “towards the future as a family,” focusing on a nurturing environment and small class sizes. The curriculum is designed to prepare pupils for the 11+ transition, supported by specialist instruction in music, drama, and sport.

Guildhouse School is an international co-educational boarding and day school situated in London’s historic Bloomsbury. Occupying a series of late 17th-century Regency townhouses overlooking Bloomsbury Square, the school provides a focused environment for pupils aged 14 to 18. Guildhouse is distinguished by its emphasis on business and entrepreneurship, notably being the only secondary school in Europe to house a professional Bloomberg Lab. It offers A-level and University Foundation programmes designed to prepare students for entry into global higher education, with a curriculum that integrates practical business insights alongside traditional academic subjects.

Charlotte House Preparatory School is an independent day school for girls aged 3 to 11, located in a residential area of Rickmansworth, Hertfordshire. Founded in 1931 by Miss Kitching, the school was originally established as Rickmansworth PNEU and continues to follow the educational principles of Charlotte Mason. The curriculum is delivered by specialist teachers in subjects including music, science, sport, and languages from the nursery years. The school’s ethos is centred on its long-standing motto, 'I am, I can, I ought, I will', fostering confidence within a small, supportive learning environment.

Spring Grove School is a co-educational day preparatory school and nursery for pupils aged 2 to 11, situated in Wye near Ashford. Set within 14 acres of Kent countryside, the school is housed in a seventeenth-century Stuart mansion dating back to 1674, where the author Joseph Conrad once stayed. The school emphasises a "family" ethos and a broad curriculum, with a particular focus on the creative arts and outdoor education. Notable facilities include an award-winning Forest School, a covered heated swimming pool, and a dedicated music block with a recording space.

Hoe Bridge School is an independent co-educational day school for pupils aged six months to 16 years, located on the outskirts of Woking, Surrey. Set within 22 acres of grounds and woodland, the school is centred around Hoe Place, a Grade II listed seventeenth-century mansion once used as a retreat by Lady Castlemaine. The school emphasises a nurturing environment that fosters individual achievement across academics, sports, and the arts. Facilities include a state-of-the-art performing arts centre and a 500-seater theatre, supporting a broad curriculum and extensive extracurricular programme.