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Streatham & Clapham High School GDST is an independent day school for girls aged 3 to 18, situated across two sites in South London. Founded in 1887 and a member of the Girls’ Day School Trust, the school features a Prep School in a Victorian building and a Senior School bordering Tooting Common. Notable architecture includes 1930s modernist structures and a contemporary Sixth Form wing. Specialist facilities include a recital hall, art suites, and a floodlit all-weather pitch. Guided by the motto "Towards wisdom unafraid," the school balances academic breadth with a wide-ranging co-curricular programme.

Royal Grammar School Guildford is a historic independent day school for boys aged 3 to 18, situated in the heart of Guildford, Surrey. Founded in 1509 and granted a royal charter in 1552, the school is centred around its landmark Tudor building, which houses a rare sixteenth-century chained library. The ethos emphasises academic boldness and scholarship, supported by extensive modern facilities and over 70 extracurricular clubs. While the main campus is located on the High Street, the school also utilises its 20-acre Bradstone Brook site for competitive rugby and cricket.

Lochinver House School is an independent day preparatory school for pupils aged 3 to 13, situated in Potters Bar, Hertfordshire. Established in 1947 within a characterful house on the edge of North London, the school is currently transitioning to a fully co-educational model. Now part of the Haberdashers' Elstree Schools group, it emphasises a well-rounded education that balances academic rigour with personal development. The school's ethos focuses on nurturing global citizens, supported by a broad co-curricular programme and a significant, long-standing commitment to charitable work and community engagement.

Halstead St Andrew's School is a co-educational day school in Woking, Surrey, formed in 2023 by the merger of two long-established local schools. Currently educating pupils aged 2 to 13, the school is consolidating its operations onto the Church Hill House site. The ethos is defined by five core values: endeavour, positivity, creativity, respect, and kindness. Set within extensive grounds featuring playing fields and a Forest School, the school provides a broad curriculum that balances academic pursuit with a diverse co-curricular programme, aiming to foster resilience and holistic development in a nurturing environment.

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.

Burgess Hill Girls is an independent day and boarding school for girls aged 2 to 18, situated on a 14-acre campus in a conservation area of Burgess Hill, West Sussex. Founded in 1906, the school provides an all-through education including a co-educational nursery. On-site facilities include a Creative Arts Centre, a Science and Technology Hub, and an athletics track. The school’s ethos is summarised by its motto, 'I am, I can, I should, I will', which focuses on the development of individual potential. Boarding is available for students from age 11.

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.

Notting Hill and Ealing High School GDST is an independent day school for girls aged 4 to 18, situated in Ealing. Established in 1873 as a founding member of the Girls' Day School Trust, the school relocated to its current premises in 1931. The curriculum combines academic study with a strong emphasis on creativity and physical activity. Notable facilities include a 25-metre indoor swimming pool, a four-court sports hall, and a rooftop dance and fitness studio. Its ethos focuses on nurturing independent, confident individuals within a supportive and inclusive learning environment.

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.