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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.

Cumnor House School for Girls is an independent day school for pupils aged 2 to 11, located in Purley, Surrey. The school occupies a site on Woodcote Lane and offers a curriculum that integrates academic study with music, sport, and drama. Facilities include a purpose-built science laboratory, an art and design studio, and various outdoor play and learning spaces. Part of a wider group of schools, it emphasises the development of individual character and social skills to prepare girls for entry into a variety of senior schools.

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.

St Paul's Girls' School is an independent day school for girls aged 11 to 18, located in Brook Green, Hammersmith. Founded in 1904 by the Worshipful Company of Mercers, the school is primarily housed in a Grade II listed Arts and Crafts building designed by Gerald Horsley. Its ethos combines academic tradition with a progressive focus on innovation and the arts. Facilities include the Rosalind Franklin Wing, a centre for design and technology. The school maintains a distinguished musical heritage, notably through its association with composer Gustav Holst, a former Director of Music.

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.

St James Preparatory School is a co-educational day school and nursery for pupils aged 2 to 11, situated in West Kensington. Established in 1975, the school is located within modern, courtyard-centred grounds near Kensington Olympia. It is defined by a unique philosophical ethos that integrates regular "Pauses" for mindfulness and reflection into the school day. The broad curriculum includes the study of Sanskrit and philosophy from an early age. Facilities include a state-of-the-art gym and a dedicated art room, while the school maintains a distinctive whole-school vegetarian diet.

Al-Sadiq School is an independent Shia Islamic day school located in Queen’s Park, London. Established in 1991 by the Al-Khoei Foundation, the school provides a co-educational setting for pupils aged three to seven, before transitioning to single-sex education for boys up to age 16. Named after Imam Ja’far Al-Sadiq, the school integrates the National Curriculum with Islamic studies, Arabic and Qur'anic tuition. Its ethos is built upon the pillars of knowledge, faith and action, aiming to foster moral character and spiritual development. Facilities include specialist science and ICT laboratories.

Dunottar School is a co-educational day school for pupils aged 11 to 18, situated in 15 acres of parkland in Reigate, Surrey. The school is housed in High Trees, a Grade II listed building originally constructed in the 19th century. Founded in 1926, Dunottar transitioned from a girls' school to a co-educational establishment in 2014. The curriculum balances academic rigour with a strong emphasis on pastoral care and extracurricular involvement. Facilities include a modern Sixth Form centre and a purpose-built performing arts hall, supporting a broad range of creative and sporting activities.

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.