Round Square is an international network of schools in 50 countries that share a commitment to character education and experiential learning. Founded on the educational theories of philosopher Kurt Hahn, member schools adhere to the 'IDEALS' pillars: Internationalism, Democracy, Environment, Adventure, Leadership, and Service. The organisation acts as a registered charity, facilitating student exchanges, global conferences, and collaborative service projects. Its primary aim is to develop global competence and character, ensuring member schools integrate holistic personal development alongside academic rigour.
Round Square Member Schools (14)
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.
Caterham Prep is a co-educational day school for pupils aged 3 to 11, located in the Harestone Valley, Surrey. Sharing a 200-acre site with the senior school, it provides access to extensive woodland for outdoor learning. The curriculum balances academic study with digital innovation and wellbeing. Facilities include an indoor swimming pool and dedicated performing arts spaces. The school is part of an institution founded in 1811, which was originally established for the sons of Congregational ministers before moving to its current location in 1884.
Charterhouse is a co-educational independent boarding and day school for pupils aged 13 to 18, situated on a 250-acre campus in Godalming, Surrey. Founded in London in 1611 by Thomas Sutton, the school relocated to its present site in 1872, where it is housed in distinctive Gothic Revival buildings. The curriculum balances academic rigour with music, the arts, and sport. Notable facilities include the Queen’s Sports Centre and an art studio. Historically, Charterhouse is recognised for its significant role in the early development and codification of association football rules.
Cobham Hall is a co-educational independent day and boarding school for pupils aged 11 to 18, set within 150 acres of historic parkland in Kent. Housed in a Grade I listed Tudor mansion, formerly home to the Earls of Darnley, the school features grounds designed by the landscape architect Humphry Repton. As a member of the Round Square network, Cobham Hall emphasises a holistic education focused on character and global citizenship. Part of the Mill Hill Education Group, the school provides diverse facilities, including the ornate Gilt Hall and modern creative arts and sporting centres.
Cranleigh Preparatory School is a co-educational day and boarding school for pupils aged 3 to 13, situated on a 280-acre rural campus in the Surrey Hills. Founded in 1913, the school maintains close links with the neighbouring Cranleigh School, sharing facilities such as an indoor sports centre, swimming pool, and golf course. The curriculum balances academic rigour with an emphasis on the performing arts, music, and outdoor learning. Guided by the motto "Ex Cultu Robur", the school focuses on fostering well-rounded individuals within a supportive community and extensive co-curricular programme.
Dover College is a co-educational day and boarding school for pupils aged 3 to 18, located in Dover, Kent. Founded in 1871, the school occupies the historic site of the 12th-century Benedictine Priory of St Martin. Its campus features remarkable medieval architecture, including a Grade II* listed refectory and a chapel converted from the former priory guest house. The college follows a "Thinking School" approach, encouraging independent enquiry and creative problem-solving. Facilities include an AstroTurf pitch, a fitness suite, and a dedicated music room housed within the original priory gatehouse.
Frensham Heights is a co-educational day and boarding school for pupils aged 3 to 18, situated on a 120-acre estate near Farnham, Surrey. Founded in 1925, the school maintains a progressive ethos where students do not wear a uniform and staff are addressed by their first names. The campus is centred around a Grade II listed Edwardian mansion and features a dedicated performing arts centre. The school emphasises individual development and creative expression, offering a broad curriculum that includes a strong focus on outdoor education and the arts.
Latymer Upper School is a co-educational independent day school for pupils aged 11 to 18, situated in Hammersmith on the banks of the River Thames. Founded in 1624 by Edward Latymer, the school features a mix of Victorian heritage buildings and modern facilities, including a performing arts centre and a riverside boathouse. The school is noted for its commitment to social diversity through a significant bursary programme. The curriculum emphasises academic breadth alongside a broad extracurricular offering, while its location supports a long-standing rowing tradition and access to London’s wide-ranging cultural resources.
Radnor House Sevenoaks is a co-educational independent day school for pupils aged 2 to 18, situated on the historic Combe Bank estate in Kent. Housed in a Grade I listed Palladian mansion set within 27 acres of parkland, the school provides a continuous education from nursery to sixth form. Facilities include a 25-metre indoor swimming pool, a STEM centre, and a performing arts theatre. Formerly known as Combe Bank School, the institution emphasises a core ethos of excellence, respect, courage, and perseverance across its academic and extracurricular programmes.
RGS Surrey Hills is a co-educational day and boarding school for pupils aged 11 to 18, situated in Mickleham, near Dorking. Set within 40 acres of countryside, the school's centrepiece is Dalewood House, a Victorian Gothic revival mansion. Founded in 1959, it is a founding member of the Round Square movement, following the holistic educational philosophy of Kurt Hahn. The school offers a choice between A-Levels and the International Baccalaureate Diploma. Facilities include a modern sports hall and grounds that support a range of activities, including outdoor education and traditional team sports.
Royal Russell School is a co-educational day and boarding school for pupils aged 3 to 18, situated on a 110-acre parkland estate in Croydon. Founded in 1853, the school maintains a long-standing royal patronage. The campus features notable architecture, including a chapel and Great Hall designed by Sir Aston Webb. The school provides a broad curriculum with a focus on developing well-rounded individuals through extensive extracurricular programmes in sport, music, and drama. Facilities include a performing arts centre, modern science laboratories, and comprehensive sports pitches.
Somerhill is an independent preparatory school for pupils aged 2 to 13, located near Tonbridge, Kent. Set within 150 acres of parkland, the school is housed in a Grade I listed Jacobean mansion. Its unique structure combines co-educational early years with single-sex classroom teaching from age seven, while maintaining mixed social and extracurricular activities. Facilities include an indoor swimming pool, a purpose-built music centre, and the historic Woodgate Library. Somerhill emphasises a well-rounded education, fostering independent thinkers through a broad curriculum and extensive sporting and creative opportunities.