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United Learning is one of the largest and most significant educational charities in the United Kingdom, uniquely operating across both the independent and state-funded sectors. Founded originally in 1883 as the Church Schools Company, the group today manages a diverse portfolio of over 90 schools, including historic boarding schools, high-performing urban day schools, and a vast network of academies. The organisation is governed by a single Group Board, aiming to share educational best practices and resources between its fee-paying and state-funded institutions to "bring out the best in everyone."
Associated Schools(9)
Ashford School is a co-educational independent day and boarding school in Kent for pupils aged three months to 18 years. Founded in 1898, the school operates across two campuses: the Senior School at East Hill and the Prep School in the village of Great Chart. Facilities include an All-Steinway music school, indoor swimming pools, and a modern sports centre. Part of the United Learning group, the school occupies a 25-acre main site and incorporates a Grade II listed building. The curriculum is designed to foster individual character and adventurous learning.
Banstead Preparatory School is a co-educational day school in Surrey for children aged 2 to 11. Established in 2017 following the merger of three local schools, it occupies a spacious site with extensive facilities including an indoor swimming pool, sports hall, and specialist science laboratories. The school provides a broad curriculum designed to prepare pupils for transition to a variety of senior schools. Set within several acres of grounds, the school offers a wide range of extracurricular opportunities in sport, music, and the arts to support the development of well-rounded individuals.
Caterham School is a co-educational day and boarding school for pupils aged 3 to 18, situated in the Harestone Valley in Surrey. Set within a 200-acre campus, the school was founded in 1811 and moved to its current location in 1884. It provides a broad curriculum with a strong emphasis on digital innovation, being recognised as an Apple Distinguished School. Facilities include a performing arts centre, a large sports complex, and extensive woodland used for outdoor education. The school fosters an environment focused on both academic achievement and personal development.
Coworth Flexlands School is a co-educational independent day preparatory school and nursery for pupils aged two and a half to 11, situated on a 13-acre site in Chobham, Surrey. Formed by the merger of Coworth Park and Flexlands School, the institution emphasises outdoor learning through its on-site Forest School and outdoor classrooms. The curriculum balances academic study with STEM subjects, music, and drama, while the grounds provide facilities for sports such as football and tennis. Since 2023, the school has transitioned to a fully co-educational model for all year groups.
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.
Guildford High School is an independent day school for girls aged 4 to 18, situated on London Road in the heart of Guildford. Founded in 1887 by the Church Schools Company, the school provides a progressive and nurturing environment based on its "GHS 8" principles of kindness and resilience. The campus combines historic architecture with modern facilities, including a dedicated Sixth Form centre in Morton House and a state-of-the-art sports centre featuring a 25-metre swimming pool. Pupils enjoy extensive extracurricular opportunities, with a particular focus on lacrosse and swimming, alongside direct access to the playing fields of Stoke Park.
Rowan Preparatory School is an independent day school for girls aged 2 to 11, situated in Claygate near Esher, Surrey. Founded in 1936, the school is split across two sites: Rowan Brae for early years and Rowan Hill for older pupils. Guided by the motto "Hic Feliciter Laboramus" (Here We Work Happily), the school balances academic focus with holistic development. Facilities include specialist STEM labs, music and art studios, and dedicated outdoor areas such as "the Spinney" woodland, supporting a broad curriculum that encourages curiosity and a "Sport for All" approach.
St Ives School is a co-educational independent prep school and nursery located in Haslemere, Surrey, for children aged 2 to 11. Founded in 1911, the school is set within eight acres of parkland and gardens. It provides a broad curriculum designed to prepare pupils for a range of senior schools. Facilities include a dedicated forest school, music rooms, and extensive outdoor space for sport and play. The school maintains small class sizes to support individual development across academic, creative, and sporting disciplines.
Surbiton High School is an independent day school located in Kingston upon Thames, catering for girls aged 4 to 18 and boys aged 4 to 11. Founded in 1884 by the Church Schools Company, the school is now part of the United Learning group. It operates across several sites in the town centre, including a dedicated Sixth Form Centre and separate preparatory schools for boys and girls. The school emphasises a broad curriculum alongside extensive extracurricular opportunities, utilising its off-site sports ground at Hinchley Wood for various outdoor activities.