Independent Day-Only Schools

Babington House School is an independent co-educational day school for pupils aged 3 to 18, situated in Chislehurst, Kent. Established in 1887 by Madame Rossel and named after the writer Lord Thomas Babington Macaulay, the school moved to its current site at Elmstead Grange in 1957. It combines academic rigour with a nurturing ethos underpinned by Christian values. The school is known for its small class sizes and a broad curriculum with a strong focus on the arts, music, and sport, supported by modern facilities for performing arts and extensive games areas.

London Park School (Mayfair) is a co-educational independent day school for pupils aged 11 to 16, situated in central London. Housed in a Grade I listed townhouse at 106 Piccadilly, the school overlooks Green Park and retains original 18th-century features, including ornate ceilings and a grand stone staircase. Formerly the site of the St James's and Bachelor's Clubs, the school provides an education focused on creativity and collaboration. It utilises the capital's cultural landmarks for learning, with students typically moving on to the group's dedicated sixth form in nearby Belgravia.

St Hilary's School is an independent co-educational preparatory day school and nursery in Godalming, Surrey, for children aged 2 to 11. Founded in 1927 and located on its Holloway Hill site since 1936, the school is set within grounds that feature a Victorian-era house and dedicated woodland areas. Facilities include the Hiorns Centre for drama and dance, a music wing, and an all-weather sports pitch. The curriculum incorporates outdoor learning, utilising nature trails and an open-air classroom to foster environmental awareness and exploration.

Hilden Grange is a co-educational preparatory school for pupils aged 3 to 13, situated on a 22-acre site in Tonbridge, Kent. Founded in 1929, the school is housed in buildings featuring a Victorian frontage alongside modern facilities. These include a purpose-built science and art building, an ICT suite, and a heated outdoor swimming pool. The curriculum emphasises specialist teaching from Year 3 onwards, focusing on preparing pupils for the 11-plus and Common Entrance examinations for local grammar and independent senior schools.

North Bridge House Prep is a co-educational day school for pupils aged 4 to 13, located near Regent’s Park in London. Housed in a grand former convent, the school features a striking chapel with an ornate ceiling and stained-glass windows. The curriculum emphasises specialist teaching and a 'high support, low pressure' approach, preparing pupils for transition to senior education at ages 11 and 13. Facilities include modern science laboratories and an art studio, while the school utilises the neighbouring Royal Park for sport and maintains a unique educational partnership with ZSL London Zoo.

Kerem School is an independent, non-selective primary school located in Hampstead Garden Suburb, London. Catering to boys and girls aged 3-11, it is a Modern Orthodox Jewish school, integrating traditional Torah-based Jewish values and British values into its curriculum and daily life. The school claims to focus on academic excellence and holistic child development. Its sites are described as small, friendly, and situated within the heart of the community, with the main school located within the premises of the Hampstead Garden Suburb Synagogue.

Lloyd Williamson Schools is a co-educational independent day school for pupils aged 3 to 17, situated in the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea. Established in 1999, the school provides a continuous education from nursery through to secondary level across multiple sites. It is defined by a family-oriented ethos and a personalised approach to learning, maintaining small class sizes to foster individual potential. The school prioritises a child's curiosity and resilience, notably avoiding formal entrance examinations in favour of assessing aptitude and attitude to ensure a supportive and inclusive environment.

Duke of Kent School is a co-educational independent day school for pupils aged 3 to 16, located in Ewhurst within the Surrey Hills. Established in 1976 by the Royal Air Force Benevolent Fund, the school is housed in Woolpit House, a Grade II listed building originally constructed in 1885 for Henry Doulton. Set within extensive grounds and forest land, the school provides a nurturing environment with a focus on academic development alongside music, drama, and sport. Its ethos emphasizes individual wellbeing and a growth mindset, supporting pupils through to their GCSEs.

North Bridge House Senior Canonbury is a co-educational day school for pupils aged 11 to 18, situated in the Islington area of London. The school is housed within a Grade II listed Tudor building, providing a historical setting for its senior and sixth form departments. Its curriculum balances academic study with personal growth, offering a wide range of GCSE and A-level subjects alongside various extracurricular activities. The school emphasises a supportive environment where pupils are encouraged to develop their individual talents across the arts, sciences, and humanities.

Garden House School is an independent day school for pupils aged 3 to 11, situated in Chelsea, London. Founded in 1950 by ballerina Margery de Brissac Bernard, the school occupies purpose-designed facilities within the Grade II listed Cavalry House at the Duke of York’s Headquarters. It operates a unique model where boys and girls are taught in separate classes while sharing extracurricular activities and communal spaces. The school's ethos is defined by its 'Kindness Code', and the curriculum maintains a strong tradition in the performing arts, particularly dance and music.

Brondesbury College is an independent day school for boys aged 11 to 16, situated in a Tudor-style building within the leafy area of Brondesbury Park, London. Founded in 1996 by Yusuf Islam, the college provides a curriculum that integrates the National Curriculum with Islamic faith and values. The school focuses on nurturing moral excellence, character development, and leadership skills. Its educational approach aims to prepare students for the challenges of modern life through a combination of academic rigour and spiritual guidance in a secure Islamic environment.

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.