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Rossall School welcomes boys and girls as day pupils from birth to 18 years and boarders from 7 to 18, with applications welcomed from both UK and international families. Set within a stunning 160-acre coastal campus in Fleetwood, Lancashire, Rossall combines academic excellence, outstanding pastoral care and exceptional co-curricular opportunities. With pupils from more than 70 countries, the school offers a diverse, globally minded community where every child is encouraged to thrive. Specialist programmes include the exclusive Tommy Fleetwood Academy Golf Programme, the Manchester City Football School programme, a thriving Dance Academy and the prestigious Steinway Piano Academy, providing outstanding pathways for talented young people. Rossall’s mission is to inspire a lifelong love of learning within a nurturing, and intellectually creative environment, developing confident, compassionate and ambitious pupils who are prepared to succeed in an ever-changing world.

School strengths

• Dance
• Football
• Music
• Golf

Felsted offers boys and girls aged three to eighteen a first‑class, all‑round education on a beautiful 90‑acre countryside campus in North Essex, just an hour from London and Cambridge. It’s a safe, spacious village environment where pupils have room to grow, explore and thrive. We’re proud to welcome families from across the globe to experience an award‑winning British boarding education, while also offering flexible day and contemporary boarding options for those living closer to home.

School strengths

• Global
• Location
• Award Winning
• Music
• Leadership
• Rugby

Aldenham School blends traditional values with modern ambition, offering a broad curriculum alongside extensive opportunities in sport, music, drama and leadership. Known for its supportive house system and close-knit community, Aldenham places clear emphasis on pastoral care and character formation, preparing pupils not only for competitive university destinations but also for confident, purposeful adult life beyond school.

School strengths

• Dance
• Flexi-Boarding
• Football
• Drama
• Music
• Digital Learning

NatMatSci is an elite STEM Sixth Form College for students with exceptional potential in maths and science. The college fosters an environment where students pursue specialised interests and regularly achieve success in national and international competitions. The award-winning STEM Communication Programme helps students become accomplished scientists and mathematicians who can communicate their knowledge effectively. The curriculum includes extensive lab time and research opportunities, allowing students to develop critical thinking, analytical skills, and confidence in presenting ideas. The college community is united by a shared passion for science and maths, with like-minded individuals challenging each other to excel. For students aspiring to careers in STEM, NatMatSci provides a specialised education designed to help them reach their full potential. With top-three UK A-level results, state-of-the-art boarding, and an outstanding Oxbridge record of around one in five students, the college enables students to pursue their ambitions and thrive.

School strengths

• Community
• STEM
• High Achieving Academics

Embrace the transformative power of education guided by our Quaker values. At Ackworth School, our purpose is to provide an exceptional, holistic and inclusive Quaker education, nurturing young people to flourish and therefore play their part in creating a better world.

School strengths

• Football
• SEND
• Faith
• Performing Arts
• Hockey

Embrace the transformative power of education guided by our Quaker values. At Coram House (Ackworth School's Junior section), our purpose is to provide an exceptional, holistic and inclusive Quaker education, nurturing young people to flourish and therefore play their part in creating a better world.

School strengths

• Forest School
• Specialist Facilities
• Swimming
• Wrap-Around Care
• All-Through School
• Values Based Education

Education without Interruption Aldenham Prep School provides an exceptional day education for girls and boys aged 3 to 11, nurturing each child within a warm, inclusive, and supportive environment. Small class sizes and a caring ethos allow pupils to flourish both academically and personally, setting strong foundations for lifelong learning. Aldenham Prep is part of the Aldenham Foundation and children who attend are able to transition seamlessly into Aldenham School without additional assessment, providing security of outstanding education from age 3-18.

School strengths

• Forest School
• Music

Arden House is a deliberately different independent senior school in the heart of West London, where academic ambition, social character and individual growth are given equal importance. We believe young people flourish when they are known as individuals, challenged to think independently and inspired to become the very best version of themselves. With small classes of 15 students, every child is known, heard and supported through exceptional teaching and genuinely personalised learning. Beyond the classroom, our unique approach sees students regularly engaging with the rich cultural, creative and professional opportunities of West London, developing confidence, curiosity and a deeper understanding of the world around them. At Arden House, we nurture confident, articulate and compassionate young people who are equipped not only with excellent academic foundations, but also with the resilience, empathy and independence to thrive in the next stage of their education and make a positive contribution to society.

School strengths

• Community
• Partnerships
• Values Based Education
• Bespoke Education

Welcome to Barnardiston Hall, where family values, exceptional pastoral care and a commitment to every child’s individual potential shape everything we do. Set within 36 acres of beautiful Suffolk countryside, we offer an inspiring environment where children are encouraged to learn, explore and grow. Education here extends beyond the classroom, combining academic excellence with outstanding opportunities in sport, music and drama. Our Forest School nurtures curiosity, confidence and a love of discovery, helping pupils develop resilience, independence and a lifelong enthusiasm for learning. At Barnardiston, every child is known, valued and supported. Our staff create a warm, nurturing atmosphere where pupils thrive academically, socially and emotionally. Working closely with parents, we provide a personalised educational journey that enables each child to flourish. With daily transport from Cambridge, Newmarket, Bury St Edmunds, Sudbury and surrounding areas, we warmly invite you to visit and discover why so many families choose Barnardiston Hall.

School strengths

• Equestrian
• Forest School
• Drama
• Music
• Nursery
• Hockey

Founded in 1923, Belhaven Hill is one of Scotland's leading independent prep schools, offering an exceptional co-educational boarding and day education for children aged 4–13. Set in a spectacular location on the East Lothian coastline overlooking Belhaven Bay and the iconic Bass Rock, the school provides an inspiring environment in which children thrive. Guided by its core values of Courage, Creativity and Courtesy, Belhaven nurtures confident, curious and compassionate young people. Its distinctive fortnightly boarding model provides structured boarding with regular exeat weekends, ensuring full immersion in school life alongside frequent time at home with family. This creates a strong sense of community and belonging. Combining over a century of educational excellence with a forward-thinking approach, Belhaven equips pupils with the mindset and skills to embrace the opportunities and challenges of the modern world, preparing them for the UK's leading senior schools and lives of purpose, confidence and kindness.

School strengths

• Outdoor
• Location
• Award Winning
• Fornightly Boarding
• Digital Learning
• Value Added

Cottesmore is an award-winning academic country boarding prep school for girls and boys, on the border of Surrey and Sussex. We are one of the strongest remaining boarding prep schools in the UK, due to our commitment to the family ethos and values. Academic results at Cottesmore are stellar - a quarter of the Common Entrance taking boys went to Eton last year and the most popular girls school destination is Marlborough. There were also a record number of scholarships achieved. Cottesmore is also very keen on sport and the creative arts. The beautiful countryside setting lends itself to an exciting outdoor programme; the paddle-boarding lake where we also fish, the golf course and countless sports pitches mean that we are able to espouse a seamlessly strategy of healthy body, healthy mind and outdoor life. The creative arts are also an exciting part of daily life at Cottesmore.

Felsted offers boys and girls aged three to eighteen a first‑class, all‑round education on a beautiful 90‑acre countryside campus in North Essex, just an hour from London and Cambridge. It’s a safe, spacious village environment where pupils have room to grow, explore and thrive. As our youngest Felstedians begin their school journey, our team of talented and highly trained teaching staff will support every child to grow and thrive in a safe and creative environment with small class sizes, where learning is fun and nurture is guaranteed.

School strengths

• Location
• Drama
• Music
• Netball