Our Schools
Our Leading Independent Schools
We are a charitable group of leading independent schools, united by a shared educational and pastoral ethos. Being part of a larger group offers our schools greater financial stability and the ability to share expertise, ensuring we continue to build on our high standards of education.
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Grimsdell, Mill Hill Pre-Prep
- Ages 3-7
- Co-educational
- Day School
Educating boys and girls from ages 3 to 7 in North West London, with its close proximity to both to Belmont and Mill Hill School, the pupils make full use of their access to over 120 acres of Mill Hill Schools’ grounds through their Forest School Curriculum and much more.
Grimsdell is a warm and friendly school where kindness is at the heart of its ethos. With a vision to ensure that all pupils are equipped to thrive in life, now and in the future.
Awarded ‘Pre Prep School of the Year’ in 2022, Grimsdell prides itself in offering an exciting Creative Curriculum underpinned by academic rigour, high expectations and lots of Outdoor Learning for every child. Pupils benefit from small class sizes and a range of after school clubs and activities designed to develop new interests and skills. Pupils are inspired to learn whilst being encouraged to explore and enjoy their childhood.
The ties between Grimsdell and Belmont are extremely close. We ensure a smooth transition between schools and prepare the pupils so they are ready thrive in their next chapter at Belmont and beyond.
Belmont, Mill Hill Prep
- Ages 7-13
- Co-educational
- Day School
A leading co-educational prep school for pupils aged 7 to 13. Situated on 40 acres of beautiful school grounds in Mill Hill, on the edge of the North London Green Belt and just ten miles from Central London. Belmont is just a short walk from the Senior School.
Belmont is a warm and caring prep school which believes that the children’s happiness and wellbeing are integral to a fulfilling education. It’s School Values of Be Kind, Be Brave, Be You, are fully embedded into school life. With small class sizes and an extensive co-curricular programme pupils achieve high academic standards.
Belmontians find their own path to success and happiness and are thoroughly prepared, intellectually and socially, ready to thrive in the next stage of their education at Mill Hill and beyond.
Mill Hill School
- Ages 13-18
- Co-educational
- Day and Boarding School (part, weekly and full)
With its aims of instilling values and inspiring minds, Mill Hill School educates boys and girls aged 13 to 18 and offers day places alongside weekly and full boarding. Founded in 1807, Mill Hill is the oldest and largest school in our group, and one of the UK’s leading HMC schools.
Seeking to equip pupils for both present and future life, the school provides a stimulating academic environment and offers numerous activities outside the classroom to encourage learning and personal growth. Committed to the development of every pupil, the school believes that its friendly and supportive community plays a vital role in fostering this growth.
Situated in Mill Hill and set in 70 acres of beautiful grounds, just 10 miles from Central London with easy access to underground and main line stations. The grounds provide a spacious setting for the academic buildings, boarding houses and extensive sports facilities.
1729 Maths School
- Specialist maths secondary school
- Ages 11-18
- Co-educational
- Day and boarding School
- Located at Belmont and Mill Hill School
1729 Maths School was initiated and is funded externally, and is based in north London, located within the stunning Belmont and Mill Hill campus. Launching in September 2026, 1729 Maths School is for boys and girls aged 11-18 and will offer day and boarding places. It will offer an outstanding and rigorous maths-based education to pupils irrespective of family income, complemented by a broad curriculum and an extensive extra-curricular offering.
Mill Hill International
- Ages 13-18
- Co-educational
- Boarding (part, weekly and full) and Day School
Offering a broad range of academic programmes for Boarding and Day pupils aged between 13 and 18, lasting from one term to five years. Benefiting from its own bespoke part of the campus but with access to over 120 acres of Mill Hill Schools’ beautiful grounds, just 10 miles from Central London.
The small class sizes allow individual attention from dedicated and specialist teachers. Boarding pupils of both Mill Hill International and Mill Hill School live together in one of four boarding houses and enjoy further integration through their activities excursions, sports teams, drama and music productions.
In addition, Mill Hill Short Courses run during Spring and Summer holidays and are on offer to international pupils aged 12 to 17 who wish to improve their English and sample British education.
Mill Hill International School Thailand
- Ages 3-7 (expanding to 3-18 by 2029)
- Co-educational
- Day School
Our first school outside the UK will open in September 2025. In partnership with Ornsirin, a leading property developer, this exciting collaboration will establish an English international school in the picturesque and historic city of Chiang Mai, Thailand.
Combining the globally respected UK curriculum with innovative teaching, a unique character-building approach, experience British-qualified staff and state of the art facilities, the school aims to nurture academic excellence and personal growth.
Abbot's Hill
- Ages 3 – 16
- Co-ed Nursery - Year 6, Girls School Year 7-11
- Day School
Abbot's Hill School is a leading independent day school, offering a comprehensive and enriching educational experience from Nursery through to Year 11. The School is co-educational from Nursery to Year 6, before settling into an all-girls setting for Years 7-11. Nestled in 76 acres of stunning Hertfordshire countryside, the school provides a beautiful and tranquil setting that inspires learning and personal growth. With a proud history dating back over a century, Abbot's Hill combines traditional values with a forward-thinking approach to education, ensuring that every pupil is empowered to reach their full potential.
The school's ethos is centred on fostering confidence, creativity, and a love of learning. Abbot's Hill is committed to nurturing well-rounded individuals who are not only academically accomplished but also socially aware, emotionally resilient, and equipped with the skills needed for the future. The curriculum is broad and balanced, enriched by a wide range of co-curricular activities, from the arts and sports to leadership and community service, ensuring that every student has the opportunity to explore her passions and develop her talents.
Our dedicated team of educators is passionate about creating a positive and stimulating environment where every girl feels valued and encouraged to achieve her best.
Cobham Hall
- Ages 11-19
- Co-educational
- Boarding (flexi, weekly and full) and Day School
A day and boarding school for girls and boys aged 11-19. Offering a range of flexi-boarding options as well as day, full and weekly boarding, providing flexibility for family life and drawing students from across the UK and around the world. Housed in a beautiful 16th century manor house in 150 acres of historic grounds near Rochester, Kent, the School enjoys exceptional transport links and is less than 17 minutes from London by train.
Committed to providing all students with the academic knowledge to flourish, and to inspire each student to have the courage to challenge themselves and find their own path in life. Happy young people learn, and student wellbeing is at the heart of everything, ensuring the core values of Trust, Respect, Honesty, Kindness and Tolerance infuse every aspect of the educational experience.
The diverse and tolerant environment ensures students feel safe to question the world around them, to develop their curiosity and creativity, and to discover there is more in them than they know.
Bligh House, Cobham Hall
- Dedicated SEND Provision
- Ages 11-16
- Co-educational
- Day Places and Residential
Bligh House, a pioneering new Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) centre set within the beautiful grounds of Cobham Hall School site in Kent. Bligh House, developed in partnership with Chiltern Way Academy Trust (CWAT), offers world-class education and support for pupils with autism.
Keble Prep
- Ages 3-13
- Co-educational
- Day School
A vibrant, forward-thinking co-educational school in North London for pupils aged 3 to 13. Keblians are respectful, responsible, hard-working, fun-loving and well-rounded individuals, who thrive in a school which inspires and supports them to discover their strengths, take risks in their learning and challenge themselves.
The purpose and school values; “Puritas, Veritas, Probitas” “being pure of heart, honest hard work and true to oneself”.
Pupils are encouraged to think independently, to be continuously inquisitive and reflective. By valuing each individual pupil, helping them to uncover and nurture their talents, whilst celebrating their achievements, pupils move on to the best independent senior schools in London and Hertfordshire with the confidence and self-belief to build upon their own strengths and continue to enjoy success both academically and in other pursuits.
Kingshott
- Ages 3-16
- Co-educational
- Day School
Kingshott is a caring and ambitious school where all children from age 3 up to 16 are given the confidence to achieve their potential. Set on the outskirts of Hitchin, in a beautiful 23-acre site with exceptional state-of-the-art facilities, Kingshott provides an outstanding learning experience. Rated as 'Excellent' in both categories of its last ISI inspection, Kingshott supports and stretches each pupil to achieve their full potential at every stage of their educational journey.
The school welcomes every child’s unique character and approach to learning. There is no ‘one size fits all’ education, and at the core of every decision made lies pupil development and happiness.
Kingshott is committed to offering a truly rounded education, and is renowned for the exceptional quality and breadth of its creative arts, as well as its extensive sporting facilities and opportunities. The School is delighted to be further developing its facilities and curriculum following its announcement to offer GCSES, adding Years 9, 10 and 11 in the coming years, which was actively encouraged by parental demand.
Lyonsdown School
- Ages 3-11
- Girls School
- Day School
An independent girls’ prep school for ages 3 to 11, in New Barnet, North London, where every girl is truly able to thrive.
A non-selective school, Lyonsdown prides itself on preparing pupils for senior school entry to some of London’s top independent and maintained schools. Offering a first-class education for all abilities, supporting and challenging each girl to become the best they can be.
The happiness and wellbeing of all the girls underpins everything. Lyonsdown believes that the journey is unique for every child. It values each girls’ individuality and encourages them to develop lifelong passions and interests by offering a broad and balanced curriculum with a wide variety of opportunities beyond the classroom. Their time at Lyonsdown ensures they are thoroughly prepared for life, at their next school and beyond.
St Joseph's In The Park
- Ages 3-11
- Co-educational
- Day School
A leading independent prep school and nursery, providing a nurturing and stimulating environment for girls and boys aged 3 to 11 years. Founded in 1898 and located on the edge of Hertford. The school sits within the beautiful grounds of Hertingfordbury Park, surrounded by fields and woodlands.
Utilising the school site for Forest School and Outdoor Learning, pupils benefit from this unique learning environment surrounded by nature, allowing teachers to bring learning to life through the adventure of education.
With a strong emphasis on academic excellence, the school also places great importance on the development of each child’s social, emotional and physical wellbeing. Happy children discover a love of independent learning, grow in confidence and are well prepared for secondary education.
The school has great success in gaining places for Year 6 pupils at their secondary school of choice with an excellent scholarship track record at prestigious independent secondary schools.
Heathfield School
- Ages 11-18
- Girls School
- Day and Boarding School (part-time, weekly and full)
Heathfield School, in Ascot, Berkshire – rated ‘Excellent in All Areas’ by the Independent Schools Inspectorate (ISI) – is an independent secondary boarding and day school for girls aged 11 to 18. In its latest inspection the ISI found that: ‘the overall achievement of the pupils is excellent and represents the successful fulfilment of the School’s ambitious aims’. They also stated that ‘pupils are happy, articulate and confident’ and that ‘pupils grow into young people who make a difference to the world and live their lives boldly’.
A ‘small school, offering big opportunities’, Heathfield prides itself on giving every girl the chance to discover her unique passions and talents, and accordingly, to develop the self-belief and confidence to succeed, and ‘make her mark’. The school’s deliberately small class sizes and 4:1 student/teacher ratio, ensures that each student receives the best possible attention – academic and co-curricular activities and pastoral care/support.
Heathfield is set in a stunning Italianate mansion surrounded by 36 acre grounds formerly owned by the Paravicini family – relatives of Queen Camilla.
Westbrook Hay
- Ages 3-16
- Co-educational
- Day School
An outstanding school for boys and girls aged 3-16, set within 26 acres of beautiful school grounds near Hemel Hempstead, overlooking the Bourne Valley in Hertfordshire. Our unique setting offers a secure environment within which children explore and enjoy all that childhood has to offer. Through visionary teaching in small classes and with a wonderful mixture of purpose built facilities and historic surroundings, our children enjoy a broad curriculum, achieve excellent results and have the all-important confidence to succeed.
