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Founded in 1862 Clifton College is a co-educational boarding and day school set in 20 acres of grounds near the centre of the vibrant city of Bristol, itself surrounded by beautiful countryside. Whilst housed in some grand buildings the facilities are all modern, and the fine all-round education on offer is of the highest academic standard. The College aims to develop intellectually agile, socially confident, decent and forward-thinking individuals, the best possible version of themselves.

Founded in 1541 by none other than King Henry VIII on the site of a Dominican Priory, Christ College Brecon certainly had an illustrious beginning. The College aims to provide the facilities, opportunities and experiences that will enable pupils to develop high standards in all personal qualities, not just academically. It also has a spectacular location in Brecon, a market town and gateway to the Brecon Beacons National Park just an hour from the Welsh capital and transport hub of Cardiff.

Founded in 1841, Cheltenham College is a leading English independent co-educational boarding school with an enviable reputation for academic achievement and the breadth of its extra-curricular opportunities. Situated in a stunning 72-acre campus in the middle of a thriving town on the edge of the Cotswolds, the College aims to provide a first class all-round education, and the internationally renowned Cheltenham Literature, Science, Music and Jazz Festivals are all on the doorstep.

Founded in 1611, Charterhouse has over 4 centuries of history behind it and is committed to being at the forefront of educational progress well into the 21st Century. The School moved to its present magnificent 250 acre site near Godalming, under an hour from London by train, in 1872. This academically focussed, all-round school has around 800 pupils, nearly all of whom are boarders. Charterhouse accepts boys at 13+ and 16+, and has also welcomed girls at 16+ for over 40 years.

Located in Bloomsbury Square only a few minutes walk from the British Museum, Covent Garden, University College and the LSE, The Guildhouse School is at the cultural and academic heart of one of the world’s most vibrant and accessible cities. As a non-selective school it offers unique learning paths tailored to each student’s needs. With students from over 80 countries the school is truly international and English language lessons are included in the fees for all students.

Established 60 years ago, The Worthgate School occupies a modern campus with excellent facilities only 15 minutes walk from the historic heart of Canterbury, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, just 25km from the Eurostar terminal at Ashford and 50 minutes from London by train. A non-selective school, it offers unique learning paths tailored to each student’s needs and, being truly international with students from 80+ countries, English language lessons are included in the fees for all students.

A brand new purpose-built 2.5 acre campus just a 15 minute walk from the historic heart of Cambridge is home to CATS College. The boarding facilities are excellent and the College is truly international with over 80 nationalities represented. Being a non-selective school means being committed to helping everyone achieve their personal best by offering unique learning paths tailored to each student’s needs, whilst English language lessons are included in the fees for all students.

Founded in 1923 Canford is a traditional co-educational British boarding school with a mix of listed buildings and modern facilities set in 250 acres in Dorset, near to the New Forest National Park and Poole Harbour. It offers a safe and caring environment, a culture that encourages participation and hard work, high academic standards and co-curricular activities that complement classroom study. These factors combine to enable pupils to flourish and develop to the very best of their abilities.

Set in 400 acres of beautiful Dorset countryside, Bryanston is just a stone’s throw from the unspoilt Isle of Purbeck with its Jurassic Coast and the New Forest National Park. Only around 2 hours from London, Bryanston’s facilities include purpose-built centres for Science and Maths, Art, Drama, Music and Sport. The School has been fully co-educational since 1975 and aims to develop well-balanced young adults, ready to go out into the wider world to lead happy and fulfilling lives.

Founded in 1557, Brentwood School is a leading independent school for boys and girls, where students are happy individuals who thrive on the high standards expected of them. They benefit from state-of-the-art facilities set in the heart of Brentwood, Essex, and surrounded by 75 acres of green playing fields and gardens. The School’s close proximity to London is especially helpful for international families looking to place their children in a safe UK location within easy reach of London.