Copthorne Prep School Competitors

At Ardingly College, we believe every child deserves an education that prepares them not only for exams, but for life. Located on a beautiful Sussex campus and within easy reach of London and Gatwick Airport, Ardingly is a leading independent co-educational boarding and day school for pupils aged 2–18. Known for its outstanding pastoral care, academic excellence and innovative approach to education, Ardingly offers senior students the opportunity to follow either the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IB) or A Levels in the Sixth Form, enabling every student to pursue the pathway best suited to their strengths and ambitions. Our distinctive World Ready approach combines academic rigour with character development, enterprise, global awareness, wellbeing and leadership. Through more than 150 co-curricular activities, extensive sporting opportunities, creative arts programmes and meaningful community engagement, students develop the skills, confidence and resilience needed to thrive in a rapidly changing world. With a commitment to ensuring every pupil is known and valued as an individual, Ardingly combines the opportunities of a larger school with the personalised support of a close-knit community. The result is an education that empowers students to discover their strengths, pursue their passions and become confident, compassionate and capable young adults.

Timeless values, shared futures. RGS Guildford is a dynamic and vibrant independent day school for boys, and from September 2027 for girls, aged 3 to 18. Since its foundation in 1509, the RGS has built a national reputation for academic excellence. We are committed to widening access to the School through our Bursary Programme so every bright promising student can take up their place, irrespective of financial circumstances.

Every child is unique, each possessing hidden talents which wait, like treasure, longing to be unearthed. At Bede's, we foster a community of discovery which encourages every individual to find and develop these passions, seek new horizons, develop lasting friendships and achieve their potential. By presenting our pupils with the prospect of innovation, exploration and experimentation, all the while championing choice at every turn, we imbue each Bedian with the confidence to say that they excel at those things which they value most. We are also, significantly, firm believers that if children are happy during their time in school then their happiness will inform their successes – so much so that every teacher and pupil at Bede’s is united by the idea that if we support one another and work hard then we can all exceed every expectation