Wellesley Prep Competitors

Brighton College is one of the country’s leading independent schools for girls and boys aged 3-18. The College regularly achieves the best A-level and GCSE results of any co-educational school in the UK, whilst ensuring children enjoy a wealth of extracurricular opportunities. Renowned for its focus on kindness, the College also excels in art, music, dance, drama and sporting achievements. Named 'Independent Secondary School of the Decade' by The Sunday Times in November 2020, the College was previously named 'England's Independent School of the Year' in 2018-19 and 2011-12 by the publication. Brighton College has also recently been called ‘Britain's most forward-thinking school' two years running by The Week.

One of the oldest girls’ schools in the UK, Woldingham provides an outstanding education for boarding and day students aged 11-18. Set in a beautiful 600 acre site. Our empowered learning approach and values-led ethos develops courageous, confident and compassionate young women. A vibrant new Sixth Form Centre and Library opened in autumn 2024 and our dedicated well-being centre, The Hub opened in September 2025. In a safe and peaceful rural location, Woldingham has excellent transport links from Surrey, Kent, Sussex and London as well as from overseas. A short drive from both Gatwick and Heathrow airports, the school is only 25 minutes from London’s Clapham Junction with an exit from Woldingham station into the school grounds. Founded in 1842, Woldingham is a Catholic school and part of the global Sacred Heart network, welcoming girls of all faiths and none. The school's ethos is encapsulated in the five Sacred Heart goals; faith, intellect, personal growth, social awareness and community. The school celebrates its 185th anniversary in 2027. Woldingham is a member of the Sacred Heart network of 153 schools in 41 countries. In 2022 Woldingham won an Independent School of the Year Award.

The Cavendish School is a kaleidoscopic community, full of fun and laughter. We build the confidence to take risks, explore interests and engage with the world and each other. Exceptional pastoral care, dedicated and talented staff teaching small classes, and modern facilities in spacious, purpose-built premises in Camden Town combine to ensure we know our girls and maximise their achievements and happiness. Parents choose us because they know their daughters will achieve an excellent all-round education including a vast array of extracurricular activities in sport and in the arts, will be happy and secure, and will go – with confidence and without stress – to the most sought-after senior schools (private or state) in London. Please contact us to arrange to see the school for yourself. Or read on for more information about the school and how to apply for a place for your daughter. We look forward to hearing from you.