Independent School News

More House School (Frensham, Surrey) is celebrating a major achievement following the publication of its February 2026 Ofsted inspection report, which recognises the school with FOUR ‘Exceptional’ judgements and rates all remaining areas as ‘Strong standard’. Under Ofsted’s rigorous new framework...

This feat has been in the works for multiple months and was accomplished over this past half term.  My fellow cadets and I travelled to Netheravon Airfield, home of the Army Parachute Association, in March to take part in our...

More House School (Frensham) is proud to share that they have been awarded the ‘Boarding Innovation Award’ at the Boarding Schools’ Association (BSA) Supporting Excellence Awards 2026.   This recognition highlights the school’s 'Boarding Beyond the Label' training programme that...

Haberdashers’ Adams CCF (Army Section) wins Military Skills Competition of HQ Centre (West) Brigade area for the third consecutive year, a feat never achieved by any CCF or ACF team. The victory was secured by a commanding margin of 11...

Gordonstoun’s Pipe Band today welcomed His Royal Highness The Duke of Edinburgh to the school to formally unveil a new Pipe Banner emblazoned with The Duke of Edinburgh’s badge. A former pupil of the Moray school, The Duke of Edinburgh’s...

Leweston Chedington Riding Academy has achieved British Horse Society Centre Approval, recognising excellence in welfare, safety and education. It highlights professional facilities, expert coaching and clear progression routes for pupils. Leweston Chedington Riding Academy (LCRA) is proud to announce that...

Leweston Chedington Riding Academy has achieved British Horse Society Centre Approval, recognising excellence in welfare, safety and education. It highlights professional facilities, expert coaching and clear progression routes for pupils. Leweston Chedington Riding Academy (LCRA) is proud to announce that...

As the academic year moves into the spring months, many schools begin preparing students for exams and important assessments. For girls in boarding schools, this period often brings a combination of determination, focus and natural nervousness. While academic preparation is...