Independent School News

The return to school in January brings a gentle mix of excitement and adjustment. Students arrive carrying stories from the holidays, new energy, and sometimes a little tiredness after travel and a change of routine. It’s a moment of settling...

The Leys School are thrilled to announce that they have not only reached, but exceeded their £150,000 fundraising target for 2025, the School’s 150th anniversary year. The total raised was £162,824 which, with matched funding included, means a final total...

Richard Huish College hosted a special evening for aspiring medics in the Autumn term. In partnership with Musgrove Park Hospital, over 25 doctors, led by Huish Alumna, Dr Amber Leach, delivered a rigorous and engaging preparation session.   The event...

Music at More House is not just a subject; it is a vibrant force that unites the school community, fuels creativity, and inspires excellence. Pupils are encouraged to get involved from the moment they arrive, with plenty of chances to...

As the holiday season approaches, girls across boarding schools begin looking forward to a familiar and comforting ritual: going home. The excitement of reuniting with family, decorating the house, sharing meals and enjoying festive traditions brings a welcome break from...

Clifton College has launched ‘The Spirit Within’, an innovative and interactive school film that allows viewers to explore the School in a completely new way. Through a series of branching scenes, audiences follow a pupil named Jemima, who discovers a...

As the winter term settles in and daylight hours shorten, many boarding houses notice a familiar pattern: girls begin to feel the seasonal shift in their overall wellbeing. Colder temperatures, increased academic pressure and darker evenings can all influence how...

New students at The Duke of York’s Royal Military School proudly wore their ceremonial berets for the first time during the school’s annual Beret Parade; a time-honoured event marking one of the most significant moments in the school calendar. This...