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The independent schooling system in London can be a bewildering prospect for an overseas investor. Many are centuries old and have lengthy application processes. Very often the schools are split by gender, and also offer boarding (which is when students live on-site). Here is our overview to the British independent (private) schooling system and our selection for the best independent schools for boys and girls in London. Introduction to the British school system The education system in the UK is divided into four main parts; primary education (5-11 years old), secondary education (11-16 years old), further education (16-18 years old) and higher education (18+ years old). Children in the UK have to legally attend primary and secondary education. During their primary school education children will follow the government Key Stages 1 and 2. When they progress to secondary school, they will cover Key Stages 3 and 4, culminating in them taking their mandatory GCSE examinations. Higher education encompasses the more commonly studied academic A-Levels, although some schools also offer the International Baccalaureate, and following this, students then progress to high education at university. These are our 5 top independent schools in London for secondary education: Westminster School Where: Westminster, central London Enrolment: 721 pupils Age – 13-18 Boys 16-18 Girls Fees – £29,709 (day) or £39,252 (boarding) p/a Westminster is a long-established day and boarding school, dating back to the 1370s, situated in the heart of London. Westminster is considered to be the home of liberal education, with a diversity of backgrounds and thinking that permeates the school’s culture. Westminster is globally renowned and regularly tops the school league tables. Its academic achievements were further solidified when it was ranked as the best boy’s school in 2017 for GCSE results. Unsurprisingly it is not uncommon for it to receive 10+ applications for each available space. We particularly the boarding option. Being situated in central London students can make the most of all that London has to offer at the weekend. https://www.westminster.org.uk/school-life/pastoral-care/boarding/ Godolphin & Latymer School Where - Hammersmith, west London Enrolment - 780 pupils Age - 11-18 Girls Fees – £21,615 p/a Godolphin & Latymer is well suited to girls who not only have a strong academic background but also an interest in the music, arts and sports – with fantastic on-site facilities for all. Girls in the Sixth Form (aged 16-18) study for A-Levels and also the International Baccalaureate, reflecting the international mix of the school. Unsurprisingly around a fifth of school leavers go on to Oxbridge (Oxford and Cambridge Universities) We particularly like the school’s ethos to “encourage girls to learn about local, national and global issues, and in so doing . . . become considerate, compassionate and courageous young women who fully expect to take active responsibility for the community and the environment in which they live, as well as for themselves, now and in the future.” St Paul’s Girls’ School Where - Hammersmith, west London Enrolment - 740 pupils Age - 11-18 Girls Fees - £24,891 p/a St Paul’s Girls School is a world recognised independent girls’ day school. St Paul’s regularly performs well in GCSEs and A-Levels and is recommended for high academic achievers. Established in 1904 this elegant oak-panelled red brick receives offers from Oxford and Cambridge University for nearly half of its students. Testament to this is the extensive list of well-known alumnae across the arts, journalism, politics and science. We particularly like the virtual open day tour… https://spgs.org/about/virtual-open-day/ St Paul’s School Where - Hammersmith, west London Enrolment - 1272 pupils Age - 7-18 Boys Fees - £25,032 (day) or £37,611 (boarding) p/a Not to be confused with the girl’s school, north of the river, St Paul’s is an independent day and boarding school offering education for boys aged between 7 and 18. The school offers tutoring system where students are assigned to a carefully selected member of staff that will mentor them through their entirety at the school. The outstanding academic results of the school are further enhanced by the 40 varied societies, encouraging the boys to develop socially too. We particularly like the school ethos to educate boys “from all nations and countries indifferently,” regardless of race, creed or social background, St Paul’s School remains committed to this vision today.” Haberdashers’ Aske’s School for Girls & Haberdashers’ Aske’s School for Boys Where – Elstree, Hertfordshire Enrolment – 1300 boys and 1111 girls Ages – 7-18 Boys / 4-18 Girls Fees - £20,346 Not strictly in London, these famous schools are synonymous with the highest echelons of British education. Just 40 minutes north of London, the two day schools have been educating boys and girls separately since 1690 and 1875 respectively. Both schools consistently achieve excellent grades, with 35% of students going on to study at Oxford and Cambridge. Haberdashers’ aims to provide challenging, positive, stimulating and secure community in which students enjoy working hard to fulfil their potential. We particularly like the stunning setting of Haberdashers’ Boys School located on the grounds of Aldenham House, a stately home. Looking to invest or relocate to London? We also understand that buying an overseas property is not just an investment opportunity; we also ensure that you have the best life experience in London, considering that you need to go to an elite school and where local culture is concentrated. Our Chinese consultants work with real estate lawyers and accountants to help clients and coordinate the entire property buying process, as well as finding the best school or university for your child. If you would like further advice on investment or schooling for your child, please send us a message on WeChat. You can also check out our article “Universities in London – Which one is the right one for you?” on our blog. In the following weeks we will also cover the best independent primary schools in London, so please follow us on WeChat.

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