Muddy Best Schools Guide

St Andrew’s, Pangbourne

This bucolic co-ed prep school in the rolling hills of Berkshire is family-oriented, outdoorsy with great results – and the Duchess of Cambridge raves about it.
Long Close School

Muddy says: A highly-regarded co-ed day school in the Slough suburbs, rated excellent across the board, for 3-16 year olds.
St George’s, Windsor Castle

More than just a chi-chi address, St George's is a chorister school, with royal links, excellent academics and music oozing from every corner.
Ludgrove School, Wokingham

Ludgrove is a boys' prep school in Wokingham, that's understated but not under the radar. Homely yet high achieving, it's a place where boys can be boys.
Queen Anne’s, Caversham

Muddy says: A dynamic girls' day and boarding school that's revolutionising the way teens are taught. Set in 34 acres it boasts 'wow' facilities, results and a cool sixth form centre.
St George’s Ascot

Muddy says: A small, friendly girl’s secondary boarding/ day school in Berkshire, where kindness, confidence and ambition are celebrated.
Coworth Flexlands, Chobham

A caring, inclusive and incredibly family-focussed girls prep school and co-ed pre-prep set in an idyllic countryside location in the Surrey/Berks borders.
Highfield Prep, Maidenhead

A celebration of girl power, this 'family' oriented school is producing fearless females who are given lots of opportunities in a non hot-housey environment.
Horris Hill Prep, Newbury

Muddy says: A small, high-achieving rural prep with a brand new Lower School. We think you'll love the family vibe, welcome emphasis on individuality, 'joining in' and good manners.
St Joseph’s College, Reading

An impressive co-ed all-through school in Reading town centre that's big on wellbeing, has deliciously low fees and fits in with family life.