Muddy Best Schools Guide
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Shiplake College, nr Henley
This day and boarding school near Henley has a stunning river location, fab facilities, nurturing vibe and a new head. It's also about to go fully co-ed. Read my updated review.
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Eagle House School, Sandhurst
Looking for a non-selective co-ed school with a strong all-rounder reputation and first class facilities? Well, whaddya know!
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The Oratory Prep
Academically strong with excellent pastoral care, Muddy snoops around co-ed Catholic prep on the Oxon/Berks border.
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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.
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Holme Grange School, Wokingham
This progressive school for ages 3-16 offers a unique approach to learning, where wellbeing, a challenging curriculum and the outdoors are key to its success.
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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.
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Caversham Prep School, Reading
As a dedicated iPad school, this small co-ed prep offers an innovative approach to learning using tech and traditonal methods to achieve academic success.
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St George’s, Windsor Castle
More than just a chichi address, St George's is leading the charge in educational reform as the UK's first IB prep. It's a school with academic rigour, royal links and a place where kindness is king.
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Brockhurst & Marlston House, Hermitage
This bucolic day and boarding school for boys and girls aged 2-13 is family focused, offering progressive learning, academic rigour and flexible fees.
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Reading Blue Coat, Sonning
Here come the girls! Highly regarded Reading Blue Coat is going fully co-ed in 2023. This progressive school is big on kindness, inclusivity, adventure and academic rigour. Impressed.