The Simply London Schools Hub

Welcome to the Simply London Schools Hub!

Choosing the right school is one of the most important parts of relocating to London, but it can also feel overwhelming with so many options and processes to navigate. To make things easier, we’ve created this dedicated Schools Hub.

Whether you’re just beginning your search or preparing to apply, our aim is to provide you with expert guidance, clear information, and reliable resources to make your family’s move as seamless as possible.

State schools in London

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Are good state schools located in specific parts of London?

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07.04.24

How to find a state school in London

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09.02.24

Can I apply to state schools outside my London borough?

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13.11.23

Should you only target outstanding state schools in London?

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22.03.21

How many state schools are there in London?

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27.11.20

Are private schools better than state schools in London?

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03.01.23

Are state schools good in London?

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21.09.23

Are there good state schools everywhere in London?

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13.05.25

Can you apply for state schools and private schools at the same time?

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03.01.23

Can a foreign child go to state school?

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05.02.22

Can you apply for a state school with an AirBnB address?

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12.02.21

Can you apply for state schools in advance?

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01.04.24

Do you have to be in a catchment area to be considered for a place at a state school?

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21.07.23

How far should we live from our preferred state school?

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19.03.22

How to apply for state schools in London

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19.03.15

How to apply for a state school

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12.01.23

List of state schools in London

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13.10.17

State primary vs. State secondary schools

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17.07.20

The top state schools in London

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24.04.20

The best London neighbourhoods for state schools

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19.03.22

The 5 steps to finding a state school in London

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09.02.23

What are the main types of state schools in the UK?

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04.09.25

The best boroughs for outstanding state schools in London

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22.01.21

Understanding State School waiting lists

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16.07.24

What’s the difference between a catchment area and a cut-off distance?

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10.11.17

When to apply for state schools in London

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30.11.18

When to appeal a London state primary school decision

Private schools in London

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22.08.25

Private school cost in London: what you can expect to pay

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15.07.25

How to find a private school in London

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13.05.25

Can you apply for state schools and private schools at the same time?

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22.10.24

Are there cheap private schools in London?

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19.03.22

The 5 steps to finding a private school in London

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18.02.22

The best all-through private schools in London

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27.11.20

Are private schools better than state schools in London?

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07.04.23

Do all private schools offer the same range of extra curricular activities?

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05.11.24

Finding a private school which sponsors a child and parent visa in London

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07.04.23

How long does the private school admission process take?

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19.03.22

How to apply for a private school

KNOWLEDGE BASE Schools in London

07.04.23

How to prepare for private school admission tests and interviews

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30.10.20

How to choose an International School in London

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26.01.18

Private school or state school in London?

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10.08.23

Top London Private Schools: How Easy Is It for Overseas Students to Be Selected?

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28.04.25

VAT on London private schools in 2025

Primary schools in London

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06.12.19

The best primary schools in London

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05.01.21

The best primary state schools in London

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05.01.21

The best primary private schools in London

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17.10.22

The best Montessori Schools in London

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30.11.18

When to appeal a London state primary school decision

Secondary schools in London

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28.02.20

Families moving to London: why you should start with secondary schools

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22.10.23

The best secondary state schools in London

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25.09.20

The best secondary private schools in London

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01.04.21

The best non-selective state secondary schools in London

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11.12.23

Best London schools by A-level results

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07.07.25

London’s best sixth form colleges

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13.05.21

The best areas for Grammar Schools in London

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07.04.23

Do feeder schools guarantee entry into the linked private secondary school?

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03.07.25

Selective state schools in London

Best areas for schools in London

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04.09.25

The best boroughs for outstanding state schools in London

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11.11.24

Are good state schools located in specific parts of London?

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24.04.20

The best London neighbourhoods for state schools

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21.09.23

Are there good state schools everywhere in London?

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13.05.21

The best areas for Grammar Schools in London

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16.02.23

State schools in North London

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25.01.23

State schools in Hampstead

Best schools in London

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The top 10 London schools by A-level results 2025

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12.12.25

The best London schools by GCSE results 2025

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05.12.25

The best IB schools in London in 2025

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07.07.25

London’s best sixth form colleges

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18.02.22

The best all-through private schools in London

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01.04.21

The best non-selective state secondary schools in London

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05.01.21

The best primary private schools in London

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06.12.19

The best primary schools in London

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31.12.24

The best private schools in London

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05.01.21

The best primary state schools in London

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25.09.20

The best secondary private schools in London

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22.10.23

The best secondary state schools in London

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29.05.25

Top state schools in London for A-Levels

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17.07.20

The top state schools in London

Catchment areas in London

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KNOWLEDGE BASE Schools in London

01.04.24

Do you have to be in a catchment area to be considered for a place at a state school?

KNOWLEDGE BASE Schools in London

21.07.23

How far should we live from our preferred state school?

KNOWLEDGE BASE Schools in London

20.07.22

Understanding state school catchment areas in the UK

School applications

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13.05.25

Can you apply for state schools and private schools at the same time?

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09.02.24

Can I apply to state schools outside my London borough?

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14.08.24

Are previous grades useful for school applications in London?

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27.11.25

How to apply for religious schools in London

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07.04.23

How to prepare for private school admission tests and interviews

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22.01.21

Understanding State School waiting lists

KNOWLEDGE BASE Schools in London

10.08.21

Securing a state school place for your child: in-year admissions

KNOWLEDGE BASE Schools in London

05.02.22

Can you apply for a state school with an AirBnB address?

KNOWLEDGE BASE Schools in London

12.02.21

Can you apply for state schools in advance?

KNOWLEDGE BASE Schools in London

19.03.15

How to apply for a state school

KNOWLEDGE BASE Schools in London

19.03.22

How to apply for state schools in London

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19.03.22

How to apply for a private school

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01.11.19

Learn how and when to apply for a London school

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10.02.21

How quickly do schools respond to applications?

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02.08.24

When shall we apply for a school place? Take the quiz

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18.02.21

What is an in-year school application?

KNOWLEDGE BASE Schools in London

10.11.17

When to apply for state schools in London

KNOWLEDGE BASE Schools in London

21.05.24

School open days: how they work

School fees in London

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28.04.25

VAT on London private schools in 2025

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22.08.25

Private school cost in London: what you can expect to pay

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22.10.24

Are there cheap private schools in London?

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07.04.23

Do private schools offer sibling discounts on school fees?

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18.03.25

Do private school tuition fees in London cover everything?

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07.04.23

What is included in private school fees?

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26.06.20

Bursaries: how your child could attend a private school in London for less

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08.08.24

Calculate your school fees

Calculators

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06.08.24

Check which school year your child will attend

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08.08.24

Calculate your school fees

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02.08.24

When shall we apply for a school place? Take the quiz

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04.08.24

State school or private school? Take the quiz.

Special Education Needs schools in London

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15.12.25

Understanding SEN School Options in London: a guide for relocating families

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30.01.26

SEN School Options: Specialist vs Mainstream schools in London

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13.02.26

What Is an EHCP? A guide for parents navigating SEND support in the UK

Upcoming schools webinars

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Webinar: Schools in London

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Webinar: State Schools in London

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13.03.2026

Free webinar: Special Education Needs schools in London

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