Independent Schools Show

All your questions answered!

Visit us at the Independent Schools Show on Thursday 14 May and talk to us about your child's next steps in education. We can't wait to meet you.

See Independent Schools Show for a full line-up of talks, panels and expert advice covering every stage of the education journey

Finding the right school starts here ✨

The ISS Summer Show returns for the sixth time this May, bringing together London’s leading independent schools under one roof.

Your complete guide to 11+ and 13+ independent school options, the Summer Show is designed for parents considering entry to private senior schools.

📅 Thursday 14 May
📍 RHS Lindley Hall, SW1

Get a unique overview of the world-class schools your child could attend. Compare top London day schools with those in commuter belts and explore some of the UK’s most prestigious boarding schools.

Make sure you put it in the diary and register for your FREE advance tickets!

https://schoolsshow.co.uk/tickets

This weekend at the ISS 🎤✨

Head to the Think Academy Theatre for our brand-new News Briefings – fast-paced, no-fluff updates on everything happening in independent education right now.

Leading education journalists and sector insiders deliver punchy 5-minute reports on the stories that matter:
• Fee increases
• The impact of VAT on bursaries
• Leadership changes
• Admissions competition in London and beyond
• Schools opening and closing
• Relocation hotspots and hidden gems

Get on top of the trends shaping your child’s options.

Plus, in the afternoon, don’t miss two exclusive in-discussion sessions with Jane Lunnon (Head of Alleyn's School) and Liz Hewer (High Mistress of St Paul's Girls' School).

Plan your visit around the talks you won’t want to miss. 🎤✨

Choosing the right school is one of the most important decisions parents make.

Choosing The Right School Matters.

Free Tickets for Busy Parents at the Independent Schools Show, Spring Term in London

Saturday 28 February 1000 - 1600
RHS Lindley Hall, Westminster, London
ADVANCE TICKETS ARE FREE
Tickets on the door: £15

Make a life-transforming decision @ Independent Schools Show 2026 Join us at ISS | The ultimate one-day event for parents exploring school options in London and the UK

Save the Date!✨✨

We’re back with our brand new Spring Show next month, on Saturday 28th February.

Designed for parents in London looking to make informed decisions about every aspect of their child’s education.

With 70+ schools under one roof and 40 expert speakers covering the topics that matter most to parents, getting answers about the education, values and culture of private schools has never been easier.

Tickets are available now: https://schoolsshow.co.uk/iss-spring-fair-2026

🎉 The Independent Schools Show is happening this Thursday!

General admission is FREE when you book in advance – giving you access to 2 theatres of expert talks, tailored to parents considering everything from nurseries and London day schools to the best boarding and out-of-London options.

✨ Want to make the most of your visit? Upgrade to a VIP Family Ticket (£75) and enjoy:

Entry for 2 adults + accompanying children

A 20-minute consultation with Bonas MacFarlane Education

An official branded show bag

Reserved VIP seating in both education theatres

Complimentary teas & coffees

Register now - https://schoolsshow.co.uk/autumn-tickets

Only one week to go until the Autumn Independent Schools Show! 🎓

Same format, new venue - this year we’re crossing north of the river to RHS Lindley Hall, Victoria, on Thursday 9 October (09:15 - 15:30). �

Come and meet headteachers, admissions experts, education consultants, get answers in our two talk theatres, The Good Schools Guide Forum and Think Academy Stage.

Don’t miss your chance to plan the next steps in your child’s education journey. 📚

Free Advance tickets here: https://schoolsshow.co.uk/autumn-tickets

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