The Week
The Week Independent Schools Guide
The Week Independent Schools Guide is a trusted biannual publication created to help parents navigate the independent school sector with clarity and confidence. Produced with the editorial rigour of The Week magazine, the guide blends authoritative analysis with practical information, offering families invaluable support during one of the most important decisions of their child’s life.
Edited by Amanda Constance, the guide benefits from her deep understanding of the schools industry and her strong network of contacts. Amanda draws on these connections to secure exclusive interviews with leading headteachers and educational experts, bringing readers unparalleled insight into the values, ethos, and innovations shaping the sector.
In addition to in-depth school profiles, the guide tackles current topics in education—from changes in curriculum and exam structures to wellbeing, diversity, digital learning, and preparing pupils for university and beyond. By unpacking how these shifts affect learning, the guide helps parents understand what to look for in a school today.
Each edition also features The Best of the Best Awards, where our editorial team highlights outstanding schools across categories such as boarding, co-curricular excellence, and academic achievement. These awards celebrate innovation and excellence, while offering parents trusted recommendations and inspiration.
With its unique combination of respected journalism, topical coverage, and recognition of excellence, The Week Independent Schools Guide is the go-to resource for parents seeking the right educational environment for their child—and a powerful platform for schools to showcase their strengths to an engaged, discerning audience.
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