Tonbridge School has been featured in the fifth edition of Carfax Education’s Schools Index, the leading global ranking of the top 150 private schools.
Included in the Top 25 UK Senior Schools, Tonbridge was selected not only for its academic results and university preparation but also for its unique ethos, reputation, and commitment to preparing pupils for life beyond academia. The Schools Index, reviewed by a panel of education consultants, also considers factors like technology and sustainability. It offers a comprehensive guide to each school’s curriculum, fees, and practical details such as travel times to airports.
James Priory, Headmaster of Tonbridge School, said: "We are immensely proud to be recognised among the world's leading independent schools by Carfax Education. Following our ranking as the sixth best independent school nationally by The Sunday Times School Guide, it's wonderful to see our commitment to education recognised on such a prestigious global platform. These accolades reflect far more than academic achievement; they celebrate the richness of our ethos—one that fosters character, curiosity, and resilience in equal measure. It is a tribute to our extraordinary staff, students, and wider community, who continue to make Tonbridge such a vibrant and forward-thinking place to learn and grow."
Fiona McKenzie, Head of Education, Carfax Education, said: "Now in its fifth year, The Schools Index has become a valuable resource for parents looking for the very best education for their child, wherever they are in the world - as well as for the private schools sector. The demand for excellent schools grows and remains fiercely competitive as parents strive to ensure their child receives the strongest foundations to set them up for a lifetime of success. The importance of parents having The Schools Index has grown as families become more mobile and can choose to work from anywhere in the world, The Schools Index has become a valuable resource to highlight the best education opportunities for their children.
"This year's Schools Index has been comprehensively curated by international experts, with each school notably recognised for its own individual footprint in education, including academics, facilities, preparation for university entry, unique ethos and how they prepare students for life beyond academia."
Collated by Carfax Education experts on the ground across the globe, the Schools Index is the most comprehensive global private schools list available.
For more information and to view the Schools Index, visit www.schools-index.com