Progressive IB School in London | Liberty Woodland School

Learning to change the world

Liberty Woodland School is an independent, international baccalaureate school in London for children aged between 3 and 18. Our progressive approach to education aims to help children develop academically and individually, building their confidence and preparing them for success in later adult life.

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Preparing children for the future

In a rapidly changing world, we want to prepare young people for an era of innovation and imagination, where creativity and personal skills are key drivers in success.

As an IB school, we embrace academic rigour and champion the development of life and character skills, which will give our young people all the components of a successful future.

Welcome from the head

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An outside school with a focus on well-being

Our learning environments in Primary and Secondary are rooted in the outdoors, harnessing the deep connection between time in nature and the positive effect it has on our mental health.

Feeling happy, secure and fulfilled is critical in developing high levels of well-being as well as an active passion to learn.

At school, we help all of our students to centre themselves in our morning meetings, allowing them to be fully present and prepared to learn before they start their day.

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A supportive learning community

Our educators work together with students to drive each other academically and share in their collective successes. Each child develops as an emotionally intelligent and confident speaker, ready to take on the world.

Hear more from our educators and students about their journey with us.

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Steve

Deputy Head of School

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Yilin & Sofia

Primary School

Charlie

Senior Learning Associate in Primary

Elijah & Isaac

Secondary School

Mark

Deputy Head of Secondary

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Katie

Primary Learning Associate

Caio, Louisa & Hugo

Primary School

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Alice

Assistant Head of Primary

Maeva & Ella

Secondary School

Hayley

Assistant Head of Primary

Michael, Chloe & Charlie

Primary School

Chloe

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Our progressive approach to education

Immersive, hands-on learning

Each child who joins us takes on our academically rigorous and challenging education, delivered through an engaging and deeply fulfilling curriculum.

With focusses on wellbeing, self-discovery and environmentalism, we help each child grow into a citizen for the future, to innovate and drive impactful change to our world.

Self-led and project-based

We encourage children to explore their curiosity and deepen their understanding of topics they find particularly interesting.

Our self-directed, student-led approach to learning aims to develop key skills including critical thinking, collaboration, and creativity.

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Building global perspectives through the IB

As an IB school, we help our students develop a wider understanding of the world around them.

Following the International Baccalaureate framework supports our secondary school students to build critical thinking skills and cultural awareness, ultimately helping them become responsible members of an increasingly interconnected world.

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Pupils develop the skills and attitudes to help them become inquiring, independent and kind global citizens who are emotionally intelligent, socially responsible and innovative problem solvers.

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Visit us on an open day

At Liberty Woodland School, we understand that choosing the right school is an important decision for any family. That’s why we host open days throughout the year, allowing you to visit our beautiful, 3-acre school grounds, see how our progressive approach to education works in practice, and get a feel for how children learn within our school community.

If you are considering an independent, progressive IB school in London for your child, we encourage you to visit us on an open day to help you decide whether we are the right fit for your family.

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Areas we serve across London

Liberty Woodland School is located in Morden, though we welcome families from a range of locations in London:

Barnes
Fulham
Putney
Southfields
Wandsworth
Wimbledon

Unsure how you’d get here? We provide a private minibus service across London to help get your children to our school.

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FAQs

What is a progressive school?

A progressive school is an educational institution that focuses on student-centred education, developing a deep understanding of topics beyond traditional rote memorisation, and shaping children into socially responsible, independent, and confident individuals.

Is Liberty Woodland School an IB school?

Yes, at Liberty Woodland School, our secondary school follows the International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme, which is an alternative to traditional GCSEs. Following the IB framework allows for student-centred learning and encourages students to develop a comprehensive understanding of global topics.

What ages are accepted at Liberty Woodland School?

Children aged between the ages of 3 and 18 are accepted at Liberty Woodland School:

Ages 3-4: From September 2027, children will be able to start their education with us from nursery.
Ages 4-11: We are currently accepting children aged 4 to 11 into our primary school.
Ages 12-16: Children aged 12 to 16 are eligible for admission into our secondary school.
Ages 16-18: From September 2027, children aged 16 to 18 will be able to complete their education with us via our Sixth Form.

Where is Liberty Woodland School located?

Liberty Woodland School is located in Morden, London, though we welcome families from other locations across the city, including Wimbledon, Fulham, and Southfields.

What are the fees for Liberty Woodland School?

Termly fees for Liberty Woodland School depend on the age of your child and additional extras, such as a minibus seat.

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Does Liberty Woodland School offer bursaries?

Yes. At Liberty Woodland School, we believe education should not be limited by financial circumstances, which is why we offer bursaries for families who share our view of education but require financial assistance.

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