The most outstanding individuals and institutions that the independent sector has to offer have been recognised in the shortlist for the 2019 Tes Independent School Awards.

It’s been revealed that Banstead Prep School has been shortlisted for the Marketing Campaign of the Year award.

Tes editor Ann Mroz said: “Independent education in this country is truly world class. It’s one of our great success stories. And those shortlisted for the Tes Independent School Awards are the crème de la crème.

“We received a record number of entries this year and the standard is the highest yet, so to be shortlisted is an extraordinary achievement for any school.”

Headteacher Vicky Ellis said “We’re thrilled to be shortlisted for this award, as our success in communicating what’s special about Banstead Prep School to parents and our local community is vital to enable our continued growth and development.”

The winners will be revealed at a gala awards evening at the Grosvenor House Hotel, Park Lane, London on Friday 1 February 2019

To see the full list of who is in the running, pick up a copy of this week’s Tes, or visit isawards.co.uk