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Private Schools in the UK

Families searching for the best UK private schools can explore a wide range of independent options across England. School Scout makes it easy to compare schools by location, fees, age, gender and day or boarding options, helping you find the right pre-prep, prep, senior or sixth form school with confidence. Browse schools by region, county or town, compare fees where available, and narrow your search using the filters that matter most to your family.

Browse by region in England

London 358 schools

South East 492 schools

South West 153 schools

East of England 135 schools

East Midlands 86 schools

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North West 169 schools

North East 25 schools

Yorkshire and the Humber 95 schools

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Halcyon London International School

Premier Partner school

London, Greater London, W1H 5AU

Co-Ed 11 - 18 161 Day

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Abbot's Hill School

Partner school

Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire, HP3 8RP

Co-Ed 0 - 16 423 Day

Fees from £5,150 per term

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Argyle House School

Partner school

Sunderland, Tyne and Wear, SR2 7LA

Co-Ed 2 - 16 213 Day

Fees from £4,620 per term

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Aysgarth School

Partner school

Bedale, North Yorkshire, DL8 1TF

Co-Ed 2 - 14 219 Day & Boarding

Fees from £4,446 per term

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Bassett House School

Partner school

Greater London, W10 6JP

Co-Ed 2 - 11 124 Day

Fees from £8,896 per term

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Bedales School

Partner school

Petersfield, Hampshire, GU32 2DG

Co-Ed 3 - 19 730 Day & Boarding

Fees from £4,420 per term

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Frequently asked questions about private schools in the UK

How many private schools are there in England?

There are 1,667 independent schools across England, including pre-prep, prep, senior and sixth form options across regions such as London, the South East and the North West.

Are there boarding schools in England?

Yes, many independent schools in England offer boarding options, including full, weekly and flexi boarding options.

Families can compare boarding vs day schools to understand the differences.
https://schoolscout.uk/posts/boarding-vs-day-schools

What age can children start private school in England?

Most independent schools across England accept pupils from age 3 or 4, with key entry points at 7+, 11+, 13+ and 16+.

What are the main private school entry points?

The main independent school entry points are typically 4+, 7+, 11+, 13+ and 16+, depending on the school and stage of entry.

Families can explore the UK private school admissions timeline to understand entry points, key dates and the overall process.
https://schoolscout.uk/posts/uk-private-school-admissions-timeline

How do private school applications work?

Applications usually begin 1-2 years before entry and may involve registration forms, assessments, interviews and school reports, depending on the school.