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Private Schools in Derbyshire

Browse 14 independent schools in Derbyshire.

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Browse All Private Schools in Derbyshire

Showing 1–14 of 14 schools

Name (A–Z)
Name (Z–A)
Fees (Low to High)
Fees (High to Low)

Dame Catherine Harpur's School

Derby, Derbyshire, DE73 7JW

Fees from

£2,582 / term

Range £2,582 - £4,212 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 3–11 37 Day
Derby Grammar School

Derby Grammar School

Derbyshire, DE23 4BX

Fees from

£3,547 / term

Range £3,547 - £6,430 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 4–18 161 Day
Derby High School

Derby High School

Derby, Derbyshire, DE23 3DT

Fees from

£3,288 / term

Range £3,288 - £6,361 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 3–18 696 Day

Emmanuel School, Derby

Derby, Derbyshire, DE22 1FP

Fees from

£1,824 / term

Range £1,824 - £2,220 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 3–11 66 Day

OneSchool Global Uk Nottingham Campus

Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, NG10 4HR

Fees from

£1,936 / term

Range £1,936 - £0 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 7–18 80 Day
Repton Preparatory School

Repton Preparatory School

Derby, Derbyshire, DE65 6EJ

Fees from

£4,975 / term

Range £4,975 - £13,156 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 2–14 399 Day & Boarding
Repton School

Repton School

Derby, Derbyshire, DE65 6FH

Fees from

£13,555 / term

Range £13,555 - £0 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 12–19 626 Day & Boarding

S. Anselm's

Bakewell, Derbyshire, DE45 1DP

Fees from

£4,300 / term

Range £4,300 - £9,850 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 2–13 123 Day & Boarding
St Peter and St Paul School

St Peter and St Paul School

Chesterfield, Derbyshire, S41 0EF

Fees from

£4,424 / term

Range £4,424 - £4,681 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 4–11 104 Day

St Wystan's School

Derby, Derbyshire, DE65 6GE

Fees from

£4,259 / term

Range £4,259 - £0 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 4–11 85 Day

Watchorn Christian School

Derbyshire, DE55 7AQ

Fees from

£916 / term

Range £916 - £0 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 3–11 38 Day

Longdon Park School

Derbyshire, DE65 6GU

Co-Ed 7–18 89 Day

Normanton House School

Derby, Derbyshire, DE23 8DF

Co-Ed 5–16 145 Day

Trent College and The Elms

Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, NG10 4AD

Fees from

£4,880 / term

Range £4,880 - £16,763 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 3–19 1,113 Day & Boarding

Frequently asked questions about private schools in Derbyshire

How many private schools are there in Derbyshire?
School Scout includes profiles for 14 independent schools across Derbyshire, helping families search, compare and shortlist private schools across the county.
Which towns in Derbyshire have the most independent schools?
Independent schools are distributed across Derbyshire, with particularly strong concentrations in towns across Derbyshire. The best area for your family depends on journey time, school stage and the type of school being considered.
How should I compare Derbyshire schools?
Start with a realistic travel area, then compare schools by age range, admissions, gender, fees, size, curriculum and school culture. Use School Scout's comparison tool to review key information side by side.
Are there boarding schools in Derbyshire?
Yes. Derbyshire is home to a number of well-established boarding and day schools, with options ranging from full boarding to flexible boarding. Families also often compare Derbyshire schools with those in neighbouring Cheshire, Nottinghamshire, Staffordshire, South Yorkshire.
Can I search for Derbyshire schools by postcode?
Yes. Search by postcode, town, village or school name, then refine the results using School Scout's filters.
Can I compare Derbyshire private school fees?
Yes. School profiles show available fee information and the School Fees hub helps families compare tuition, boarding and other published costs.
Where can I find Derbyshire school open days?
Use School Scout's Open Days section to browse upcoming events and follow links to individual school profiles for further details.
What is the difference between a Derbyshire prep and senior school?
Prep schools usually educate younger pupils before senior-school entry, while senior schools typically begin at age 11 or 13 and may continue through sixth form. Age ranges vary, so families should check each school profile.

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