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Private Day Schools in Nottingham

Nottingham has 15 independent day schools offering local education across different age groups. Families can compare school types and entry points.

See the UK private school admissions timeline to understand entry points and key dates.

Explore all private schools in Nottingham, or browse schools across Nottinghamshire and East Midlands.

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Nottingham Girls' High School GDST

Nottingham Girls' High School GDST

Partner school

Nottinghamshire, NG1 4JB

Girls 3 - 19 663 Day

Fees from £4,537 per term

FUEL Independent School

Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, NG5 1DX

Co-Ed 13 - 16 32 Day

Take 1 Learning Centre

Nottinghamshire, NG7 6BE

Co-Ed 14 - 16 10 Day
Nottingham High School

Nottingham High School

Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, NG7 4ED

Co-Ed 3 - 19 1,186 Day

Fees from £5,492 per term

Hollygirt School

Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, NG3 4GF

Co-Ed 3 - 16 212 Day

Fees from £4,535 per term

St Joseph's School

Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, NG1 5AW

Co-Ed 1 - 11 93 Day

Frequently asked questions about private schools in Nottingham

How many private schools are there in Nottingham?
There are 15 independent schools in and around Nottingham, offering a mix of pre-prep, prep, senior and sixth form.
Are there boarding schools in Nottingham?
Yes, a small number of schools in and around Nottingham offer boarding, including full, weekly or flexi options.

Families can compare options in our guide to boarding vs day schools:
https://schoolscout.uk/posts/boarding-vs-day-schools
What age can children start private school in Nottingham?
Most independent schools accept pupils from age 3 or 4, with key entry points at 7+, 11+, 13+ and 16+.

Key entry points follow a structured timeline - see the UK private school admissions timeline for when to apply.
https://schoolscout.uk/posts/uk-private-school-admissions-timeline
How do I apply to private schools in Nottingham?
Applications typically begin 1-2 years in advance and involve registration, assessments and interviews.

Families can explore the UK private school admissions timeline to understand key dates, entry points and when to apply.
https://schoolscout.uk/posts/uk-private-school-admissions-timeline
How many day schools are there in Nottingham?
There are 15 independent day schools in and around Nottingham, where pupils attend during the day and return home in the evening.
What types of boarding are available?
Options include full boarding, weekly boarding and flexi boarding.

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