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Independent Schools in East of England

Browse 131 independent schools across Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Hertfordshire, Norfolk, and Suffolk.

Discover Schools in the East of England

Beeston Hall School

Beeston Hall School

Cromer, Norfolk

Bishop's Stortford College

Bishop's Stortford College

Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire

Finborough School

Finborough School

Stowmarket, Suffolk

Why are these schools featured?

Schools can choose to promote their profiles through Featured School placements. Featured schools appear in this section in addition to their standard profile listing.

Choosing a Private School in East of England

The East of England offers a broad mix of independent schools, from highly regarded city schools to well-established rural campuses. Families often begin by searching locally before comparing schools across counties such as Hertfordshire, Essex, Cambridgeshire, Suffolk, Norfolk and Bedfordshire.

Excellent transport links mean many families are willing to compare schools across county boundaries, particularly around Cambridge, St Albans and other well-connected locations. Depending on your priorities, you may be considering prep schools, senior schools, boarding schools or all-through schools, alongside factors such as admissions, fees, school culture and academic pathways.

School Scout helps families search geographically, compare schools side by side and build a shortlist based on the criteria that matter most.

Explore Private Schools in Popular Towns Across East of England

Browse independent schools in some of East of England's most popular towns. Compare schools by location, fees, age and school type, explore nearby options, and build your shortlist.

Browse All Private Schools in The East of England

Showing 1–51 of 131 schools

Name (A–Z)
Name (Z–A)
Fees (Low to High)
Fees (High to Low)
Abbey College Cambridge

Abbey College Cambridge

Cambridgeshire, Cambridgeshire, CB2 8EB

Fees from

£9,660 / term

Range £9,660 - £23,999 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 12–21 428 Day & Boarding
Abbot's Hill School

Abbot's Hill School

Partner school

Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire, HP3 8RP

Fees from

£5,150 / term

Range £5,150 - £9,330 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 0–16 423 Day

Aldenham School

Elstree, Hertfordshire, WD6 3AJ

Fees from

£6,137 / term

Range £6,137 - £16,500 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 3–19 841 Day & Boarding
Aldwickbury School

Aldwickbury School

Hertfordshire, AL5 1AD

Fees from

£5,962 / term

Range £5,962 - £7,943 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 3–13 368 Day & Boarding

Barnardiston Hall Preparatory School

Haverhill, Suffolk, CB9 7TG

Fees from

£2,924 / term

Range £2,924 - £8,208 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 1–13 232 Day & Boarding
Bedford Girls' School

Bedford Girls' School

Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK42 0BX

Fees from

£4,558 / term

Range £4,558 - £6,406 (inc. VAT)

Girls 7–18 906 Day
Bedford Greenacre Independent School

Bedford Greenacre Independent School

Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK41 7FZ

Fees from

£2,842 / term

Range £2,842 - £5,597 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 0–18 733 Day

Bedford Modern School

Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK41 7NT

Fees from

£4,968 / term

Range £4,968 - £6,816 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 7–18 1,252 Day
Bedford School

Bedford School

Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK40 2TU

Fees from

£6,491 / term

Range £6,491 - £17,244 (inc. VAT)

Boys 7–19 1,070 Day & Boarding
Beechwood Park School

Beechwood Park School

St Albans, Hertfordshire, AL3 8AW

Fees from

£2,095 / term

Range £2,095 - £8,688 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 2–13 478 Day & Boarding
Beeston Hall School

Beeston Hall School

Partner school

Cromer, Norfolk, NR27 9NQ

Fees from

£4,740 / term

Range £4,740 - £12,640 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 4–13 145 Day & Boarding

Berkhamsted Prep and Pre-Prep School

Berkhamsted, Hertfordshire, HP4 2SZ

Co-Ed 1–11 555 Day
Berkhamsted School

Berkhamsted School

Berkhamsted, Hertfordshire, HP4 2DJ

Fees from

£5,201 / term

Range £5,201 - £20,587 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 11–19 1,431 Day & Boarding
Bishop's Stortford College

Bishop's Stortford College

Partner school

Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire, CM23 2PQ

Fees from

£4,812 / term

Range £4,812 - £17,365 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 3–18 1,251 Day & Boarding

Cambridge Arts and Sciences (CATS and CSVPA)

Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB4 1NQ

Fees from

£7,360 / term

Range £7,360 - £14,806 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 13–24 534 Day & Boarding

Cambridge International School

Cambridgeshire, CB1 8DW

Fees from

£2,800 / term

Range £2,800 - £7,000 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 2–11 53 Day

Cardiff Sixth Form College, Cambridge

Partner school

Cambridgeshire, CB1 2AW

Fees from

£10,040 / term

Range £10,040 - £0 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 14–19 98 Day & Boarding

Charlotte House Preparatory School

Rickmansworth, Hertfordshire, WD3 4DU

Fees from

£2,592 / term

Range £2,592 - £6,720 (inc. VAT)

Girls 3–11 89 Day

Duncombe School

Hertford, Hertfordshire, SG14 3JA

Fees from

£5,624 / term

Range £5,624 - £7,558 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 2–11 271 Day

Edge Grove School

Watford, Hertfordshire, WD25 8NL

Fees from

£3,642 / term

Range £3,642 - £8,446 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 2–13 396 Day

Frequently asked questions about private schools in East of England England

How many private schools are there in East of England?
School Scout includes profiles for 131 independent schools across East of England, helping families search, compare and shortlist private schools across the region.
Which parts of East of England have the most independent schools?
Independent schools are distributed across East of England, with particularly strong concentrations in Hertfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Suffolk, Norfolk. The best area for your family depends on journey time, school stage and the type of school being considered.
How should I compare East of England 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.
https://schoolscout.uk/compare/
Are there boarding schools in East of England?
East of England includes both day and boarding schools, although the balance varies by county. Families can compare full, weekly and flexi boarding schools alongside day schools across the region.
https://schoolscout.uk/posts/boarding-vs-day-schools
Can I search for East of England schools by postcode?
Yes. Search by postcode, area or school name, then refine the results using School Scout's filters.
Can I compare East of England private school fees?
Yes. School profiles show available fee information and the School Fees hub helps families compare tuition, boarding and other published costs.
https://schoolscout.uk/compare/schools-by-fees
Where can I find East of England school open days?
Use School Scout's Open Days section to browse upcoming events and follow links to individual school profiles for further details.
https://schoolscout.uk/independent-school-open-days
What is the difference between a East of England 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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