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Co-Educational Private Schools in Shefford

Shefford has 12 independent co-educational schools, where boys and girls learn together. Families can compare school types and primarily day schools, with some boarding options.

See the school admissions timeline guide for entry points and application timing.

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Orchard School & Nursery

Orchard School & Nursery

Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK45 4RB

5.8 miles from Shefford

Fees from

£4,318 / term

Range £4,318 - £0 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 0–9 100 Day
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OneSchool Global UK - Biggleswade Campus

Biggleswade, Bedfordshire, SG18 0EP

6.2 miles from Shefford

Fees from

£1,936 / term

Range £1,936 - £0 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 7–18 165 Day
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St Christopher School

St Christopher School

Letchworth Garden City, Hertfordshire, SG6 3JZ

6.4 miles from Shefford

Fees from

£1,456 / term

Range £1,456 - £16,322 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 2–18 496 Day & Boarding
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Kingshott School

Partner school

Hitchin, Hertfordshire, SG4 7JX

7.3 miles from Shefford

Fees from

£5,215 / term

Range £5,215 - £6,436 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 3–16 414 Day
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KWS School

Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK41 9TJ

8.3 miles from Shefford

Co-Ed 11–18 24 Day
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Polam School

Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK40 2BU

9.6 miles from Shefford

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£4,750 / term

Range £4,750 - £0 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 1–9 96 Day
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Frequently asked questions about private schools in Shefford

How many private schools are there in Shefford?
There are 17 independent schools in and around Shefford, offering a mix of pre-prep, prep, senior and sixth form.
Are there boarding schools in Shefford?
Yes, several schools in and around Shefford offer boarding, including full, weekly and 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 Shefford?
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 Shefford?
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 co-educational schools are there in Shefford?
There are 12 independent co-educational schools in and around Shefford, where boys and girls learn together.
What does co-educational mean?
Co-educational schools teach boys and girls together, offering a balanced and inclusive learning environment.

Learn more about co-educational vs single-sex schools in our guide.
https://schoolscout.uk/posts/single-sex-or-co-educational-schools

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