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Day Private Schools in Harpenden

Harpenden has 43 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 Harpenden, or browse schools across Hertfordshire and East of England.

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St Hilda's School

Harpenden, Hertfordshire, AL5 2ES

0.6 miles from Harpenden

Girls 2–11 136 Day
Aldwickbury School

Aldwickbury School

Hertfordshire, AL5 1AD

1.0 miles from Harpenden

Fees from

£5,962 / term

Range £5,962 - £7,943 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 3–13 368 Day & Boarding

The King's School, Harpenden

Harpenden, Hertfordshire, AL5 4DU

1.1 miles from Harpenden

Co-Ed 4–16 176 Day
St Albans High School for Girls

St Albans High School for Girls

Hertfordshire, AL1 3SJ

4.2 miles from Harpenden

Fees from

£7,038 / term

Range £7,038 - £9,492 (inc. VAT)

Girls 4–18 1,128 Day
St Albans School

St Albans School

St Albans, Hertfordshire, AL3 4HB

4.5 miles from Harpenden

Fees from

£9,383 / term

Range £9,383 - £0 (inc. VAT)

Boys 11–19 887 Day
St Albans Independent College

St Albans Independent College

St Albans, Hertfordshire, AL1 1LN

4.7 miles from Harpenden

Co-Ed 14–19 75 Day

Frequently asked questions about private schools in Harpenden

How many private schools are there in Harpenden?
There are 43 independent schools in and around Harpenden, offering a mix of pre-prep, prep, senior and sixth form.
Are there boarding schools in Harpenden?
Yes, many schools in and around Harpenden offer boarding, with options including full, weekly and flexi boarding.

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 Harpenden?
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 Harpenden?
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 Harpenden?
There are 43 independent day schools in and around Harpenden, 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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