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Private Boarding Schools in Hertfordshire

Hertfordshire maintains a strong boarding presence and includes some of the best British boarding schools, attracting families from across the South East. School Scout allows parents to compare leading residential institutions, reviewing boarding models, academic expectations and progression beyond Sixth Form.

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Aldenham School

Elstree, Hertfordshire, WD6 3AJ

Co-Ed 3 - 19 841 Day & Boarding

Fees from £6,137 per term

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Aldwickbury School

Aldwickbury School

Hertfordshire, AL5 1AD

Co-Ed 3 - 13 368 Day & Boarding

Fees from £5,962 per term

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Beechwood Park School

Beechwood Park School

St Albans, Hertfordshire, AL3 8AW

Co-Ed 2 - 13 478 Day & Boarding

Fees from £2,095 per term

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Berkhamsted School

Berkhamsted School

Berkhamsted, Hertfordshire, HP4 2DJ

Co-Ed 11 - 19 1,431 Day & Boarding

Fees from £5,201 per term

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Bishop's Stortford College

Bishop's Stortford College

Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire, CM23 2PQ

Co-Ed 3 - 18 1,245 Day & Boarding

Fees from £4,812 per term

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Haileybury

Hertford, Hertfordshire, SG13 7NU

Co-Ed 11 - 18 916 Day & Boarding

Fees from £9,106 per term

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Hertfordshire Towns

Abbots Langley Berkhamsted Bishops Stortford Borehamwood Broxbourne Buntingford Bygrave Chorleywood Harpenden Hatfield Hemel Hempstead Hertford Hitchin Hoddesdon Ickleford Ippollitts Kings Langley Knebworth Much Hadham Potters Bar Radlett Redbourn Sandridge Sawbridgeworth St Albans Standon Stevenage Tring Ware Watford Watford Rural Welwyn Welwyn Garden City

Frequently asked questions about private schools in Hertfordshire

How many private schools are there in Hertfordshire?
There are 50 independent schools across Hertfordshire, including a mix of prep, senior and sixth form.
Are there boarding schools in Hertfordshire?
Yes, independent schools across Hertfordshire offer boarding options, including full, weekly and flexi boarding.

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

See the UK private school admissions timeline to understand when to apply at each stage.
https://schoolscout.uk/posts/uk-private-school-admissions-timeline
How do I apply to private schools in Hertfordshire?
Applications typically begin 1-2 years in advance and involve registration, assessments and interviews.

Families can follow the UK private school admissions timeline to understand entry points, key dates and the overall process.
https://schoolscout.uk/posts/uk-private-school-admissions-timeline
What types of boarding are available in Hertfordshire?
Options include full boarding, weekly boarding and flexi boarding.

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