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Private Schools in Watford Rural

There are 243 independent schools in and around Watford Rural, spanning nursery, pre-prep, prep, senior and sixth form. Families can compare school types and strong boarding provision alongside day schools.

See our school admissions timeline guide to understand entry points, exams and application timing.

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St Margaret's School, Bushey

St Margaret's School, Bushey

Bushey, Hertfordshire, WD23 1DT

Co-Ed 2 - 18 806 Day & Boarding

Fees from £1,584 per term

Merchant Taylors' School

Northwood, Hertfordshire, HA6 2HT

Boys 11 - 18 959 Day

Fees from £10,649 per term

St John's

St John's

Pinner, Greater London, HA5 3ZF

Boys 3 - 13 320 Day

Fees from £6,475 per term

Longwood School

Bushey, Hertfordshire, WD23 2QG

Co-Ed 3 - 11 37 Day
St Helen's School

St Helen's School

Northwood, Middlesex, HA6 3AS

Girls 3 - 18 1,127 Day

Fees from £7,543 per term

Merchant Taylors' Prep School

Rickmansworth, Hertfordshire, WD3 1LW

Boys 3 - 13 365 Day

Fees from £7,792 per term

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Frequently asked questions about private schools in Watford Rural

How many private schools are there in Watford Rural?
There are 243 independent schools in and around Watford Rural, offering a mix of pre-prep, prep, senior and sixth form.
Are there boarding schools in Watford Rural?
Yes, many schools in and around Watford Rural 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 Watford Rural?
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 Watford Rural?
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

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