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Independent Schools in London

Browse 361 independent schools across Central London, West London, South West London, North West London, and North London….

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Halcyon London International School

Halcyon London International School

London, Greater London

Thomas's Battersea

Thomas's Battersea

London, Greater London

Hurlingham School

Hurlingham School

London, Greater London

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

Browse schools in London by Area

Central London 94 schools West London 48 schools South West London 72 schools North West London 52 schools North London 23 schools South London 37 schools South East London 33 schools East London 45 schools North East London 23 schools

Browse Schools by Type

Prep Schools 337 schools
Senior Schools 173 schools
Sixth Form Schools 149 schools
Day Schools 355 schools
Boarding Schools 21 schools
Pre-Prep Schools 268 schools
Girls' Schools 54 schools
Boys' Schools 55 schools
Co-educational Schools 252 schools

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Choosing a Private School in London

Choosing a private school in London usually begins with a practical assessment of school run journey time. A school that looks close on a map may involve a very different daily commute depending on transport links, river crossings and the school-run timetable, so families often compare options within a manageable travel area rather than relying on borough boundaries alone.

London offers an unusually wide choice of prep, senior, sixth form, girls, boys, co-educational and international schools. Admissions points, academic selection, sibling policies, school culture, fees and onward pathways can all shape a shortlist. Families may also compare London day schools with boarding or day-and-boarding schools in Surrey, Berkshire, Hertfordshire, Kent and Buckinghamshire.

School Scout helps families search by school, area or postcode, compare schools side by side and build a shortlist before arranging visits and making enquiries.

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Browse Private Schools Near Local London Areas

Families often search for schools close to home rather than by borough alone. Explore independent schools near popular neighbourhoods and local communities across London, then compare schools, refine your search and build your shortlist with confidence.

Private Schools near Dulwich Village Private Schools near Barnes Private Schools near East Sheen Private Schools near Kew Private Schools near Parsons Green Private Schools near Primrose Hill Private Schools near Maida Vale Private Schools near Muswell Hill Private Schools near Blackheath Private Schools near Herne Hill Private Schools near Wandsworth Private Schools near Ealing Private Schools near Northwood Private Schools near Totteridge

Browse All Private Schools in London

Showing 1–51 of 361 schools

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ACS Hillingdon International School

ACS Hillingdon International School

Uxbridge, Middlesex, UB10 0BE

Fees from

£4,900 / term

Range £4,900 - £11,600 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 3–19 546 Day
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Alleyn's Junior School

Alleyn's Junior School

Partner school

London, Greater London, SE22 8SU

Co-Ed 4–18 1,450 Day
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Alleyn's Oakfield

Greater London, SE21 8HP

Fees from

£3,281 / term

Range £3,281 - £6,590 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 2–11 271 Day
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Alleyn's Regents Park

Partner school

London, Greater London, NW1 7AB

Fees from

£9,538 / term

Range £9,538 - £10,442 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 4–13 320 Day
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Alleyn's School

Alleyn's School

Partner school

London, Greater London, SE22 8SU

Fees from

£9,228 / term

Range £9,228 - £12,406 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 4–18 1,450 Day
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Annemount School

London, Greater London, N2 0QN

Fees from

£5,130 / term

Range £5,130 - £8,736 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 2–7 76 Day
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Arco Academy

London, Greater London, SE5 8TS

Fees from

£10,570 / term

Range £10,570 - £29,599 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 11–16 13 Day
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Arnold House School

Arnold House School

London, Greater London, NW8 0LH

Fees from

£9,782 / term

Range £9,782 - £10,512 (inc. VAT)

Boys 3–13 363 Day
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ArtsEd Day School & Sixth Form

ArtsEd Day School & Sixth Form

London, Greater London, W4 1LY

Fees from

£7,596 / term

Range £7,596 - £8,381 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 11–19 283 Day
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Ashbourne College

London, Greater London, W8 4PL

Co-Ed 13–21 243 Day
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Avenue House School

London, Greater London, W13 8LS

Fees from

£5,760 / term

Range £5,760 - £5,940 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 4–11 67 Day
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Aya College

London, Greater London, SE25 5PQ

Co-Ed 10–18 0 Day
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Azbuka Russian-English Bilingual School

Greater London, W6 0JS

Fees from

£3,288 / term

Range £3,288 - £6,000 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 2–11 59 Day
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Bales College

London, Greater London, W10 4AA

Fees from

£6,240 / term

Range £6,240 - £6,720 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 11–20 100 Day
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Bassett House School

Bassett House School

Partner school

Greater London, W10 6JP

Fees from

£8,896 / term

Range £8,896 - £9,179 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 2–11 124 Day
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Big Creative Independent School

Walthamstow, Greater London, E17 5QJ

Co-Ed 14–16 12 Day
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Blackheath High School GDST

Greater London, SE3 7AG

Fees from

£6,658 / term

Range £6,658 - £8,156 (inc. VAT)

Girls 3–18 741 Day
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Blackheath Prep

Partner school

London, Greater London, SE3 0NJ

Fees from

£7,037 / term

Range £7,037 - £7,284 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 3–11 388 Day
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Brampton College

Brampton College

London, Greater London, NW4 4DQ

Fees from

£4,586 / term

Range £4,586 - £11,790 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 15–19 210 Day
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Brighton College Prep Kensington

Greater London, SW7 1ND

Fees from

£10,946 / term

Range £10,946 - £12,264 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 2–13 325 Day
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Frequently asked questions about private schools in London England

How many private schools are there in London?
School Scout includes profiles for 361 independent schools across London, helping families search, compare and shortlist private schools across the city.
Which parts of London have the most independent schools?
Independent schools are distributed across London, with particularly strong concentrations in Central, West, South West, North and North West London. The best area for your family depends on journey time, school stage and the type of school being considered.
How should I compare London 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.
Are there boarding schools in London?
Most London independent schools are day schools, although a small number offer boarding. Families often compare day London schools with boarding schools in Surrey, Berkshire, Hertfordshire, Kent and Buckinghamshire.
Can I search for London schools by postcode?
Yes. Search by postcode, area or school name, then refine the results using School Scout's filters.
Can I compare London private school fees?
Yes. School profiles show available fee information and the School Fees hub helps families compare tuition, boarding and other published costs.
Where can I find London school open days?
Use School Scout's Open Days section to browse upcoming events and follow links to individual school profiles for further details.
What is the difference between a London 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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