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Private Schools in East London

East London has a growing independent school sector, attracting families seeking strong academic standards and broad co-curricular opportunities across the capital. Families researching private education in East London can compare prep, senior and Sixth Form pathways across both day and boarding settings. School Scout helps parents assess leading schools throughout the region, reviewing admissions, curriculum strengths and long-term progression routes.

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Brick Lane School

E2 6DY

Co-Ed 5 - 18 68 Day

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Faraday School

London, Greater London, E14 0FH

Co-Ed 4 - 11 108 Day

Fees from £5,954 per term

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Gatehouse School

London, Greater London, E2 9JG

Co-Ed 3 - 11 533 Day

Fees from £6,086 per term

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Grangewood Independent School

London, Greater London, E7 8QT

Co-Ed 2 - 11 45 Day

Fees from £2,772 per term

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OMG Education

London, Greater London, E1 6BG

Co-Ed 11 - 18 7 Day

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Rosemary Works School

London, Greater London, N1 5PH

Co-Ed 3 - 11 86 Day

Fees from £4,373 per term

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Bethnal Green Bow Canary Wharf Limehouse Mile End Shoreditch Whitechapel

Frequently asked questions about private schools in East London

How many private schools are there in East London?

There are 44 independent schools across East London, including a mix of prep, senior and sixth form.

Are there boarding schools in East London?

No, most independent schools in and around East London are day schools.

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 East London?

Most independent schools across East London 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 East London?

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