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Selective Private Schools in Tunbridge Wells

Tunbridge Wells has 23 selective independent schools where admission is based on academic assessment. Families can compare school types and a mix of day and boarding schools.

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Radnor House Sevenoaks

Radnor House Sevenoaks

Kent, TN14 6AE

3.1 miles from Tunbridge Wells

Fees from

£4,980 / term

Range £4,980 - £9,258 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 2–18 519 Day

Caterham Prep

Caterham, Surrey, CR3 6YB

6.0 miles from Tunbridge Wells

Fees from

£4,790 / term

Range £4,790 - £7,100 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 4–11 278 Day

St David's Prep

West Wickham, Kent, BR4 0QS

6.9 miles from Tunbridge Wells

Fees from

£2,400 / term

Range £2,400 - £4,614 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 3–11 207 Day
Lingfield College

Lingfield College

Lingfield, Surrey, RH7 6PH

8.5 miles from Tunbridge Wells

Fees from

£1,842 / term

Range £1,842 - £8,891 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 0–19 951 Day

Babington House School

Partner school

Chislehurst, Kent, BR7 5ES

8.6 miles from Tunbridge Wells

Fees from

£6,995 / term

Range £6,995 - £8,705 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 3–18 488 Day

Eltham College

London, Greater London, SE9 4QF

10.0 miles from Tunbridge Wells

Fees from

£7,787 / term

Range £7,787 - £9,473 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 7–19 1,075 Day

Frequently asked questions about private schools in Tunbridge Wells

How many private schools are there in Tunbridge Wells?
There are 100 independent schools in and around Tunbridge Wells, offering a mix of pre-prep, prep, senior and sixth form.
Are there boarding schools in Tunbridge Wells?
Yes, many schools in and around Tunbridge Wells 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 Tunbridge Wells?
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 Tunbridge Wells?
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 selective private schools are there in Tunbridge Wells?
There are 23 selective independent schools in and around Tunbridge Wells, where admission is based on academic assessment.
What is a selective private school?
Selective schools assess pupils through entrance exams, interviews and academic reports.

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