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All Through Schools in Lewisham

There are 357 independent schools in and around Lewisham, 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.

Explore all private schools in Lewisham, or browse schools across South East London and London.

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St Dunstan's College

St Dunstan's College

LONDON, Greater London, SE6 4TY

0.7 miles from Lewisham

Fees from

£6,437 / term

Range £6,437 - £8,813 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 3–18 1,196 Day

Education-My Life Matters

London, Greater London, SE6 2SP

0.8 miles from Lewisham

Co-Ed 11–16 21 Day

Urban Mission School

LONDON, Greater London, SE13 7FY

1.0 miles from Lewisham

Co-Ed 11–16 12 Day

Heath House Preparatory School

London, Greater London, SE3 0TG

2.0 miles from Lewisham

Fees from

£6,262 / term

Range £6,262 - £7,046 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 3–11 120 Day
Alleyn's School

Alleyn's School

London, Greater London, SE22 8SU

2.1 miles from Lewisham

Fees from

£9,228 / term

Range £9,228 - £12,406 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 4–18 1,450 Day

The Villa School

London, Greater London, SE15 5AH

2.2 miles from Lewisham

Fees from

£2,870 / term

Range £2,870 - £5,640 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 2–7 197 Day
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Frequently asked questions about private schools in Lewisham

How many private schools are there in Lewisham?
There are 357 independent schools in and around Lewisham, offering a mix of pre-prep, prep, senior and sixth form.
Are there boarding schools in Lewisham?
Yes, many schools in and around Lewisham 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 Lewisham?
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 Lewisham?
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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