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Private Schools in Croydon

Croydon has 279 private schools in and around the area, including nursery, pre-prep, prep, senior and sixth form. Families can compare school types and strong boarding provision alongside day schools.

Explore our UK private school admissions timeline to understand entry points and key dates.

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Croydon Metropolitan College

Croydon, Surrey, CR0 1DN

Co-Ed 14 - 35 9 Day
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Elmhurst School

Surrey, CR2 7DW

Co-Ed 3 - 11 101 Day

Fees from £4,847 per term

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Whitgift School

Surrey, CR2 6YT

Boys 10 - 18 1,517 Day & Boarding

Fees from £10,080 per term

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Trinity School, Croydon

Surrey, CR9 7AT

Co-Ed 10 - 18 1,049 Day

Fees from £439 per term

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Cumnor House School

South Croydon, Surrey, CR2 6DA

Boys 2 - 13 370 Day

Fees from £5,771 per term

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Aya College

London, Greater London, SE25 5PQ

Co-Ed 10 - 18 0 Day
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Frequently asked questions about private schools in Croydon

How many private schools are there in Croydon?
There are 279 independent schools in and around Croydon, offering a mix of pre-prep, prep, senior and sixth form.
Are there boarding schools in Croydon?
Yes, many schools in and around Croydon 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 Croydon?
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 Croydon?
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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