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Private Day Schools in South London

Day education forms the majority of independent provision in London, with families able to choose from a wide range of prep and senior schools across the city. School Scout supports comparisons between well regarded day schools by borough and academic focus.

Explore all private schools in South London, or compare schools across London.

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Abingdon House School, Purley

Purley, CR8 2AN

Co-Ed 10 - 17 54 Day

Fees from £21,125 per term

Alleyn's Oakfield

Greater London, SE21 8HP

Co-Ed 2 - 11 271 Day

Fees from £3,281 per term

Alleyn's School

Alleyn's School

London, Greater London, SE22 8SU

Co-Ed 4 - 18 1,450 Day

Fees from £9,228 per term

Arco Academy

London, Greater London, SE5 8TS

Co-Ed 11 - 16 13 Day

Fees from £10,570 per term

Aya College

London, Greater London, SE25 5PQ

Co-Ed 10 - 18 0 Day

Burlington House School, Tooting

London, SW16 1JZ

Co-Ed 11 - 16 13 Day

Frequently asked questions about private schools in South London

How many private schools are there in South London?
There are 32 independent schools across South London, including a mix of prep, senior and sixth form.
Are there boarding schools in South London?
Yes, independent schools across South London offer boarding options, including full, weekly and flexi boarding.

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 South London?
Most independent schools across South 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 South 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
How many day schools are there in South London?
There are 32 independent day schools across South London, where pupils attend during the day and return home in the evening.

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