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Private Schools in Merton

Merton has 347 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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Liberty Woodland School

London, Greater London, SM4 5JD

Co-Ed 4 - 16 97 Day

Fees from £6,512 per term

Hall School Wimbledon

Greater London, SW20 8HF

Co-Ed 4 - 18 206 Day

Fees from £7,049 per term

Wimbledon High School GDST

Wimbledon High School GDST

Greater London, SW19 4AB

Girls 4 - 19 1,073 Day

Fees from £7,476 per term

Willington Prep School

Willington Prep School

London, Greater London, SW19 7QQ

Co-Ed 3 - 11 217 Day

Fees from £6,340 per term

RISE Education

RISE Education

Surrey, CR4 3ED

Co-Ed 11 - 18 19 Day
Donhead Preparatory School

Donhead Preparatory School

London, Greater London, SW19 4ND

Co-Ed 3 - 11 305 Day

Fees from £3,360 per term

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Frequently asked questions about private schools in Merton

How many private schools are there in Merton?
There are 347 independent schools in and around Merton, offering a mix of pre-prep, prep, senior and sixth form.
Are there boarding schools in Merton?
Yes, many schools in and around Merton 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 Merton?
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 Merton?
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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