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Selective Private Schools in South Kensington

South Kensington has 93 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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Glendower Preparatory School

London, Greater London, SW7 5JX

0.2 miles from South Kensington

Fees from

£9,600 / term

Range £9,600 - £9,972 (inc. VAT)

Girls 2–11 292 Day

Brighton College Prep Kensington

Greater London, SW7 1ND

0.3 miles from South Kensington

Fees from

£10,946 / term

Range £10,946 - £12,264 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 2–13 325 Day

St Philip's School

Partner school

London, Greater London, SW7 4NE

0.4 miles from South Kensington

Fees from

£9,204 / term

Range £9,204 - £10,260 (inc. VAT)

Boys 4–13 82 Day
More House School

More House School

Knightsbridge, Greater London, SW1X 0AA

0.7 miles from South Kensington

Fees from

£10,530 / term

Range £10,530 - £0 (inc. VAT)

Girls 9–18 121 Day
Francis Holland Sloane Square

Francis Holland Sloane Square

Partner school

London, Greater London, SW1W 8JF

0.9 miles from South Kensington

Fees from

£11,057 / term

Range £11,057 - £0 (inc. VAT)

Girls 11–19 603 Day
Kensington Park School

Kensington Park School

Partner school

London, Greater London, W2 4AT

1.2 miles from South Kensington

Fees from

£11,940 / term

Range £11,940 - £27,000 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 11–20 200 Day & Boarding
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Frequently asked questions about private schools in South Kensington

How many private schools are there in South Kensington?
There are 416 independent schools in and around South Kensington, offering a mix of pre-prep, prep, senior and sixth form.
Are there boarding schools in South Kensington?
Yes, many schools in and around South Kensington 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 South Kensington?
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 South Kensington?
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 South Kensington?
There are 93 selective independent schools in and around South Kensington, 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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