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Private Schools in Cheshire

Browse 34 independent schools across Chester, Knutsford, Alderley Edge, Wilmslow, and Macclesfield….

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AKS Lytham

AKS Lytham

Lytham St Annes, Lancashire

Abbey Gate College

Abbey Gate College

Chester, Cheshire

Hale Preparatory School

Hale Preparatory School

Altrincham, Cheshire

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Schools can choose to promote their profiles through Featured School placements. Featured schools appear in this section in addition to their standard profile listing.

Browse Independent Schools Near Cheshire Towns

Browse independent schools in Cheshire's most popular towns.

Chester Knutsford Alderley Edge Wilmslow Macclesfield Nantwich Tarporley Congleton Northwich Sandbach Crewe Holmes Chapel Poynton Frodsham Lymm Hale

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Showing 1–34 of 34 schools

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Abbey Gate College

Abbey Gate College

Chester, Cheshire, CH3 6EN

Fees from

£4,306 / term

Range £4,306 - £6,265 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 4–18 464 Day
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Altrincham Preparatory School

Altrincham, Cheshire, WA14 2RR

Fees from

£3,638 / term

Range £3,638 - £7,675 (inc. VAT)

Boys 2–11 263 Day
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Beech Hall School

Macclesfield, Cheshire, SK10 2EG

Fees from

£4,612 / term

Range £4,612 - £6,628 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 4–19 225 Day
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Bowdon Preparatory School for Girls

Altrincham, Cheshire, WA14 2LT

Fees from

£3,974 / term

Range £3,974 - £4,075 (inc. VAT)

Girls 3–11 279 Day
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Brabyns Preparatory School

Stockport, Cheshire, SK6 7DB

Fees from

£3,906 / term

Range £3,906 - £4,907 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 2–11 86 Day
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Cheadle Hulme School

Cheadle, Cheshire, SK8 6EF

Fees from

£4,278 / term

Range £4,278 - £6,071 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 3–18 1,528 Day
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Cornerstone Academy

Cheshire, Cheshire, CW1 4PP

Co-Ed 5–11 16 Day
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Covenant Christian School

Stockport, Cheshire, SK4 4NX

Co-Ed 5–16 35 Day
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Cransley School

Cransley School

Northwich, Cheshire, CW9 6HN

Fees from

£3,587 / term

Range £3,587 - £6,089 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 4–16 252 Day
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Forest Park Preparatory School

Sale, Cheshire, M33 6NB

Fees from

£2,975 / term

Range £2,975 - £3,208 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 2–11 158 Day
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Forest School

Altrincham, Cheshire, WA15 6LJ

Co-Ed 2–11 217 Day
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Green Meadow Independent Primary School

Warrington, Cheshire, WA3 2RD

Co-Ed 3–14 10 Day
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Greenbank Preparatory School

Greenbank Preparatory School

Cheadle, Cheshire, SK8 6HU

Fees from

£4,380 / term

Range £4,380 - £0 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 2–11 236 Day
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Hale Preparatory School

Hale Preparatory School

Altrincham, Cheshire, WA15 9AS

Fees from

£4,608 / term

Range £4,608 - £0 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 4–11 210 Day
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Hulme Hall Grammar School

Stockport, Cheshire, SK3 8HA

Fees from

£4,066 / term

Range £4,066 - £6,306 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 2–16 216 Day
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Jefferson House

Jefferson House

Winsford, Cheshire, CW7 1JT

Boys 11–18 5 Day
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Lady Barn House School

Cheadle, Cheshire, SK8 1JE

Fees from

£5,035 / term

Range £5,035 - £0 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 3–11 490 Day
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OneSchool Global Northwich

Northwich, Cheshire, CW9 7UE

Fees from

£1,666 / term

Range £1,666 - £0 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 7–18 104 Day
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Penarth Group School

Penarth Group School

Cheshire, Cheshire, SK5 7JG

Co-Ed 11–18 15 Day
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Pownall Hall School

Wilmslow, Cheshire, SK9 5DW

Fees from

£5,298 / term

Range £5,298 - £5,538 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 0–11 311 Day
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Browse Private Schools Near Cheshire Villages and Local Areas

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Frequently asked questions about private schools in Cheshire

How many private schools are there in Cheshire?
School Scout includes profiles for 34 independent schools across Cheshire, helping families search, compare and shortlist private schools across the county.
Which towns in Cheshire have the most independent schools?
Independent schools are distributed across Cheshire, with particularly strong concentrations in Chester, Knutsford, Alderley Edge, Wilmslow, Macclesfield, Nantwich, Tarporley, Congleton. The best area for your family depends on journey time, school stage and the type of school being considered.
How should I compare Cheshire schools?
Start with a realistic travel area, then compare schools by age range, admissions, gender, fees, size, curriculum and school culture. Use School Scout's comparison tool to review key information side by side.
Are there boarding schools in Cheshire?
Yes. Cheshire is home to a number of well-established boarding and day schools, with options ranging from full boarding to flexible boarding. Families also often compare Cheshire schools with those in neighbouring Greater Manchester, Merseyside, Shropshire, Staffordshire.
Can I search for Cheshire schools by postcode?
Yes. Search by postcode, town, village or school name, then refine the results using School Scout's filters.
Can I compare Cheshire private school fees?
Yes. School profiles show available fee information and the School Fees hub helps families compare tuition, boarding and other published costs.
Where can I find Cheshire school open days?
Use School Scout's Open Days section to browse upcoming events and follow links to individual school profiles for further details.
What is the difference between a Cheshire prep and senior school?
Prep schools usually educate younger pupils before senior-school entry, while senior schools typically begin at age 11 or 13 and may continue through sixth form. Age ranges vary, so families should check each school profile.

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