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Co-Educational Private Schools in Kendal

Kendal has 5 independent co-educational schools, where boys and girls learn together. Families can compare school types and a mix of day and boarding schools.

See the school admissions timeline guide for entry points and application timing.

Explore all private schools in Kendal, or browse schools across Cumbria and North West.

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Sedbergh School

Sedbergh (La10 5hg), Cumbria, LA10 5RY

9.0 miles from Kendal

Fees from

£11,789 / term

Range £11,789 - £18,042 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 13–19 555 Day & Boarding

Windermere School

The Lake District, Cumbria, LA23 1NW

9.7 miles from Kendal

Fees from

£2,450 / term

Range £2,450 - £16,166 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 3–20 256 Day & Boarding

Casterton, Sedbergh Preparatory School

Cumbria, LA6 2SG

10.6 miles from Kendal

Fees from

£3,948 / term

Range £3,948 - £11,872 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 3–13 189 Day & Boarding

SwitchED2

Cumbria, LA11 6RG

7.8 miles from Kendal

Fees from

£7,055 / term

Range £7,055 - £7,240 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 9–18 16 Day

Underley Garden School

Carnforth, Lancashire, LA6 2DZ

9.8 miles from Kendal

Co-Ed 5–19 88 Day & Boarding

Frequently asked questions about private schools in Kendal

How many private schools are there in Kendal?
There are 5 independent schools in and around Kendal, offering a mix of pre-prep, prep, senior and sixth form.
Are there boarding schools in Kendal?
Yes, several schools in and around Kendal offer boarding, including full, weekly and flexi options.

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 Kendal?
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 Kendal?
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 co-educational schools are there in Kendal?
There are 5 independent co-educational schools in and around Kendal, where boys and girls learn together.
What does co-educational mean?
Co-educational schools teach boys and girls together, offering a balanced and inclusive learning environment.

Learn more about co-educational vs single-sex schools in our guide.
https://schoolscout.uk/posts/single-sex-or-co-educational-schools

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