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Co-Educational Private Schools in Westhoughton

Westhoughton has 23 independent co-educational schools, where boys and girls learn together. Families can compare school types and mainly day schools.

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

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Clevelands Prep School

Bolton, Greater Manchester, BL1 5DH

2.6 miles from Westhoughton

Fees from

£3,685 / term

Range £3,685 - £0 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 2–11 159 Day
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Lord's School

Bolton, Lancashire, BL3 2EF

3.8 miles from Westhoughton

Co-Ed 11–18 36 Day
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Progress Schools Wigan

Greater Manchester, WN1 1RU

4.9 miles from Westhoughton

Co-Ed 11–16 9 Day
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Green Meadow Independent Primary School

Warrington, Cheshire, WA3 2RD

5.5 miles from Westhoughton

Co-Ed 3–14 10 Day
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Bridgewater School

Manchester, Lancashire, M28 2WQ

6.8 miles from Westhoughton

Fees from

£4,291 / term

Range £4,291 - £5,778 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 3–18 467 Day
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Branwood Preparatory School

Manchester, Lancashire, M30 9HN

8.2 miles from Westhoughton

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£3,598 / term

Range £3,598 - £0 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 3–11 150 Day
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Frequently asked questions about private schools in Westhoughton

How many private schools are there in Westhoughton?
There are 43 independent schools in and around Westhoughton, offering a mix of pre-prep, prep, senior and sixth form.
Are there boarding schools in Westhoughton?
Yes, a small number of schools in and around Westhoughton offer boarding, including full, weekly or 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 Westhoughton?
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 Westhoughton?
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 Westhoughton?
There are 23 independent co-educational schools in and around Westhoughton, 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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