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Private Boarding Schools in North West England

Boarding schools in North West England offer residential education within both metropolitan and countryside campuses. Families considering boarding can compare boarding models and academic pathways throughout the region before refining their search to a specific county.

Explore all private schools in North West, or compare schools across England.

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Abbey College Manchester

Lancashire, M2 4WG

Co-Ed 14 - 23 183 Day & Boarding

Fees from £3,240 per term

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Abrar Academy

Preston, Lancashire, PR1 1NA

Boys 11 - 21 73 Day & Boarding

Fees from £828 per term

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Casterton, Sedbergh Preparatory School

Cumbria, LA6 2SG

Co-Ed 3 - 13 189 Day & Boarding

Fees from £3,948 per term

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Chetham's School of Music

Lancashire, M3 1SB

Co-Ed 8 - 19 334 Day & Boarding

Fees from £11,402 per term

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Kirkham Grammar School

Preston, Lancashire, PR4 2BH

Co-Ed 2 - 19 724 Day & Boarding

Fees from £4,585 per term

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Lime House School

Carlisle, Cumbria, CA5 7BX

Co-Ed 7 - 18 76 Day & Boarding

Fees from £4,800 per term

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Cheshire Cumbria Greater Manchester Lancashire Merseyside Stockport

Frequently asked questions about private schools in North West England

How many private schools are there in North West?

There are 169 independent schools across North West, located in counties such as Cheshire, Cumbria, Greater Manchester.

Are there boarding schools in North West?

Yes, independent schools across North West offer boarding options, including full, weekly and flexi boarding.

Families can compare boarding vs day schools to understand the differences.
https://schoolscout.uk/posts/boarding-vs-day-schools

What age can children start private school in North West?

Most independent schools across North West accept pupils from age 3 or 4, with key entry points at 7+, 11+, 13+ and 16+.

How do I apply to private schools in North West?

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 entry points, key dates and the overall process.
https://schoolscout.uk/posts/uk-private-school-admissions-timeline

What types of boarding are available in North West?

Options include full boarding, weekly boarding and flexi boarding.