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Sixth Form Schools in Merseyside

Independent sixth forms provide focused education for ages 16 to 18. Families searching for the best independent sixth forms often prioritise subject choice, results and university destinations. Students benefit from specialist teaching, independent study and strong academic guidance.

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

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Birkenhead School

Prenton, Merseyside, CH43 2JD

Fees from

£5,572 / term

Co-Ed 0–19 955 Day

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Christian Fellowship School

Liverpool, Merseyside, L7 3HL

Fees from

£2,189 / term

Co-Ed 4–16 180 Day

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ES Independent School

Merseyside, Merseyside, L19 2LX

Co-Ed 11–19 34 Day

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Merchant Taylors' Schools

Partner school

Liverpool, Merseyside, L23 0QP

Fees from

£5,666 / term

Co-Ed 4–18 371 Day

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Nazene Danielle School of Performing Arts

Liverpool, Merseyside, L3 1BY

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£2,880 / term

Co-Ed 6–16 26 Day

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St Mary's College, Crosby

Liverpool, Merseyside, L23 5TW

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£4,090 / term

Co-Ed 0–18 824 Day

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Aintree Birkenhead Crosby Garston Halewood Heswall Hoylake Hyton Kirkby Liverpool Maghull Rainhill Southport Wallasey

Frequently asked questions about private schools in Merseyside

How many private schools are there in Merseyside?

There are 19 independent schools across Merseyside, including a mix of Sixth Form.

Are there boarding schools in Merseyside?

No, most independent schools in and around Merseyside are day schools.

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 Merseyside?

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

See the UK private school admissions timeline to understand when to apply at each stage.
https://schoolscout.uk/posts/uk-private-school-admissions-timeline

How do I apply to private schools in Merseyside?

Applications typically begin 1-2 years in advance and involve registration, assessments and interviews.

Families can follow 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

How many sixth form schools are there in Merseyside?

There are 9 independent sixth form schools across Merseyside, offering post-16 education.

What qualifications are needed for sixth form entry?

Most schools require strong GCSE results, typically grades 7-9 for competitive subjects.