This area only

Within 10 miles

Within 20 miles

Within 40 miles

Nursery

Pre-Prep

Prep

Senior

Sixth Form

Boys

Girls

Co-Ed

Day

Day & Boarding

Boarding Only

Fees (per term)

Up to £5,000

Up to £10,000

Up to £15,000

Up to £20,000

Over £20,000

Countryside

Town

Filters

Mainstream / Special

Mainstream

Special

Admissions policy

Non-selective

Selective

Religion

Any

Christian

Church of England

Hindu

Jewish

Methodist

Muslim

Roman Catholic

Sikh

This area only

Within 10 miles

Within 20 miles

Within 40 miles

Nursery

Pre-Prep

Prep

Senior

Sixth Form

Boys

Girls

Co-Ed

Day

Day & Boarding

Boarding Only

Up to £5,000

Up to £10,000

Up to £15,000

Up to £20,000

Over £20,000

Countryside

Town

results

Pre-Prep Schools in Chesham

In and around Chesham, families can explore 41 independent pre-prep schools for younger children. Compare school types and a mix of day and boarding schools.

Explore all private schools in Chesham, or browse schools across Buckinghamshire and South East.

Discover Schools in South East England

Why are these schools featured?

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

Claires Court School

Maidenhead, Berkshire

View Profile

Bradfield College

Bradfield, Berkshire

View Profile

Bedales School

Petersfield, Hampshire

View Profile

Why are these schools featured?

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

Showing 41 schools

Sort by

Recommended

Fees (Low to High)

Fees (High to Low)

Distance (Closest)

Distance (Farthest)

Name (A-Z)

Name (Z-A)

Chesham Preparatory School

Chesham, Buckinghamshire, HP5 3QF

1.4 miles from Chesham

Fees from

£4,790 / term

Co-Ed 3–11 379 Day

View Profile

The Beacon School

Partner school

Amersham, Buckinghamshire, HP6 5PF

1.7 miles from Chesham

Fees from

£2,430 / term

Co-Ed 3–13 500 Day

View Profile

Heatherton School

Amersham, Buckinghamshire, HP6 5QB

2.1 miles from Chesham

Fees from

£4,482 / term

Girls 2–11 170 Day

View Profile

Berkhamsted Prep and Pre-Prep School

Berkhamsted, Hertfordshire, HP4 2SZ

2.7 miles from Chesham

Co-Ed 1–11 555 Day

View Profile

Egerton-Rothesay School

Berkhamsted, Hertfordshire, HP4 3UJ

3.5 miles from Chesham

Fees from

£8,088 / term

Co-Ed 6–19 159 Day

View Profile

Westbrook Hay School

Hertfordshire, HP1 2RF

4.3 miles from Chesham

Fees from

£5,478 / term

Co-Ed 3–16 386 Day

View Profile

Frequently asked questions about private schools in Chesham

How many private schools are there in Chesham?

There are 48 independent schools in and around Chesham, offering a mix of Pre-Prep.

Are there boarding schools in Chesham?

Yes, many schools in and around Chesham offer boarding, with options including full, weekly and flexi boarding.

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 Chesham?

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 Chesham?

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 pre-prep schools are there in Chesham?

There are 41 independent pre-prep schools in and around Chesham, typically for children aged 3-7.

What is a pre-prep school?

Pre-prep schools provide early education for children aged 3-7, preparing them for prep or primary school.