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Private Schools in Essex

Browse 52 independent schools across Chelmsford, Brentwood, Colchester, Saffron Walden, and Loughton….

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Claires Court School

Claires Court School

Maidenhead, Berkshire

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Bedales School

Petersfield, Hampshire

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Bradfield College

Bradfield, Berkshire

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Browse Independent Schools Near Essex Towns

Browse independent schools in Essex's most popular towns.

Chelmsford Brentwood Colchester Saffron Walden Loughton Chigwell Epping Billericay Ingatestone Great Dunmow Braintree Maldon Southend-on-Sea Rayleigh Harlow

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Showing 1–51 of 52 schools

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Alleyn Court Preparatory School

Southend-on-Sea, Essex, SS3 0PW

Fees from

£4,205 / term

Range £4,205 - £6,586 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 2–11 244 Day
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Avon House Preparatory School

Avon House Preparatory School

Woodford Green, Essex, IG8 0PN

Fees from

£4,560 / term

Range £4,560 - £5,729 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 3–11 238 Day
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Bancroft's Preparatory School

Woodford Green, Essex, IG8 0RF

Fees from

£8,428 / term

Range £8,428 - £0 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 7–11 270 Day
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Bancroft's School

Woodford Green, Essex, IG8 0RF

Fees from

£10,048 / term

Range £10,048 - £0 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 11–18 873 Day
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Beehive Preparatory School

Partner school

Ilford, Essex, IG4 5ED

Fees from

£3,730 / term

Range £3,730 - £0 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 2–11 53 Day
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Bep Academy

Essex, RM1 3LP

Co-Ed 13–16 29 Day
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Brentwood School

Brentwood School

Brentwood, Essex, CM15 8EE

Fees from

£6,511 / term

Range £6,511 - £9,704 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 3–19 1,857 Day & Boarding
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Chigwell School

Chigwell School

Chigwell, Essex, IG7 6QF

Fees from

£6,954 / term

Range £6,954 - £9,780 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 4–18 1,111 Day & Boarding
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Colchester Prep & High School

Colchester, Essex, CO3 3HD

Fees from

£4,729 / term

Range £4,729 - £6,880 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 2–16 281 Day
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Coopersale Hall School

Coopersale Hall School

Epping, Essex, CM16 7PE

Fees from

£5,334 / term

Range £5,334 - £6,360 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 2–16 266 Day
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Daiglen School

Essex, IG9 5LG

Fees from

£5,050 / term

Range £5,050 - £5,464 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 3–11 116 Day
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Eastcourt Independent School

Ilford, Essex, IG3 8UW

Fees from

£3,428 / term

Range £3,428 - £3,440 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 3–11 132 Day
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Elm Green Preparatory School

Essex, Essex, CM3 4SU

Fees from

£3,890 / term

Range £3,890 - £4,096 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 3–11 175 Day
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Felsted School

Felsted School

Felsted, Essex, CM6 3LL

Fees from

£4,710 / term

Range £4,710 - £18,702 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 3–19 1,002 Day & Boarding
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Gidea Park Preparatory School and Nursery

Romford, Essex, RM2 5JR

Fees from

£4,838 / term

Range £4,838 - £0 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 2–11 168 Day
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Gosfield School

Essex, CO9 1PF

Fees from

£4,254 / term

Range £4,254 - £8,405 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 2–18 368 Day
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Heathcote School

Heathcote School

Chelmsford, Essex, CM3 4QB

Fees from

£3,400 / term

Range £3,400 - £0 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 2–11 105 Day
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Holmwood House School, Colchester

Holmwood House School, Colchester

Colchester, Essex, CO3 9ST

Fees from

£4,388 / term

Range £4,388 - £9,127 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 0–16 392 Day & Boarding
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Howe Green House School

BISHOP'S STORTFORD, Hertfordshire, CM22 7UF

Fees from

£4,950 / term

Range £4,950 - £6,450 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 2–11 142 Day
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Immanuel School

Romford, Essex, RM1 4HR

Fees from

£2,962 / term

Range £2,962 - £0 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 3–16 110 Day
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Browse Private Schools Near Essex Villages and Local Areas

Families often search for schools by village or local area rather than county or town. Browse schools serving the communities below across Essex.

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Frequently asked questions about private schools in Essex

How many private schools are there in Essex?
School Scout includes profiles for 52 independent schools across Essex, helping families search, compare and shortlist private schools across the county.
Which towns in Essex have the most independent schools?
Independent schools are distributed across Essex, with particularly strong concentrations in Chelmsford, Brentwood, Colchester, Saffron Walden, Loughton, Chigwell, Epping, Billericay. The best area for your family depends on journey time, school stage and the type of school being considered.
How should I compare Essex schools?
Start with a realistic travel area, then compare schools by age range, admissions, gender, fees, size, curriculum and school culture. Use School Scout's comparison tool to review key information side by side.
Are there boarding schools in Essex?
Yes. Essex is home to a number of well-established boarding and day schools, with options ranging from full boarding to flexible boarding. Families also often compare Essex schools with those in neighbouring Cambridgeshire, Hertfordshire, Kent, Suffolk.
Can I search for Essex schools by postcode?
Yes. Search by postcode, town, village or school name, then refine the results using School Scout's filters.
Can I compare Essex private school fees?
Yes. School profiles show available fee information and the School Fees hub helps families compare tuition, boarding and other published costs.
Where can I find Essex school open days?
Use School Scout's Open Days section to browse upcoming events and follow links to individual school profiles for further details.
What is the difference between a Essex prep and senior school?
Prep schools usually educate younger pupils before senior-school entry, while senior schools typically begin at age 11 or 13 and may continue through sixth form. Age ranges vary, so families should check each school profile.

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