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Pre-Prep Schools in Brentwood

Brentwood has 23 independent pre-prep schools for children aged 3-7. Families can compare school types and a mix of day and boarding schools.

Explore the UK private school admissions timeline to understand early entry points and key dates.

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Brentwood School

Brentwood School

Brentwood, Essex, CM15 8EE

0.2 miles from Brentwood

Fees from

£6,511 / term

Range £6,511 - £9,704 (inc. VAT)

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

Ursuline Preparatory School

Brentwood, Essex, CM13 3HR

2.0 miles from Brentwood

Fees from

£3,228 / term

Range £3,228 - £6,018 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 3–11 169 Day
Woodlands School - Hutton Manor

Woodlands School - Hutton Manor

Brentwood, Essex, CM13 1SD

2.5 miles from Brentwood

Fees from

£2,318 / term

Range £2,318 - £7,746 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 0–11 147 Day
Woodlands School - Great Warley

Woodlands School - Great Warley

Brentwood, Essex, CM13 3LA

3.3 miles from Brentwood

Fees from

£3,737 / term

Range £3,737 - £6,990 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 3–11 90 Day

St John's School, Billericay

Essex, CM12 0AR

4.8 miles from Brentwood

Co-Ed 2–16 280 Day

St Mary's Hare Park School

Romford, Essex, RM2 6HH

5.3 miles from Brentwood

Fees from

£4,200 / term

Range £4,200 - £4,260 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 2–11 146 Day

Frequently asked questions about private schools in Brentwood

How many private schools are there in Brentwood?
There are 30 independent schools in and around Brentwood, offering a mix of Pre-Prep.
Are there boarding schools in Brentwood?
Yes, several schools in and around Brentwood offer boarding, including full, weekly and 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 Brentwood?
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 Brentwood?
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 Brentwood?
There are 23 independent pre-prep schools in and around Brentwood, 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.

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