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Prep Private Schools in Colchester

Essex offers a broad preparatory school landscape, with independent options located across commuter towns and coastal areas. Families exploring early education in the county can compare structured academic foundations and clear progression into senior pathways. School Scout helps parents review respected prep schools, assessing curriculum focus and day or boarding availability.

Browse 7 Prep independent schools in and around Colchester

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Colchester Prep & High School

Colchester, Essex, CO3 3HD

Co-Ed 2 - 16 281 Day

Fees from £4,729 per term

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St Mary's, Colchester

Colchester, Essex, CO3 3RB

Girls 2 - 17 419 Day

Fees from £2,611 per term

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Holmwood House School, Colchester

Colchester, Essex, CO3 9ST

Co-Ed 0 - 16 392 Day & Boarding

Fees from £4,388 per term

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The Ryes College

Sudbury, Suffolk, CO10 5NA

Co-Ed 11 - 18 29 Day

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Royal Hospital School

Ipswich, Suffolk, IP9 2RX

Co-Ed 11 - 18 545 Day & Boarding

Fees from £7,326 per term

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Littlegarth School

Colchester, Essex, CO6 4JR

Co-Ed 2 - 11 296 Day

Fees from £5,141 per term

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