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Girls' Private Schools in Essex
Essex provides access to well regarded independent girls’ schools at preparatory and senior level. Families can use School Scout to compare institutions across the county, reviewing academic standards, facilities and progression beyond GCSE.
Explore all private schools in Essex, or compare schools across South East.
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St Mary's, Colchester
Colchester, Essex, CO3 3RB
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£2,611 / term
Range £2,611 - £9,073 (inc. VAT)
Girls
2–17
419
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Al Madina School for Girls
Barking, Essex, IG11 8PY
Girls
11–16
98
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Beis Chinuch Lebonos Westcliff
Southend-on-Sea, Essex, SS0 7AH
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3–11
110
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Frequently asked questions about private schools in Essex
How many private schools are there in Essex?
There are 52 independent schools across Essex, including a mix of prep, senior and sixth form.
Are there boarding schools in Essex?
Yes, independent schools across Essex offer boarding options, including full, weekly and flexi boarding.
Families can compare boarding vs day schools to understand the differences.
https://schoolscout.uk/posts/boarding-vs-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 Essex?
Most independent schools across Essex 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
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 Essex?
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
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 girls' schools are there in Essex?
There are 3 independent girls' schools across Essex, offering single-sex education.
Are single-sex schools common in Essex?
Essex includes a mix of girls', boys' and co-educational schools, though co-ed schools are more common overall.