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Day Private Schools in Southminster

Southminster has 6 independent day schools offering local education across different age groups. Families can compare school types and entry points.

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

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Alleyn Court Preparatory School

Southend-on-Sea, Essex, SS3 0PW

8.4 miles from Southminster

Fees from

£4,205 / term

Range £4,205 - £6,586 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 2–11 244 Day
Maldon Court Preparatory School

Maldon Court Preparatory School

Maldon, Essex, CM9 4QE

8.5 miles from Southminster

Fees from

£4,248 / term

Range £4,248 - £4,308 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 1–11 156 Day
Thorpe Hall School

Thorpe Hall School

Essex, SS1 3RD

8.6 miles from Southminster

Fees from

£3,842 / term

Range £3,842 - £6,408 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 2–16 552 Day

Saint Pierre School

Leigh-on-Sea, Essex, SS9 1LE

10.8 miles from Southminster

Fees from

£1,728 / term

Range £1,728 - £4,098 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 2–11 113 Day
St Michael's School

St Michael's School

Essex, SS9 2LP

11.6 miles from Southminster

Fees from

£4,250 / term

Range £4,250 - £6,078 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 2–11 211 Day

Beis Chinuch Lebonos Westcliff

Southend-on-Sea, Essex, SS0 7AH

10.1 miles from Southminster

Girls 3–11 110 Day

Frequently asked questions about private schools in Southminster

How many private schools are there in Southminster?
There are 6 independent schools in and around Southminster, offering a mix of pre-prep, prep, senior and sixth form.
Are there boarding schools in Southminster?
No, most independent schools in and around Southminster are day schools.

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 Southminster?
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 Southminster?
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 day schools are there in Southminster?
There are 6 independent day schools in and around Southminster, where pupils attend during the day and return home in the evening.
What types of boarding are available?
Options include full boarding, weekly boarding and flexi boarding.

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