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Day Private Schools in Waltham Abbey

Waltham Abbey has 146 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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Freshsteps Independent school

Brimsdown, Greater London, EN3 7XH

2.1 miles from Waltham Abbey

Co-Ed 5–18 57 Day
Oaklands School, Loughton

Oaklands School, Loughton

Loughton, Essex, IG10 4RA

3.9 miles from Waltham Abbey

Fees from

£5,334 / term

Range £5,334 - £5,550 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 2–11 256 Day
Open Box Education Centre

Open Box Education Centre

Essex, Essex, CM16 5DN

4.1 miles from Waltham Abbey

Co-Ed 14–17 10 Day
Normanhurst School

Normanhurst School

London, Greater London, E4 7BA

4.3 miles from Waltham Abbey

Fees from

£5,334 / term

Range £5,334 - £5,550 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 2–16 246 Day
Coopersale Hall School

Coopersale Hall School

Epping, Essex, CM16 7PE

4.5 miles from Waltham Abbey

Fees from

£5,334 / term

Range £5,334 - £6,360 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 2–16 266 Day

Loyola Preparatory School

BUCKHURST HILL, Essex, IG9 5NH

4.7 miles from Waltham Abbey

Fees from

£3,168 / term

Range £3,168 - £5,280 (inc. VAT)

Boys 3–11 151 Day
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Frequently asked questions about private schools in Waltham Abbey

How many private schools are there in Waltham Abbey?
There are 146 independent schools in and around Waltham Abbey, offering a mix of pre-prep, prep, senior and sixth form.
Are there boarding schools in Waltham Abbey?
Yes, several schools in and around Waltham Abbey 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 Waltham Abbey?
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 Waltham Abbey?
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 Waltham Abbey?
There are 146 independent day schools in and around Waltham Abbey, 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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