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Private Schools in Winchester

There are 17 independent schools in and around Winchester, spanning nursery, pre-prep, prep, senior and sixth form. Families can compare school types and strong boarding provision alongside day schools.

See our school admissions timeline guide to understand entry points, exams and application timing.

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The Pilgrims' School

Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 9LT

0.7 miles from Winchester

Fees from

£5,155 / term

Range £5,155 - £9,792 (inc. VAT)

Boys 4–13 229 Day & Boarding
Winchester College

Winchester College

Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 9NA

0.8 miles from Winchester

Fees from

£14,800 / term

Range £14,800 - £0 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 13–19 734 Day & Boarding
St Swithun's School

St Swithun's School

Hampshire, SO21 1HA

1.3 miles from Winchester

Fees from

£5,639 / term

Range £5,639 - £10,847 (inc. VAT)

Girls 3–18 715 Day & Boarding
Prince's Mead School

Prince's Mead School

Hampshire, Hampshire, SO21 1AN

2.2 miles from Winchester

Fees from

£5,035 / term

Range £5,035 - £8,005 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 3–11 290 Day

Twyford School

Winchester, Hampshire, SO21 1NW

3.3 miles from Winchester

Fees from

£5,524 / term

Range £5,524 - £12,466 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 2–13 422 Day & Boarding

Sherborne House School

Eastleigh, Hampshire, SO53 1EU

5.8 miles from Winchester

Fees from

£3,682 / term

Range £3,682 - £4,352 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 0–11 295 Day

Frequently asked questions about private schools in Winchester

How many private schools are there in Winchester?
There are 17 independent schools in and around Winchester, offering a mix of pre-prep, prep, senior and sixth form.
Are there boarding schools in Winchester?
Yes, many schools in and around Winchester offer boarding, with options including full, weekly and flexi boarding.

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 Winchester?
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 Winchester?
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

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