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Private Schools in Cowes

There are 12 independent schools in and around Cowes, spanning pre-prep, prep, senior and sixth form. Families can compare school types and a mix of day and boarding schools.

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

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Priory School

Priory School

Whippingham, Isle of Wight, PO32 6LP

1.8 miles from Cowes

Fees from

£3,144 / term

Range £3,144 - £5,400 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 4–18 193 Day
Ryde School with Upper Chine

Ryde School with Upper Chine

Partner school

Ryde, Isle of Wight, PO33 3BE

6.3 miles from Cowes

Fees from

£3,966 / term

Range £3,966 - £15,994 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 2–19 723 Day & Boarding

Meoncross School

Hampshire, PO14 2EF

6.8 miles from Cowes

Fees from

£4,930 / term

Range £4,930 - £6,647 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 2–16 295 Day
The Portsmouth Grammar School

The Portsmouth Grammar School

Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO1 2LN

9.4 miles from Cowes

Fees from

£5,484 / term

Range £5,484 - £8,538 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 2–19 1,142 Day

Portsmouth High School GDST

Hampshire, PO5 3EQ

9.6 miles from Cowes

Fees from

£3,899 / term

Range £3,899 - £6,965 (inc. VAT)

Girls 2–19 463 Day

Boundary Oak School

Fareham, Hampshire, PO17 5BL

9.9 miles from Cowes

Fees from

£1,663 / term

Range £1,663 - £10,990 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 2–17 484 Day & Boarding

Frequently asked questions about private schools in Cowes

How many private schools are there in Cowes?
There are 12 independent schools in and around Cowes, offering a mix of pre-prep, prep, senior and sixth form.
Are there boarding schools in Cowes?
Yes, several schools in and around Cowes 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 Cowes?
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 Cowes?
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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