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Private Boarding Schools in Royal Tunbridge Wells

Royal Tunbridge Wells has 10 independent boarding schools offering full, weekly and flexi boarding options. Families can compare school types and environments.

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

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Tonbridge School

Tonbridge School

Partner school

Tonbridge, Kent, TN9 1JP

Boys 13 - 18 803 Day & Boarding

Fees from £15,526 per term

Beechwood School

Tunbridge Wells, Kent, TN2 3QD

Co-Ed 3 - 19 350 Day & Boarding

Fees from £3,908 per term

Holmewood House School

Tunbridge Wells, Kent, TN3 0EB

Co-Ed 2 - 13 449 Day & Boarding

Fees from £5,280 per term

Mayfield School

Mayfield, East Sussex, TN20 6PH

Girls 11 - 18 402 Day & Boarding

Fees from £10,362 per term

Bethany School

Bethany School

Cranbrook, Kent, TN17 1LB

Co-Ed 11 - 18 330 Day & Boarding

Fees from £7,920 per term

Sevenoaks School

Sevenoaks, Kent, TN13 1HU

Co-Ed 11 - 18 1,244 Day & Boarding

Fees from £11,975 per term

Frequently asked questions about private schools in Royal Tunbridge Wells

How many private schools are there in Royal Tunbridge Wells?
There are 29 independent schools in and around Royal Tunbridge Wells, offering a mix of pre-prep, prep, senior and sixth form.
Are there boarding schools in Royal Tunbridge Wells?
Yes, many schools in and around Royal Tunbridge Wells 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 Royal Tunbridge Wells?
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 Royal Tunbridge Wells?
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
What types of boarding are available?
Options include full boarding, weekly boarding and flexi boarding.
What types of boarding are available?
Options include full boarding, weekly boarding and flexi boarding.

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