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Private Schools in Sittingbourne

There are 8 independent schools in and around Sittingbourne, spanning pre-prep, prep, senior and sixth form. Families can compare school types and primarily day schools, with some boarding options.

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

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Lorenden Preparatory School

Kent, ME13 0EN

6.5 miles from Sittingbourne

Fees from

£4,278 / term

Range £4,278 - £6,214 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 3–11 106 Day
Rochester Independent College

Rochester Independent College

Partner school

Rochester, Kent, ME1 1HY

10.8 miles from Sittingbourne

Fees from

£6,800 / term

Range £6,800 - £17,900 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 11–21 412 Day & Boarding
MEPA ACADEMY

MEPA ACADEMY

KENT, ME14 1PF

12.0 miles from Sittingbourne

Fees from

£4,200 / term

Range £4,200 - £5,400 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 11–16 22 Day

Sutton Valence School

Maidstone, Kent, ME17 3HL

12.6 miles from Sittingbourne

Fees from

£8,867 / term

Range £8,867 - £16,522 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 2–19 866 Day & Boarding

OneSchool Global UK - Maidstone Campus

Maidstone, Kent, ME17 4HT

13.9 miles from Sittingbourne

Fees from

£1,936 / term

Range £1,936 - £0 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 7–18 155 Day

Elmley Dray School

Sheerness, Kent, ME12 2DP

4.4 miles from Sittingbourne

Co-Ed 9–19 4 Day

Frequently asked questions about private schools in Sittingbourne

How many private schools are there in Sittingbourne?
There are 8 independent schools in and around Sittingbourne, offering a mix of pre-prep, prep, senior and sixth form.
Are there boarding schools in Sittingbourne?
Yes, a small number of schools in and around Sittingbourne offer boarding, including full, weekly or 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 Sittingbourne?
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 Sittingbourne?
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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