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Selective Private Schools in Bicester

Bicester has 7 selective independent schools where admission is based on academic assessment. Families can compare school types and a mix of day and boarding schools.

Explore all private schools in Bicester, or browse schools across Oxfordshire and South East.

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St Edward's School, Oxford

Partner school

Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX2 7NN

Co-Ed 13 - 18 813 Day & Boarding

Fees from £15,866 per term

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d'Overbroeck's

Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX2 7PL

Co-Ed 11 - 19 692 Day & Boarding

Fees from £8,995 per term

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Summer Fields School

Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX2 7EN

Boys 4 - 13 321 Day & Boarding

Fees from £6,320 per term

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St Clare's, Oxford

Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX2 7AL

Co-Ed 15 - 19 289 Day & Boarding

Fees from £10,380 per term

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Wychwood School

Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX2 6JR

Co-Ed 10 - 18 136 Day & Boarding

Fees from £8,562 per term

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Headington Rye Oxford

Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX3 7TD

Girls 3 - 19 1,150 Day & Boarding

Fees from £5,117 per term

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Frequently asked questions about private schools in Bicester

How many private schools are there in Bicester?

There are 27 independent schools in and around Bicester, offering a mix of pre-prep, prep, senior and sixth form.

Are there boarding schools in Bicester?

Yes, many schools in and around Bicester 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 Bicester?

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 Bicester?

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 selective private schools are there in Bicester?

There are 7 selective independent schools in and around Bicester, where admission is based on academic assessment.

What is a selective private school?

Selective schools assess pupils through entrance exams, interviews and academic reports.