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Day Private Schools in South East England

Day education forms a significant part of independent provision in South East England, particularly across commuter counties such as Surrey and Berkshire. Families can compare preparatory and senior day schools throughout the region before focusing on specific counties that best suit their location and academic priorities.

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ACS Cobham International School

Cobham, Surrey, KT11 1BL

Fees from

£5,200 / term

Range £5,200 - £22,260 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 2–18 1,267 Day & Boarding

ACS Egham International School

Egham, Surrey, TW20 0HS

Fees from

£5,000 / term

Range £5,000 - £12,060 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 3–18 488 Day

Aberdour School

Surrey, KT20 6AJ

Fees from

£2,460 / term

Range £2,460 - £7,422 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 2–11 330 Day

Abingdon School

Abingdon, Oxfordshire, OX14 1DE

Fees from

£9,500 / term

Range £9,500 - £19,375 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 4–19 1,266 Day & Boarding
Akeley Wood Senior School

Akeley Wood Senior School

Buckinghamshire, MK18 5AE

Fees from

£7,346 / term

Range £7,346 - £7,724 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 11–18 442 Day

Aldro

Surrey, GU8 6AS

Fees from

£8,494 / term

Range £8,494 - £15,000 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 7–13 222 Day & Boarding
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Frequently asked questions about private schools in South East England

How many private schools are there in South East?
There are 492 independent schools across South East, located in counties such as Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, East Sussex.
Are there boarding schools in South East?
Yes, independent schools across South East offer boarding options, including full, weekly and flexi boarding.

Families can compare boarding vs day schools to understand the differences.
https://schoolscout.uk/posts/boarding-vs-day-schools
What age can children start private school in South East?
Most independent schools across South East accept pupils from age 3 or 4, with key entry points at 7+, 11+, 13+ and 16+.
How do I apply to private schools in South East?
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 entry points, key dates and the overall process.
https://schoolscout.uk/posts/uk-private-school-admissions-timeline
How many day schools are there in South East?
There are 488 independent day schools across South East, where pupils attend during the day and return home in the evening.

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