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Day Private Schools in West Sussex

Families prioritising day education in West Sussex can explore independent prep and senior schools across the county. School Scout supports comparisons between well regarded day schools, helping parents assess accessibility, tuition and academic expectations.

Explore all private schools in West Sussex, or compare schools across South East.

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Ardingly College

Haywards Heath, West Sussex, RH17 6SQ

Fees from

£4,370 / term

Range £4,370 - £17,548 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 2–20 1,048 Day & Boarding

Atelier21 Future School

Crawley, West Sussex, RH11 9RZ

Co-Ed 4–16 130 Day

Brambletye School

East Grinstead, West Sussex, RH19 3PD

Fees from

£4,876 / term

Range £4,876 - £13,246 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 2–14 309 Day & Boarding
Brighton College Prep Handcross

Brighton College Prep Handcross

Haywards Heath, West Sussex, RH17 6HF

Fees from

£5,136 / term

Range £5,136 - £13,254 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 2–14 431 Day & Boarding
Burgess Hill Girls

Burgess Hill Girls

Burgess Hill, West Sussex, RH15 0EG

Fees from

£1,196 / term

Range £1,196 - £16,350 (inc. VAT)

Girls 2–19 474 Day & Boarding
Christ's Hospital

Christ's Hospital

Horsham, West Sussex, RH13 0LJ

Fees from

£8,112 / term

Range £8,112 - £15,696 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 11–19 846 Day & Boarding

Frequently asked questions about private schools in West Sussex

How many private schools are there in West Sussex?
There are 35 independent schools across West Sussex, including a mix of prep, senior and sixth form.
Are there boarding schools in West Sussex?
Yes, independent schools across West Sussex 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 West Sussex?
Most independent schools across West Sussex accept pupils from age 3 or 4, with key entry points at 7+, 11+, 13+ and 16+.

See the UK private school admissions timeline to understand when to apply at each stage.
https://schoolscout.uk/posts/uk-private-school-admissions-timeline
How do I apply to private schools in West Sussex?
Applications typically begin 1-2 years in advance and involve registration, assessments and interviews.

Families can follow 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 West Sussex?
There are 35 independent day schools across West Sussex, where pupils attend during the day and return home in the evening.

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