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Boarding Schools in Bath

Bath has 9 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.

Explore all private schools in Bath, or browse schools across Somerset and South West.

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Bath Academy

Bath, Somerset, BA1 2HX

0.6 miles from Bath

Fees from

£3,600 / term

Range £3,600 - £17,060 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 14–19 80 Day & Boarding

Prior Park College

Somerset, BA2 5AH

1.3 miles from Bath

Fees from

£7,470 / term

Range £7,470 - £16,228 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 11–19 563 Day & Boarding
Royal High School Bath, GDST

Royal High School Bath, GDST

Somerset, BA1 5SZ

1.5 miles from Bath

Fees from

£4,650 / term

Range £4,650 - £15,073 (inc. VAT)

Girls 3–19 551 Day & Boarding

Monkton Combe School

Bath, Somerset, BA2 7HG

2.2 miles from Bath

Fees from

£4,786 / term

Range £4,786 - £21,582 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 2–19 644 Day & Boarding

Downside School

Radstock, Somerset, BA3 4RJ

10.0 miles from Bath

Fees from

£7,795 / term

Range £7,795 - £17,305 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 11–18 273 Day & Boarding
Clifton College

Clifton College

Bristol, Bristol, BS8 3EZ

12.5 miles from Bath

Fees from

£6,730 / term

Range £6,730 - £19,280 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 3–19 1,267 Day & Boarding

Frequently asked questions about private schools in Bath

How many private schools are there in Bath?
There are 25 independent schools in and around Bath, offering a mix of pre-prep, prep, senior and sixth form.
Are there boarding schools in Bath?
Yes, many schools in and around Bath 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 Bath?
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 Bath?
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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