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Private Schools in Somerton

Somerton and its surrounding areas offer access to 12 independent schools across pre-prep, prep, senior and sixth form. Families can compare school types and strong boarding provision alongside day schools.

For a clearer view of entry points, exams and key dates, explore our independent school admissions timeline.

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Millfield School

Street, Somerset, BA16 0YD

4.5 miles from Somerton

Fees from

£12,770 / term

Range £12,770 - £0 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 12–19 1,283 Day & Boarding

Millfield Prep School

Glastonbury, Somerset, BA6 8LD

5.5 miles from Somerton

Fees from

£4,250 / term

Range £4,250 - £14,350 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 2–13 471 Day & Boarding
Hazlegrove Preparatory School

Hazlegrove Preparatory School

Yeovil, Somerset, BA22 7JA

5.8 miles from Somerton

Fees from

£4,012 / term

Range £4,012 - £13,288 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 2–14 377 Day & Boarding
Wells Cathedral School

Wells Cathedral School

Wells, Somerset, BA5 2ST

10.8 miles from Somerton

Fees from

£3,816 / term

Range £3,816 - £16,498 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 2–19 734 Day & Boarding

Sherborne Girls' School

Sherborne, Dorset, DT9 3QN

10.9 miles from Somerton

Fees from

£11,490 / term

Range £11,490 - £17,880 (inc. VAT)

Girls 11–19 466 Day & Boarding

Sherborne Preparatory School

Sherborne, Dorset, DT9 3NY

11.2 miles from Somerton

Fees from

£3,000 / term

Range £3,000 - £11,220 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 3–14 198 Day & Boarding

Frequently asked questions about private schools in Somerton

How many private schools are there in Somerton?
There are 12 independent schools in and around Somerton, offering a mix of pre-prep, prep, senior and sixth form.
Are there boarding schools in Somerton?
Yes, many schools in and around Somerton 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 Somerton?
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 Somerton?
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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