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Co-Educational Private Schools in Taunton

Taunton has 8 independent co-educational schools, where boys and girls learn together. Families can compare school types and a mix of day and boarding schools.

See the school admissions timeline guide for entry points and application timing.

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

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King's College, Taunton

Taunton, Somerset, TA1 3LA

0.3 miles from Taunton

Fees from

£3,845 / term

Co-Ed 13–19 394 Day & Boarding

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Taunton School

Taunton, Somerset, TA2 6AD

1.1 miles from Taunton

Fees from

£9,320 / term

Co-Ed 8–19 687 Day & Boarding

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Taunton Prep School

Taunton, Somerset, TA2 6AE

1.1 miles from Taunton

Fees from

£4,260 / term

Co-Ed 0–13 433 Day & Boarding

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King's College Prep

Taunton, Somerset, TA2 8AA

2.1 miles from Taunton

Fees from

£3,845 / term

Co-Ed 2–13 265 Day & Boarding

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Wellington School

Wellington, Somerset, TA21 8NT

6.0 miles from Taunton

Fees from

£3,420 / term

Co-Ed 2–20 861 Day & Boarding

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Chard Prep School

Chard, Somerset, TA20 1QA

11.4 miles from Taunton

Fees from

£2,774 / term

Co-Ed 4–11 47 Day

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Frequently asked questions about private schools in Taunton

How many private schools are there in Taunton?

There are 8 independent schools in and around Taunton, offering a mix of pre-prep, prep, senior and sixth form.

Are there boarding schools in Taunton?

Yes, several schools in and around Taunton offer boarding, including full, weekly and flexi options.

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 Taunton?

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 Taunton?

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 co-educational schools are there in Taunton?

There are 8 independent co-educational schools in and around Taunton, where boys and girls learn together.

What does co-educational mean?

Co-educational schools teach boys and girls together, offering a balanced and inclusive learning environment.

Learn more about co-educational vs single-sex schools in our guide.
https://schoolscout.uk/posts/single-sex-or-co-educational-schools