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Selective Private Schools in Somerset
Selective independent schools admit pupils based on academic ability. Families searching for the top selective schools often prioritise high academic standards and strong university destinations.
Explore all private schools in Somerset, or compare schools across South West.
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Millfield School
Street, Somerset, BA16 0YD
Co-Ed
12 - 19
1,283
Day & Boarding
Fees from £12,770 per term
Wellington School
Wellington, Somerset, TA21 8NT
Co-Ed
2 - 20
861
Day & Boarding
Fees from £3,420 per term
Somerset Towns
Banwell
Bath
Bridgwater
Bruton
Burnham Without
Burnham-on-Sea
Castle Cary
Chard
Cheddar
Clutton
Crewkerne
Dulverton
Frome
Glastonbury
Hinton St George
Hutton
Ilminster
Keynsham
Kilmersdon
Langport
Lydeard St Lawrence
Martock
Merriott
Montacute
Mudford
Nempnett Thrubwell
Norton Sub Hamdon
Shepton Mallet
Somerton
South Petherton
Spaxton
St Cuthbert Out
Staplegrove
Stawell
Stoke St Mary
Street
Taunton
Templecombe
Weare
Wedmore
Weston-Super-Mare
Williton
Wincanton
Wootton Courtenay
Yeovil
Frequently asked questions about private schools in Somerset
How many private schools are there in Somerset?
There are 29 independent schools across Somerset, including a mix of prep, senior and sixth form.
Are there boarding schools in Somerset?
Yes, independent schools across Somerset 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
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 Somerset?
Most independent schools across Somerset 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
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 Somerset?
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
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 selective private schools are there in Somerset?
There are 2 selective independent schools across Somerset, where admission is based on academic assessment.
What is a selective private school?
Selective schools assess pupils through entrance exams, interviews and academic reports.