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Senior Schools in South West England

South West England is recognised for its established independent senior schools, particularly those offering residential education. Families can compare academic performance, entry standards and boarding provision across the region before narrowing their search to counties such as Devon or Somerset.

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Badminton School

Bristol, Bristol, BS9 3BA

Fees from

£4,690 / term

Range £4,690 - £16,162 (inc. VAT)

Girls 3–19 516 Day & Boarding
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Bath Academy

Bath, Somerset, BA1 2HX

Fees from

£3,600 / term

Range £3,600 - £17,060 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 14–19 80 Day & Boarding
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Blundell's School

Blundell's School

Tiverton, Devon, EX16 4DN

Fees from

£7,422 / term

Range £7,422 - £18,312 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 11–18 616 Day & Boarding
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Bournemouth Collegiate School

Bournemouth Collegiate School

Bournemouth, Dorset, BH5 2DY

Fees from

£3,728 / term

Range £3,728 - £13,475 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 11–19 385 Day & Boarding
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Bredon School

Tewkesbury, Gloucestershire, GL20 6AH

Fees from

£5,779 / term

Range £5,779 - £18,398 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 7–21 217 Day & Boarding
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Bristol Grammar School

Bristol Grammar School

Bristol, Bristol, BS8 1SR

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£6,510 / term

Range £6,510 - £6,564 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 4–18 1,370 Day
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Frequently asked questions about private schools in South West England

How many private schools are there in South West?
There are 154 independent schools across South West, located in counties such as Bristol, Cornwall, Devon.
Are there boarding schools in South West?
Yes, independent schools across South West 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 South West?
Most independent schools across South West accept pupils from age 3 or 4, with key entry points at 7+, 11+, 13+ and 16+.
How do I apply to private schools in South West?
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 entry points, key dates and the overall process.
https://schoolscout.uk/posts/uk-private-school-admissions-timeline
How many senior schools are there in South West?
There are 100 independent senior schools across South West, offering education for pupils aged 11-18.
What exams are required for senior school entry?
Many schools use the ISEB Pre-Test, interviews and school reports. Some may set their own entrance exams.

Families can refer to the UK private school admissions timeline to understand when these exams are taken.
https://schoolscout.uk/posts/uk-private-school-admissions-timeline

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