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Private Schools in Melksham

Melksham has 16 private schools in and around the area, including pre-prep, prep, senior and sixth form. Families can compare school types and strong boarding provision alongside day schools.

Explore our UK private school admissions timeline to understand entry points and key dates.

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Emmaus School

Trowbridge, Wiltshire, BA14 6NZ

3.7 miles from Melksham

Fees from

£2,080 / term

Range £2,080 - £2,584 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 4–16 59 Day

Heywood Prep School

Corsham, Wiltshire, SN13 0AP

4.8 miles from Melksham

Fees from

£4,460 / term

Range £4,460 - £5,070 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 2–11 258 Day

Lumiar School

Wiltshire, BA14 9LH

7.0 miles from Melksham

Fees from

£3,240 / term

Range £3,240 - £0 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 4–14 32 Day

St Mary's, Calne

Partner school

Calne, Wiltshire, SN11 0DF

7.3 miles from Melksham

Fees from

£14,800 / term

Range £14,800 - £0 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 2–18 350 Day & Boarding

St Margaret's Prep

Partner school

Calne, Wiltshire, SN11 0DF

7.3 miles from Melksham

Fees from

£14,800 / term

Range £14,800 - £0 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 2–18 200 Day & Boarding

Monkton Combe School

Bath, Somerset, BA2 7HG

8.3 miles from Melksham

Fees from

£4,786 / term

Range £4,786 - £21,582 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 2–19 644 Day & Boarding

Frequently asked questions about private schools in Melksham

How many private schools are there in Melksham?
There are 16 independent schools in and around Melksham, offering a mix of pre-prep, prep, senior and sixth form.
Are there boarding schools in Melksham?
Yes, many schools in and around Melksham 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 Melksham?
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 Melksham?
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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