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Private Senior Schools in England

Senior independent schools educate pupils from age 11 or 13 through to GCSEs and often sixth form. Parents searching for the top senior independent schools typically focus on academic standards, subject breadth and university preparation. Schools offer strong academic pathways alongside extensive co-curricular opportunities and pastoral support.

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ACS Cobham International School

Cobham, Surrey, KT11 1BL

Fees from

£5,200 / term

Range £5,200 - £22,260 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 2–18 1,267 Day & Boarding

ACS Egham International School

Egham, Surrey, TW20 0HS

Fees from

£5,000 / term

Range £5,000 - £12,060 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 3–18 488 Day

ACS Hillingdon International School

Uxbridge, Middlesex, UB10 0BE

Fees from

£4,900 / term

Range £4,900 - £11,600 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 3–19 546 Day

AKS Lytham

Lytham St Annes, Lancashire, FY8 1DT

Fees from

£4,416 / term

Range £4,416 - £6,248 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 0–19 792 Day
Abbey College Cambridge

Abbey College Cambridge

Cambridgeshire, Cambridgeshire, CB2 8EB

Fees from

£9,660 / term

Range £9,660 - £23,999 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 12–21 428 Day & Boarding
Abbey College Manchester

Abbey College Manchester

Lancashire, M2 4WG

Fees from

£3,240 / term

Range £3,240 - £13,960 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 14–23 183 Day & Boarding
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Frequently asked questions about private schools in England

What is a senior school?
Senior schools typically educate pupils aged 11-18 or 13-18 and prepare students for GCSEs, A Levels or the International Baccalaureate.
What exams are required for senior school entry?
Many schools use entrance exams, interviews, school reports and the ISEB Pre-Test.

Families can explore the UK private school glossary to understand qualifications such as A Levels and the International Baccalaureate.
https://schoolscout.uk/posts/uk-private-school-terms
What age do pupils start senior school?
Most pupils enter senior schools at age 11 or 13.

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