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Private All Through - Discuss Schools in Shrewsbury

Shrewsbury and its surrounding areas offer access to 9 independent schools across pre-prep, prep, senior and sixth form. Families can compare school types and a mix of day and boarding schools.

For a clearer view of entry points, exams and key dates, explore our independent school admissions timeline.

Explore all private schools in Shrewsbury, or browse schools across Shropshire and West Midlands.

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St Winefride's RC Independent School

Shrewsbury, Shropshire, SY1 1TE

Co-Ed 3 - 11 98 Day

Fees from £2,340 per term

Shrewsbury High School GDST

Shrewsbury High School GDST

Shropshire, SY1 1TN

Girls 4 - 20 338 Day

Fees from £4,513 per term

Shrewsbury School

Shrewsbury, Shropshire, SY3 7BA

Co-Ed 12 - 18 826 Day & Boarding

Fees from £12,516 per term

Prestfelde School

Shrewsbury, Shropshire, SY2 6NZ

Co-Ed 3 - 13 322 Day & Boarding

Fees from £4,830 per term

Adcote School for Girls

Shrewsbury, Shropshire, SY4 2JY

Girls 4 - 18 197 Day & Boarding

Fees from £3,900 per term

Concord College

Concord College

Shrewsbury, Shropshire, SY5 7PF

Co-Ed 12 - 20 547 Day & Boarding

Fees from £7,200 per term

Frequently asked questions about private schools in Shrewsbury

How many private schools are there in Shrewsbury?
There are 9 independent schools in and around Shrewsbury, offering a mix of pre-prep, prep, senior and sixth form.
Are there boarding schools in Shrewsbury?
Yes, several schools in and around Shrewsbury 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 Shrewsbury?
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 Shrewsbury?
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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