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Private Schools in Birmingham

Birmingham has 59 private schools in and around the area, including nursery, pre-prep, prep, senior and sixth form. Families can compare school types and a mix of day and boarding schools.

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

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Green Heath School

Green Heath School

Birmingham, West Midlands, B10 0NR

0.7 miles from Birmingham

Co-Ed 14–19 3 Day

West House School

Birmingham, West Midlands, B15 2NX

1.9 miles from Birmingham

Fees from

£4,045 / term

Range £4,045 - £5,400 (inc. VAT)

Boys 1–11 311 Day

Birmingham Independent College

Birmingham, West Midlands, B6 5NU

1.9 miles from Birmingham

Co-Ed 14–25 19 Day

Flexible Learning School

Birmingham, West Midlands, B18 5QB

2.2 miles from Birmingham

Co-Ed 13–16 72 Day
MPW Birmingham

MPW Birmingham

Birmingham, West Midlands, B15 3AU

2.2 miles from Birmingham

Fees from

£7,208 / term

Range £7,208 - £10,814 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 14–19 138 Day

St George's School, Edgbaston

West Midlands, West Midlands, B15 1RX

2.2 miles from Birmingham

Fees from

£2,352 / term

Range £2,352 - £4,740 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 2–19 376 Day
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Frequently asked questions about private schools in Birmingham

How many private schools are there in Birmingham?
There are 59 independent schools in and around Birmingham, offering a mix of pre-prep, prep, senior and sixth form.
Are there boarding schools in Birmingham?
Yes, several schools in and around Birmingham 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 Birmingham?
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 Birmingham?
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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