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Independent Schools in Yorkshire and the Humber

Browse 95 independent schools across East Riding of Yorkshire, North Yorkshire, South Yorkshire, and West Yorkshire.

Discover Schools in Yorkshire and the Humber

Scarborough College

Scarborough College

Scarborough, North Yorkshire

Ampleforth College

Ampleforth College

York, North Yorkshire

Brackenfield School

Brackenfield School

Harrogate, North Yorkshire

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Schools can choose to promote their profiles through Featured School placements. Featured schools appear in this section in addition to their standard profile listing.

Browse schools in Yorkshire and the Humber by County

East Riding of Yorkshire 4 schools North Yorkshire 26 schools South Yorkshire 9 schools West Yorkshire 45 schools

Browse Schools by Type

Prep Schools 93 schools
Senior Schools 70 schools
Sixth Form Schools 64 schools
Day Schools 95 schools
Boarding Schools 23 schools
Pre-Prep Schools 70 schools
Girls' Schools 9 schools
Boys' Schools 5 schools
Co-educational Schools 81 schools

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Popular Yorkshire and the Humber School Comparisons

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Choosing a Private School in Yorkshire and the Humber

Yorkshire & Humber combines a long-established independent school tradition with a broad choice of schools serving both cities and rural communities. Families often compare schools across North Yorkshire, West Yorkshire, East Riding, South Yorkshire and surrounding areas, considering both local day schools and well-established boarding schools.

The region includes academically selective schools, all-through schools, specialist prep schools and historic boarding schools, giving families a wide variety of educational approaches to consider. Factors such as journey times, admissions, school ethos, fees and extracurricular opportunities all contribute to building a well-balanced shortlist.

School Scout helps families search by county, town or postcode, compare schools side by side and confidently shortlist their options before arranging visits.

Explore Private Schools in Popular Towns Across Yorkshire and the Humber

Browse independent schools in some of Yorkshire and the Humber's most popular towns. Compare schools by location, fees, age and school type, explore nearby options, and build your shortlist.

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Explore Private Schools Near Popular Towns, Villages & Local Areas

Families often search for schools close to home rather than by county alone. Explore independent schools near popular towns, villages and local communities across Yorkshire and the Humber, then compare schools, refine your search and build your shortlist with confidence.

Private Schools near Boston Spa Private Schools near Collingham Private Schools near Ilkley Private Schools near Burley in Wharfedale Private Schools near Ripley Private Schools near Boroughbridge Private Schools near Pocklington Private Schools near Market Weighton Private Schools near Hovingham Private Schools near Helmsley Private Schools near Barlby Private Schools near Tickton Private Schools near Dore Private Schools near Fulford Private Schools near Scalby Private Schools near Snaith

Browse All Private Schools in Yorkshire and the Humber

Showing 1–51 of 95 schools

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Ackworth School

West Yorkshire, West Yorkshire, WF7 7LT

Fees from

£2,380 / term

Range £2,380 - £15,748 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 2–19 428 Day & Boarding
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Ampleforth College

Ampleforth College

York, North Yorkshire, YO62 4ER

Fees from

£8,472 / term

Range £8,472 - £18,276 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 11–19 404 Day & Boarding
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Aysgarth School

Partner school

Bedale, North Yorkshire, DL8 1TF

Fees from

£4,446 / term

Range £4,446 - £14,220 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 2–14 219 Day & Boarding
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Belmont Grosvenor School

Belmont Grosvenor School

Harrogate, North Yorkshire, HG3 2JG

Fees from

£4,920 / term

Range £4,920 - £5,828 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 1–11 142 Day
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Birkdale School

Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S10 3DH

Fees from

£4,540 / term

Range £4,540 - £6,854 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 4–19 712 Day
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Bootham School

York, North Yorkshire, YO30 7BU

Fees from

£3,325 / term

Range £3,325 - £14,915 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 2–19 623 Day & Boarding
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Brackenfield School

Brackenfield School

Partner school

Harrogate, North Yorkshire, HG1 2HE

Fees from

£4,692 / term

Range £4,692 - £5,604 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 2–11 137 Day
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Bradford Christian School

Bradford, West Yorkshire, BD2 1BT

Fees from

£2,208 / term

Range £2,208 - £0 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 3–16 156 Day
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Bradford Grammar School

Bradford Grammar School

West Yorkshire, BD9 4JP

Fees from

£4,398 / term

Range £4,398 - £6,274 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 4–19 1,055 Day
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Core Training and Development

Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS12 5JB

Co-Ed 8–16 9 Day
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Cundall Manor School

Cundall Manor School

North Yorkshire, YO61 2RW

Fees from

£4,996 / term

Range £4,996 - £10,622 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 2–16 264 Day & Boarding
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Froebel House School

Hull, HU5 3JP

Co-Ed 3–11 94 Day
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Fyling Hall School

Whitby, North Yorkshire, YO22 4QD

Fees from

£3,396 / term

Range £3,396 - £10,620 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 4–19 174 Day & Boarding
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Gateways School

Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS17 9LE

Fees from

£2,609 / term

Range £2,609 - £6,910 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 2–19 517 Day
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Ghyll Royd School and Pre-School

Ilkley, West Yorkshire, LS29 7HW

Fees from

£1,757 / term

Range £1,757 - £7,277 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 2–11 121 Day
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Giggleswick School

Settle, North Yorkshire, BD24 0DE

Fees from

£2,550 / term

Range £2,550 - £14,960 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 2–18 398 Day & Boarding
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Harrogate Ladies' College

Harrogate, North Yorkshire, HG1 2QG

Fees from

£972 / term

Range £972 - £15,570 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 2–18 486 Day & Boarding
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Hill House School, Doncaster

Hill House School, Doncaster

SOUTH YORKSHIRE, South Yorkshire, DN9 3GG

Fees from

£3,892 / term

Range £3,892 - £6,278 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 2–19 890 Day
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Hipperholme Grammar School

West Yorkshire, HX3 8JE

Fees from

£4,596 / term

Range £4,596 - £5,736 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 3–16 288 Day
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Huddersfield Grammar School

Huddersfield, West Yorkshire, HD1 4QX

Fees from

£4,608 / term

Range £4,608 - £5,686 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 3–16 516 Day
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Frequently asked questions about private schools in Yorkshire and the Humber England

How many private schools are there in Yorkshire and the Humber?
School Scout includes profiles for 95 independent schools across Yorkshire and the Humber, helping families search, compare and shortlist private schools across the region.
Which parts of Yorkshire and the Humber have the most independent schools?
Independent schools are distributed across Yorkshire and the Humber, with particularly strong concentrations in West Yorkshire, North Yorkshire, South Yorkshire, East Riding of Yorkshire. The best area for your family depends on journey time, school stage and the type of school being considered.
How should I compare Yorkshire and the Humber schools?
Start with a realistic travel area, then compare schools by age range, admissions, gender, fees, size, curriculum and school culture. Use School Scout's comparison tool to review key information side by side.
https://schoolscout.uk/compare/
Are there boarding schools in Yorkshire and the Humber?
Yorkshire and the Humber includes both day and boarding schools, although the balance varies by county. Families can compare full, weekly and flexi boarding schools alongside day schools across the region.
https://schoolscout.uk/posts/boarding-vs-day-schools
Can I search for Yorkshire and the Humber schools by postcode?
Yes. Search by postcode, area or school name, then refine the results using School Scout's filters.
Can I compare Yorkshire and the Humber private school fees?
Yes. School profiles show available fee information and the School Fees hub helps families compare tuition, boarding and other published costs.
https://schoolscout.uk/compare/schools-by-fees
Where can I find Yorkshire and the Humber school open days?
Use School Scout's Open Days section to browse upcoming events and follow links to individual school profiles for further details.
https://schoolscout.uk/independent-school-open-days
What is the difference between a Yorkshire and the Humber prep and senior school?
Prep schools usually educate younger pupils before senior school entry, while senior schools typically begin at age 11 or 13 and may continue through sixth form. Age ranges vary, so families should check each school profile.
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