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Day Private Schools in Knaresborough

Knaresborough has 9 independent day schools offering local education across different age groups. Families can compare school types and entry points.

See the UK private school admissions timeline to understand entry points and key dates.

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Harrogate Ladies' College

Harrogate, North Yorkshire, HG1 2QG

4.0 miles from Knaresborough

Fees from

£972 / term

Co-Ed 2–18 486 Day & Boarding

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Brackenfield School

Partner school

Harrogate, North Yorkshire, HG1 2HE

4.7 miles from Knaresborough

Fees from

£4,692 / term

Co-Ed 2–11 137 Day

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Queen Ethelburga's Prep School

York, North Yorkshire, YO26 9SS

6.7 miles from Knaresborough

Fees from

£7,160 / term

Co-Ed 0–15 828 Day & Boarding

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Queen Ethelburga's College

York, North Yorkshire, YO26 9SS

6.7 miles from Knaresborough

Co-Ed 14–19 482 Day & Boarding

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Belmont Grosvenor School

Harrogate, North Yorkshire, HG3 2JG

7.6 miles from Knaresborough

Fees from

£4,920 / term

Co-Ed 1–11 142 Day

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Gateways School

Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS17 9LE

8.2 miles from Knaresborough

Fees from

£2,609 / term

Co-Ed 2–19 517 Day

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Cundall Manor School

North Yorkshire, YO61 2RW

10.4 miles from Knaresborough

Fees from

£4,996 / term

Co-Ed 2–16 264 Day & Boarding

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The Grammar School at Leeds

Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS17 8GS

10.6 miles from Knaresborough

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£4,384 / term

Co-Ed 2–19 2,051 Day

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Ashville College

Harrogate, North Yorkshire, HG2 9JP

4.8 miles from Knaresborough

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£3,925 / term

Co-Ed 2–19 781 Day & Boarding

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Frequently asked questions about private schools in Knaresborough

How many private schools are there in Knaresborough?

There are 9 independent schools in and around Knaresborough, offering a mix of pre-prep, prep, senior and sixth form.

Are there boarding schools in Knaresborough?

Yes, several schools in and around Knaresborough 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 Knaresborough?

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 Knaresborough?

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

How many day schools are there in Knaresborough?

There are 9 independent day schools in and around Knaresborough, where pupils attend during the day and return home in the evening.

What types of boarding are available?

Options include full boarding, weekly boarding and flexi boarding.