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Private Schools in Brierley

Brierley has 17 private schools in and around the area, including pre-prep, prep, senior and sixth form. Families can compare school types and primarily day schools, with some boarding options.

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

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Ackworth School

West Yorkshire, West Yorkshire, WF7 7LT

5.4 miles from Brierley

Fees from

£2,380 / term

Range £2,380 - £15,748 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 2–19 428 Day & Boarding

Wakefield Girls' High School

Wakefield, West Yorkshire, WF1 2QS

8.8 miles from Brierley

Fees from

£5,002 / term

Range £5,002 - £6,659 (inc. VAT)

Girls 7–18 675 Day

Queen Elizabeth Grammar School, Wakefield

Wakefield, West Yorkshire, WF1 3QX

8.8 miles from Brierley

Fees from

£5,002 / term

Range £5,002 - £6,659 (inc. VAT)

Boys 7–18 755 Day

Wakefield Grammar Pre-Preparatory School

Wakefield, West Yorkshire, WF1 2DG

8.9 miles from Brierley

Fees from

£4,610 / term

Range £4,610 - £6,751 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 3–7 184 Day

Sycamore Hall Preparatory School

Doncaster, South Yorkshire, DN4 8PT

11.0 miles from Brierley

Co-Ed 2–11 17 Day

The Branch Christian School

Dewsbury, West Yorkshire, WF13 4LA

13.1 miles from Brierley

Co-Ed 3–18 19 Day

Frequently asked questions about private schools in Brierley

How many private schools are there in Brierley?
There are 17 independent schools in and around Brierley, offering a mix of pre-prep, prep, senior and sixth form.
Are there boarding schools in Brierley?
Yes, a small number of schools in and around Brierley offer boarding, including full, weekly or 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 Brierley?
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 Brierley?
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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