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Private Schools in Featherstone

There are 15 independent schools in and around Featherstone, spanning pre-prep, prep, senior and sixth form. Families can compare school types and primarily day schools, with some boarding options.

See our school admissions timeline guide to understand entry points, exams and application timing.

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Ackworth School

West Yorkshire, West Yorkshire, WF7 7LT

1.4 miles from Featherstone

Fees from

£2,380 / term

Range £2,380 - £15,748 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 2–19 428 Day & Boarding

Queen Elizabeth Grammar School, Wakefield

Wakefield, West Yorkshire, WF1 3QX

6.4 miles from Featherstone

Fees from

£5,002 / term

Range £5,002 - £6,659 (inc. VAT)

Boys 7–18 755 Day

Wakefield Girls' High School

Wakefield, West Yorkshire, WF1 2QS

6.4 miles from Featherstone

Fees from

£5,002 / term

Range £5,002 - £6,659 (inc. VAT)

Girls 7–18 675 Day

Wakefield Grammar Pre-Preparatory School

Wakefield, West Yorkshire, WF1 2DG

6.5 miles from Featherstone

Fees from

£4,610 / term

Range £4,610 - £6,751 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 3–7 184 Day
Southway Independant School

Southway Independant School

West Yorkshire, LS10 3JA

9.7 miles from Featherstone

Co-Ed 11–16 79 Day
LS-TEN

LS-TEN

West Yorkshire, West Yorkshire, LS10 1NT

11.2 miles from Featherstone

Co-Ed 11–17 44 Day

Frequently asked questions about private schools in Featherstone

How many private schools are there in Featherstone?
There are 15 independent schools in and around Featherstone, offering a mix of pre-prep, prep, senior and sixth form.
Are there boarding schools in Featherstone?
Yes, a small number of schools in and around Featherstone 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 Featherstone?
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 Featherstone?
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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