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Private Senior Schools in West Sussex

West Sussex includes some of the best British senior schools, recognised for academic standards and well-developed co-curricular programmes. Families exploring independent secondary education can use School Scout to compare leading institutions across the county, reviewing examination outcomes, university destinations and residential opportunities.

Explore all private schools in West Sussex, or compare schools across South East.

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Ardingly College

Haywards Heath, West Sussex, RH17 6SQ

Co-Ed 2 - 20 1,048 Day & Boarding

Fees from £4,370 per term

Atelier21 Future School

Crawley, West Sussex, RH11 9RZ

Co-Ed 4 - 16 130 Day
Burgess Hill Girls

Burgess Hill Girls

Burgess Hill, West Sussex, RH15 0EG

Girls 2 - 19 474 Day & Boarding

Fees from £1,196 per term

Christ's Hospital

Christ's Hospital

Horsham, West Sussex, RH13 0LJ

Co-Ed 11 - 19 846 Day & Boarding

Fees from £8,112 per term

Courtlands Independent Special School

Worthing, West Sussex, BN12 4NG

Co-Ed 11 - 16 23 Day

Fees from £66,000 per term

Educate U

Worthing, West Sussex, BN11 1BG

Co-Ed 5 - 16 39 Day

Frequently asked questions about private schools in West Sussex

How many private schools are there in West Sussex?
There are 35 independent schools across West Sussex, including a mix of Senior.
Are there boarding schools in West Sussex?
Yes, independent schools across West Sussex offer boarding options, including full, weekly and flexi boarding.

Families can compare boarding vs day schools to understand the differences.
https://schoolscout.uk/posts/boarding-vs-day-schools
What age can children start private school in West Sussex?
Most independent schools across West Sussex accept pupils from age 3 or 4, with key entry points at 7+, 11+, 13+ and 16+.

See the UK private school admissions timeline to understand when to apply at each stage.
https://schoolscout.uk/posts/uk-private-school-admissions-timeline
How do I apply to private schools in West Sussex?
Applications typically begin 1-2 years in advance and involve registration, assessments and interviews.

Families can follow the UK private school admissions timeline to understand entry points, key dates and the overall process.
https://schoolscout.uk/posts/uk-private-school-admissions-timeline
How many senior schools are there in West Sussex?
There are 19 independent senior schools across West Sussex, offering education for pupils aged 11-18.
What exams are required for senior school entry?
Many schools use the ISEB Pre-Test, interviews and school reports. Some may set their own entrance exams.

Families can refer to the UK private school admissions timeline to understand when these exams are taken.
https://schoolscout.uk/posts/uk-private-school-admissions-timeline

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