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Private Boarding Schools in Leicestershire

Leicestershire includes independent schools offering boarding provision within both town-based and countryside environments. Families considering residential education can compare boarding models, academic expectations and long-term progression routes using School Scout.

Explore all private schools in Leicestershire, or compare schools across East Midlands.

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Brooke House College

Market Harborough, Leicestershire, LE16 7AU

Co-Ed 11 - 19 105 Day & Boarding

Fees from £8,160 per term

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Loughborough Grammar School

Loughborough, Leicestershire, LE11 2DU

Boys 10 - 19 789 Day & Boarding

Fees from £6,586 per term

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Loughborough High School

Leicestershire, LE11 2DU

Girls 11 - 19 523 Day & Boarding

Fees from £6,586 per term

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Ratcliffe College

Leicestershire, LE7 4SG

Co-Ed 3 - 18 916 Day & Boarding

Fees from £4,740 per term

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Darul Uloom Leicester

Leicester, Leicestershire, LE4 5LN

Boys 11 - 23 127 Day & Boarding

Fees from £2,640 per term

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Ashby-de-la-Zouch Barkby Coalville Gilmorton Groby Hinckley Kilby Leicester Lockington Loughborough Market Bosworth Melton Mowbray Narborough Oadby Wigston

Frequently asked questions about private schools in Leicestershire

How many private schools are there in Leicestershire?

There are 25 independent schools across Leicestershire, including a mix of prep, senior and sixth form.

Are there boarding schools in Leicestershire?

Yes, independent schools across Leicestershire 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 Leicestershire?

Most independent schools across Leicestershire 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 Leicestershire?

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

What types of boarding are available in Leicestershire?

Options include full boarding, weekly boarding and flexi boarding.