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Private Prep Schools in Nottinghamshire

Nottinghamshire offers a well-established preparatory school sector serving families across both city and rural locations. Parents exploring early education in the county can compare structured academic foundations and clear progression into senior pathways. School Scout helps families review respected prep schools in Nottinghamshire, assessing curriculum focus and day or boarding availability.

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Nottingham Girls' High School GDST

Nottingham Girls' High School GDST

Partner school

Nottinghamshire, NG1 4JB

Girls 3 - 19 663 Day

Fees from £4,537 per term

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Bestwood Village School

Nottingham, NG6 8UU

Co-Ed 7 - 16 18 Day
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Colston Bassett School

Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, NG12 3FD

Co-Ed 4 - 11 25 Day
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Highfields School

Newark, Nottinghamshire, NG24 3AL

Co-Ed 2 - 11 107 Day

Fees from £4,700 per term

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Hollygirt School

Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, NG3 4GF

Co-Ed 3 - 16 212 Day

Fees from £4,535 per term

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Nottingham High School

Nottingham High School

Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, NG7 4ED

Co-Ed 3 - 19 1,186 Day

Fees from £5,492 per term

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Beeston Bingham Carlton Carlton in Lindrick Clifton Clumber and Hardwick Cotgrave Greasley Lowdham Mansfield Newark-on-Trent North Muskham Nottingham Ompton Rainworth Southwell Sutton in Ashfield Warsop West Bridgford

Frequently asked questions about private schools in Nottinghamshire

How many private schools are there in Nottinghamshire?
There are 17 independent schools across Nottinghamshire, including a mix of Prep.
Are there boarding schools in Nottinghamshire?
Yes, independent schools across Nottinghamshire 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 Nottinghamshire?
Most independent schools across Nottinghamshire 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 Nottinghamshire?
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 prep schools are there in Nottinghamshire?
There are 15 independent prep schools across Nottinghamshire, typically for pupils aged 7-13.
What is a prep school?
Prep schools provide education for children aged 7-13, preparing them for senior school entry at 11+ or 13+.

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