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Private Schools in Harpenden
Harpenden has 43 private schools in and around the area, including nursery, pre-prep, prep, senior and sixth form. Families can compare school types and strong boarding provision alongside day schools.
Explore our UK private school admissions timeline to understand entry points and key dates.
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St Hilda's School
Harpenden, Hertfordshire, AL5 2ES
Girls
2 - 11
136
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The King's School, Harpenden
Harpenden, Hertfordshire, AL5 4DU
Co-Ed
4 - 16
176
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Claystone School
Luton, LU1 4LL
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4 - 11
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Frequently asked questions about private schools in Harpenden
How many private schools are there in Harpenden?
There are 43 independent schools in and around Harpenden, offering a mix of pre-prep, prep, senior and sixth form.
Are there boarding schools in Harpenden?
Yes, many schools in and around Harpenden offer boarding, with options including full, weekly and flexi boarding.
Families can compare options in our guide to boarding vs day schools:
https://schoolscout.uk/posts/boarding-vs-day-schools
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 Harpenden?
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
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 Harpenden?
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
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