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Private Schools in Merton

Merton has 347 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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Halcyon London International School

Halcyon London International School

Premier Partner school

London, Greater London, W1H 5AU

Co-Ed 11 - 18 161 Day
Prospect House School

Prospect House School

Partner school

London, Greater London, SW15 3NT

Co-Ed 3 - 11 261 Day

Fees from £4,314 per term

Thomas's Clapham

Partner school

London, Greater London, SW11 6JZ

Co-Ed 4 - 13 653 Day

Fees from £8,984 per term

London Park School Clapham

Partner school

London, Greater London, SW4 9AH

Co-Ed 11 - 16 109 Day

Fees from £9,744 per term

Hurlingham School

Hurlingham School

Partner school

London, Greater London, SW15 2NQ

Co-Ed 2 - 11 400 Day

Fees from £8,076 per term

Thomas's Battersea

Thomas's Battersea

Partner school

London, Greater London, SW11 3JB

Co-Ed 4 - 13 546 Day

Fees from £9,697 per term

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Frequently asked questions about private schools in Merton

How many private schools are there in Merton?
There are 347 independent schools in and around Merton, offering a mix of pre-prep, prep, senior and sixth form.
Are there boarding schools in Merton?
Yes, many schools in and around Merton 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
What age can children start private school in Merton?
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 Merton?
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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