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Private Boys' Schools in Merton

Merton has 40 independent boys' schools offering single-sex education across different age groups. Families can compare school types and a mix of day and boarding schools.

See the school admissions timeline guide for entry points and application timing.

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Dulwich Prep & Senior

Partner school

Greater London, SE21 7AA

Boys 2 - 16 812 Day & Boarding

Fees from £6,790 per term

St Philip's School

Partner school

London, Greater London, SW7 4NE

Boys 4 - 13 82 Day

Fees from £9,204 per term

Westminster Under School

Westminster Under School

Partner school

Greater London, SW1P 2NN

Boys 7 - 14 772 Day

Fees from £10,843 per term

Wimbledon Common Preparatory School

London, Greater London, SW19 4TA

Boys 4 - 7 163 Day

Fees from £7,408 per term

King's College School Wimbledon

London, Greater London, SW19 4TT

Boys 7 - 19 1,507 Day

Fees from £10,319 per term

Homefield Preparatory School

Surrey, SM1 2TE

Boys 3 - 14 280 Day

Fees from £4,463 per term

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
How many boys' schools are there in Merton?
There are 40 independent boys' schools in and around Merton, offering single-sex education.
Are there many single-sex schools in Merton?
Across Merton, families can find both single-sex and co-educational schools, with co-ed options typically more widely available.

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