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Private Schools in Cheshire

Cheshire offers families access to some of the best British private schools. School Scout allows parents to compare top independent schools, helping them understand costs, outcomes and the environments available.

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Abbey Gate College

Chester, Cheshire, CH3 6EN

Co-Ed 4 - 18 464 Day

Fees from £4,306 per term

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Alderley Edge School for Girls

Alderley Edge, Cheshire, SK9 7QE

Girls 2 - 18 379 Day

Fees from £3,926 per term

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Altrincham Preparatory School

Altrincham, Cheshire, WA14 2RR

Boys 2 - 11 263 Day

Fees from £3,638 per term

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Beech Hall School

Macclesfield, Cheshire, SK10 2EG

Co-Ed 4 - 19 225 Day

Fees from £4,612 per term

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Bowdon Preparatory School for Girls

Altrincham, Cheshire, WA14 2LT

Girls 3 - 11 279 Day

Fees from £3,974 per term

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Brabyns Preparatory School

Stockport, Cheshire, SK6 7DB

Co-Ed 2 - 11 86 Day

Fees from £3,906 per term

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Appleton Birchwood Bridgemere Chester Congleton Crewe Croft Ellesmere Port Frodsham Great Sankey Holmes Chapel Knutsford Lymm Macclesfield Malpas Middlewich Nantwich Northwich Poynton Runcorn Sandbach Tarporley Upton Warrington Waverton Weaverham Winsford

Frequently asked questions about private schools in Cheshire

How many private schools are there in Cheshire?

There are 35 independent schools across Cheshire, including a mix of prep, senior and sixth form.

Are there boarding schools in Cheshire?

Yes, independent schools across Cheshire 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 Cheshire?

Most independent schools across Cheshire 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 Cheshire?

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