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Private Girls' Schools in Cheshire

Cheshire provides access to several well regarded independent girls’ schools at both preparatory and senior level. Families can use School Scout to compare leading institutions across the county, reviewing academic standards, facilities and progression beyond GCSE.

Explore all private schools in Cheshire, or compare schools across North West.

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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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Bowdon Preparatory School for Girls

Altrincham, Cheshire, WA14 2LT

Girls 3 - 11 279 Day

Fees from £3,974 per term

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The Queen's School

Chester, Cheshire, CH1 2NN

Girls 3 - 18 383 Day

Fees from £4,266 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

How many girls' schools are there in Cheshire?

There are 3 independent girls' schools across Cheshire, offering single-sex education.

Are single-sex schools common in Cheshire?

Cheshire includes a mix of girls', boys' and co-educational schools, though co-ed schools are more common overall.