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Private Girls' Schools in Darwen

Families considering girls' schools in Darwen will find 6 independent options. Compare school types and primarily day schools, with some boarding options.

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Bolton School Girls' Division

Bolton, Lancashire, BL1 4PB

Girls 7 - 18 1,035 Day

Fees from £3,816 per term

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Al Islah Girls' High School

BLACKBURN, Lancashire, BB1 1TF

Girls 11 - 16 154 Day

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Rawdhatul Ilm Wal Huda

Blackburn, Lancashire, BB1 5JT

Girls 11 - 25 195 Day & Boarding

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Islamiyah School

Blackburn, Lancashire, BB1 5NQ

Girls 11 - 16 175 Day

Fees from £594 per term

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Olive High

Lancashire, BB11 2RY

Girls 11 - 16 251 Day

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Edenfield Girls' High School

Lancashire, BB9 0PQ

Girls 11 - 16 100 Day

Fees from £2,880 per term

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Frequently asked questions about private schools in Darwen

How many private schools are there in Darwen?

There are 27 independent schools in and around Darwen, offering a mix of pre-prep, prep, senior and sixth form.

Are there boarding schools in Darwen?

Yes, several schools in and around Darwen offer boarding, including full, weekly and flexi options.

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 Darwen?

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 Darwen?

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 girls' schools are there in Darwen?

There are 6 independent girls' schools in and around Darwen, offering single-sex education.

Are single-sex schools common in Darwen?

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