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Private Girls' Schools in Lancashire

Lancashire provides access to well regarded independent girls’ schools at preparatory and senior level. Families can use School Scout to compare institutions across the county, reviewing academic standards, facilities and progression into Sixth Form.

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Beis Ruchel Girls School

Manchester, Lancashire, M7 4AE

Girls 2 - 11 210 Day

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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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Manchester High School for Girls

Manchester, Lancashire, M14 6HS

Girls 3 - 18 930 Day

Fees from £4,506 per term

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Rosa House School

Burnley, Lancashire, BB10 3RB

Girls 11 - 18 4 Day

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Withington Girls' School

Manchester, Lancashire, M14 6BL

Girls 7 - 19 756 Day

Fees from £4,476 per term

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Al Islah Girls' High School

BLACKBURN, Lancashire, BB1 1TF

Girls 11 - 16 154 Day

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Accrington Bamber Bridge Blackpool Burnley Burscough Caton Chorley Claughton Clitheroe Darwen Freckleton Hardhorn and Thornton Ightenhill Lancaster Leyland Lytham Saint Annes Newchurch Ormskirk Preston Rawtenstall Salterforth Warton Whittingham

Frequently asked questions about private schools in Lancashire

How many private schools are there in Lancashire?

There are 81 independent schools across Lancashire, including a mix of prep, senior and sixth form.

Are there boarding schools in Lancashire?

Yes, independent schools across Lancashire 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 Lancashire?

Most independent schools across Lancashire 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 Lancashire?

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 Lancashire?

There are 16 independent girls' schools across Lancashire, offering single-sex education.

Are single-sex schools common in Lancashire?

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