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Private Schools in Great Dunmow

Great Dunmow and its surrounding areas offer access to 13 independent schools across pre-prep, prep, senior and sixth form. Families can compare school types and a mix of day and boarding schools.

For a clearer view of entry points, exams and key dates, explore our independent school admissions timeline.

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Felsted School

Felsted, Essex, CM6 3LL

Co-Ed 3 - 19 1,002 Day & Boarding

Fees from £4,710 per term

Howe Green House School

BISHOP'S STORTFORD, Hertfordshire, CM22 7UF

Co-Ed 2 - 11 142 Day

Fees from £4,950 per term

Bishop's Stortford College

Bishop's Stortford College

Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire, CM23 2PQ

Co-Ed 3 - 18 1,245 Day & Boarding

Fees from £4,812 per term

New Hall School

Chelmsford, Essex, CM3 3HS

Co-Ed 1 - 19 1,335 Day & Boarding

Fees from £4,526 per term

St Margaret's Prep School

Halstead, Essex, CO9 1SE

Co-Ed 2 - 11 156 Day

Fees from £4,610 per term

St Anne's School

Chelmsford, Essex, CM2 0AW

Co-Ed 3 - 11 128 Day

Fees from £3,960 per term

Frequently asked questions about private schools in Great Dunmow

How many private schools are there in Great Dunmow?
There are 13 independent schools in and around Great Dunmow, offering a mix of pre-prep, prep, senior and sixth form.
Are there boarding schools in Great Dunmow?
Yes, several schools in and around Great Dunmow 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 Great Dunmow?
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 Great Dunmow?
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

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