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Private Schools in Harlow

Harlow has 29 private schools in and around the area, including pre-prep, prep, senior and sixth form. Families can compare school types and a mix of day and boarding schools.

Explore our UK private school admissions timeline to understand entry points and key dates.

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Open Box Education Centre

Open Box Education Centre

Essex, Essex, CM16 5DN

Co-Ed 14 - 17 10 Day

The Tower School

Essex, CM16 4BA

Co-Ed 11 - 18 59 Day
Coopersale Hall School

Coopersale Hall School

Epping, Essex, CM16 7PE

Co-Ed 2 - 16 266 Day

Fees from £5,334 per term

Haileybury

Hertford, Hertfordshire, SG13 7NU

Co-Ed 11 - 18 916 Day & Boarding

Fees from £9,106 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

Frequently asked questions about private schools in Harlow

How many private schools are there in Harlow?
There are 29 independent schools in and around Harlow, offering a mix of pre-prep, prep, senior and sixth form.
Are there boarding schools in Harlow?
Yes, several schools in and around Harlow 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 Harlow?
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 Harlow?
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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