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Private Pre-Prep Schools in Hampshire

Pre-prep schools provide the first stage of independent education, typically for children aged 3 or 4 up to 7 or 8. Parents searching for the best pre-prep independent schools are often looking for small classes, strong pastoral care and an environment that builds confidence alongside early literacy and numeracy. Teaching blends structured learning with play, creativity and outdoor exploration. Many leading pre-prep schools offer specialist music, sport and language teaching from an early age, helping children develop social skills and independence.

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Bedales School

Bedales School

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Petersfield, Hampshire, GU32 2DG

Co-Ed 3 - 19 730 Day & Boarding

Fees from £4,420 per term

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Cheam School

Cheam School

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Thatcham, Hampshire, RG19 8LD

Co-Ed 2 - 13 322 Day & Boarding

Fees from £5,380 per term

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Durlston Prep & Senior School

Durlston Prep & Senior School

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New Milton, Hampshire, BH25 7AQ

Co-Ed 2 - 16 254 Day

Fees from £3,104 per term

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Highfield and Brookham School

Highfield and Brookham School

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Hampshire, GU30 7LQ

Co-Ed 2 - 13 448 Day & Boarding

Fees from £6,810 per term

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Horris Hill School

Horris Hill School

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Newbury, Berkshire, RG20 9DJ

Co-Ed 2 - 13 109 Day & Boarding

Fees from £4,244 per term

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Sherfield School

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Hampshire, Hampshire, RG27 0HU

Co-Ed 0 - 19 547 Day & Boarding

Fees from £4,860 per term

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Aldershot Alton Andover Basingstoke Bishops Sutton Bishops Waltham Blackwater and Hawley Charlton Denny Lodge Dummer Eastleigh Farnborough Fleet Fordingbridge Gosport Havant Hedge End Hook Horndean Hythe Lindford Liphook Liss Locks Heath Longstock Lymington Lyndhurst New Milton North Baddesley Odiham Pamber Petersfield Portsmouth Ringwood Romsey South Hayling South Tidworth Southampton Southwick Stroud Totton Whitchurch Wickham Winchester Yateley

Frequently asked questions about private schools in Hampshire

How many private schools are there in Hampshire?
There are 52 independent schools across Hampshire, including a mix of Pre-Prep.
Are there boarding schools in Hampshire?
Yes, independent schools across Hampshire 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 Hampshire?
Most independent schools across Hampshire 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 Hampshire?
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

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