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Private Schools in Sittingbourne

There are 8 independent schools in and around Sittingbourne, spanning pre-prep, prep, senior and sixth form. Families can compare school types and primarily day schools, with some boarding options.

See our school admissions timeline guide to understand entry points, exams and application timing.

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Rochester Independent College

Partner school

Rochester, Kent, ME1 1HY

Co-Ed 11 - 21 412 Day & Boarding

Fees from £6,800 per term

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Elmley Dray School

Sheerness, Kent, ME12 2DP

Co-Ed 9 - 19 4 Day

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Lorenden Preparatory School

Kent, ME13 0EN

Co-Ed 3 - 11 106 Day

Fees from £4,278 per term

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Ripplevale School and College Rochester

Rochester, Kent, ME1 1BG

Co-Ed 6 - 25 146 Day

Fees from £4,972 per term

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MEPA ACADEMY

KENT, ME14 1PF

Co-Ed 11 - 16 22 Day

Fees from £4,200 per term

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Sutton Valence School

Maidstone, Kent, ME17 3HL

Co-Ed 2 - 19 866 Day & Boarding

Fees from £8,867 per term

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Frequently asked questions about private schools in Sittingbourne

How many private schools are there in Sittingbourne?

There are 8 independent schools in and around Sittingbourne, offering a mix of pre-prep, prep, senior and sixth form.

Are there boarding schools in Sittingbourne?

Yes, a small number of schools in and around Sittingbourne offer boarding, including full, weekly or 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 Sittingbourne?

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 Sittingbourne?

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