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Private Schools in Wantage

Wantage has 18 private schools in and around the area, including pre-prep, prep, senior and sixth form. Families can compare school types and strong boarding provision alongside day schools.

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

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St Hugh's, Oxfordshire

Partner school

Oxfordshire, Oxfordshire, SN7 8PT

Co-Ed 3 - 16 327 Day & Boarding

Fees from £5,806 per term

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The Unicorn School, Oxford

Abingdon, Oxfordshire, OX14 1AA

Co-Ed 6 - 19 120 Day

Fees from £10,800 per term

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Cothill House

Abingdon, Oxfordshire, OX13 6JL

Co-Ed 7 - 14 145 Boarding

Fees from £9,130 per term

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St Helen and St Katharine

Abingdon, Oxfordshire, OX14 1BE

Girls 9 - 18 711 Day

Fees from £8,900 per term

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The Manor Preparatory School

Abingdon, Oxfordshire, OX13 6LN

Co-Ed 2 - 11 387 Day

Fees from £6,492 per term

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Abingdon School

Abingdon, Oxfordshire, OX14 1DE

Co-Ed 4 - 19 1,266 Day & Boarding

Fees from £9,025 per term

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Frequently asked questions about private schools in Wantage

How many private schools are there in Wantage?

There are 18 independent schools in and around Wantage, offering a mix of pre-prep, prep, senior and sixth form.

Are there boarding schools in Wantage?

Yes, many schools in and around Wantage offer boarding, with options including full, weekly and flexi boarding.

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 Wantage?

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 Wantage?

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