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Private Schools in Guildford

There are 70 independent schools in and around Guildford, spanning nursery, pre-prep, prep, senior and sixth form. Families can compare school types and strong boarding provision alongside day schools.

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

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Charterhouse

Partner school

Godalming, Surrey, GU7 2DX

Co-Ed 12 - 19 996 Day & Boarding

Fees from £15,592 per term

Coworth Flexlands School

Partner school

Woking, Surrey, GU24 8TE

Co-Ed 2 - 11 136 Day

Fees from £6,053 per term

Wellington College Prep

Wellington College Prep

Partner school

Sandhurst, Berkshire, GU47 8PH

Co-Ed 2 - 14 387 Day & Boarding

Fees from £5,960 per term

Guildford High School

Guildford, Surrey, GU1 1SJ

Girls 4 - 19 1,021 Day

Fees from £5,401 per term

Tormead School

Guildford, Surrey, GU1 2JD

Girls 4 - 18 771 Day

Fees from £4,434 per term

RGS Guildford

Surrey, GU1 3BB

Boys 3 - 18 1,311 Day

Fees from £5,430 per term

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Frequently asked questions about private schools in Guildford

How many private schools are there in Guildford?
There are 70 independent schools in and around Guildford, offering a mix of pre-prep, prep, senior and sixth form.
Are there boarding schools in Guildford?
Yes, many schools in and around Guildford 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 Guildford?
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 Guildford?
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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