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Private Schools in Haywards Heath

There are 17 independent schools in and around Haywards Heath, spanning 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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Cottesmore School

Cottesmore School

Partner school

Crawley, West Sussex, RH11 9AU

Co-Ed 4 - 13 188 Day & Boarding

Fees from £4,748 per term

Great Walstead School

Haywards Heath, West Sussex, RH16 2QL

Co-Ed 2 - 13 299 Day

Fees from £3,996 per term

Ardingly College

Haywards Heath, West Sussex, RH17 6SQ

Co-Ed 2 - 20 1,048 Day & Boarding

Fees from £4,370 per term

Hambrook School

Burgess Hill, West Sussex, RH15 8HY

Co-Ed 5 - 18 50 Day
Burgess Hill Girls

Burgess Hill Girls

Burgess Hill, West Sussex, RH15 0EG

Girls 2 - 19 474 Day & Boarding

Fees from £1,196 per term

Hurstpierpoint College

Hurstpierpoint College

Hassocks, West Sussex, BN6 9JS

Co-Ed 4 - 19 1,317 Day & Boarding

Fees from £4,690 per term

Frequently asked questions about private schools in Haywards Heath

How many private schools are there in Haywards Heath?
There are 17 independent schools in and around Haywards Heath, offering a mix of pre-prep, prep, senior and sixth form.
Are there boarding schools in Haywards Heath?
Yes, many schools in and around Haywards Heath 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 Haywards Heath?
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 Haywards Heath?
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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