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Private Girls' Schools in South West England

Girls’ education across South West England includes a range of independent preparatory and senior schools. Families can compare academic performance, facilities and residential provision throughout the region before focusing on specific counties.

Explore all private schools in South West, or compare schools across England.

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Badminton School

Bristol, Bristol, BS9 3BA

Girls 3 - 19 516 Day & Boarding

Fees from £4,690 per term

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Cheltenham Ladies' College

Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, GL50 3EP

Girls 11 - 18 833 Day & Boarding

Fees from £12,660 per term

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Hanford School

Blandford Forum, Dorset, DT11 8HN

Girls 7 - 13 69 Day & Boarding

Fees from £5,370 per term

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K-HQ

Devon, EX15 2BY

Girls 11 - 18 7 Day

Fees from £9,600 per term

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Redmaids' High School GDST

Bristol, Bristol, BS9 3AW

Girls 6 - 19 794 Day

Fees from £4,807 per term

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Royal High School Bath, GDST

Somerset, BA1 5SZ

Girls 3 - 19 551 Day & Boarding

Fees from £4,650 per term

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Bristol Cornwall Devon Dorset Gloucestershire Somerset South Gloucestershire Wiltshire

Frequently asked questions about private schools in South West England

How many private schools are there in South West?

There are 153 independent schools across South West, located in counties such as Bristol, Cornwall, Devon.

Are there boarding schools in South West?

Yes, independent schools across South West 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 South West?

Most independent schools across South West accept pupils from age 3 or 4, with key entry points at 7+, 11+, 13+ and 16+.

How do I apply to private schools in South West?

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 entry points, key dates and the overall process.
https://schoolscout.uk/posts/uk-private-school-admissions-timeline

How many girls' schools are there in South West?

There are 11 independent girls' schools across South West, offering single-sex education. Counties include Bristol, Cornwall, Devon.

Are single-sex schools common in South West?

South West includes a mix of girls', boys' and co-educational schools, though co-ed schools are more common overall.