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Private Schools in Cheltenham

There are 21 independent schools in and around Cheltenham, spanning pre-prep, prep, senior and sixth form. Families can compare school types and a mix of day and boarding schools.

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

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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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Cheltenham College

Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, GL53 7LD

Co-Ed 2 - 19 1,178 Day & Boarding

Fees from £4,376 per term

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Dean Close Airthrie

CHELTENHAM, Gloucestershire, GL50 2NY

Co-Ed 3 - 11 56 Day

Fees from £3,090 per term

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Dean Close Preparatory

Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, GL51 6QS

Co-Ed 2 - 14 446 Day & Boarding

Fees from £5,515 per term

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Dean Close School

Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, GL51 6HE

Co-Ed 12 - 19 499 Day & Boarding

Fees from £11,332 per term

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St Edward's, Cheltenham

Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, GL53 8EY

Co-Ed 11 - 18 257 Day

Fees from £7,064 per term

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Frequently asked questions about private schools in Cheltenham

How many private schools are there in Cheltenham?

There are 21 independent schools in and around Cheltenham, offering a mix of pre-prep, prep, senior and sixth form.

Are there boarding schools in Cheltenham?

Yes, several schools in and around Cheltenham offer boarding, including full, weekly and 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 Cheltenham?

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 Cheltenham?

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