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Private Boarding Schools in Gloucestershire

Gloucestershire has a strong boarding tradition, with independent schools offering residential education in well-established campus settings. Families considering boarding can compare institutions across the county, reviewing boarding models, academic expectations and long-term progression routes.

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

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Westonbirt School

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Tetbury, Gloucestershire, GL8 8QG

Co-Ed 2 - 19 794 Day & Boarding

Fees from £4,130 per term

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Beaudesert Park School

Stroud, Gloucestershire, GL6 9AF

Co-Ed 3 - 13 332 Day & Boarding

Fees from £4,960 per term

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Bredon School

Tewkesbury, Gloucestershire, GL20 6AH

Co-Ed 7 - 21 217 Day & Boarding

Fees from £5,779 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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Cheltenham Ladies' College

Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, GL50 3EP

Girls 11 - 18 833 Day & Boarding

Fees from £12,660 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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Gloucestershire Towns

Ampney St Mary Ashchurch Ashleworth Berkeley Cheltenham Chipping Campden Coleford Drybrook Dursley Gloucester Hucclecote Littledean Lydney Moreton-in-Marsh Naunton Oxenhall Prestbury Rodborough Stonehouse Tetbury Thrupp

Frequently asked questions about private schools in Gloucestershire

How many private schools are there in Gloucestershire?

There are 28 independent schools across Gloucestershire, including a mix of prep, senior and sixth form.

Are there boarding schools in Gloucestershire?

Yes, independent schools across Gloucestershire 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 Gloucestershire?

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

See the UK private school admissions timeline to understand when to apply at each stage.
https://schoolscout.uk/posts/uk-private-school-admissions-timeline

How do I apply to private schools in Gloucestershire?

Applications typically begin 1-2 years in advance and involve registration, assessments and interviews.

Families can follow 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

What types of boarding are available in Gloucestershire?

Options include full boarding, weekly boarding and flexi boarding.