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Private Schools in Wincanton

Wincanton has 12 private schools in and around the area, including pre-prep, prep, senior and sixth form. Families can compare school types and strong boarding provision alongside day schools.

Explore our UK private school admissions timeline to understand entry points and key dates.

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King's Bruton

Bruton, Somerset, BA10 0ED

Co-Ed 13 - 18 350 Day & Boarding

Fees from £10,552 per term

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Hazlegrove Preparatory School

Yeovil, Somerset, BA22 7JA

Co-Ed 2 - 14 377 Day & Boarding

Fees from £4,012 per term

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Port Regis Preparatory School

Shaftesbury, Dorset, SP7 9QA

Co-Ed 2 - 13 317 Day & Boarding

Fees from £4,390 per term

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Sherborne School

Sherborne, Dorset, DT9 3AP

Boys 13 - 19 573 Day & Boarding

Fees from £15,190 per term

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Sherborne Preparatory School

Sherborne, Dorset, DT9 3NY

Co-Ed 3 - 14 198 Day & Boarding

Fees from £3,000 per term

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Sherborne Girls' School

Sherborne, Dorset, DT9 3QN

Girls 11 - 19 466 Day & Boarding

Fees from £11,490 per term

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Frequently asked questions about private schools in Wincanton

How many private schools are there in Wincanton?

There are 12 independent schools in and around Wincanton, offering a mix of pre-prep, prep, senior and sixth form.

Are there boarding schools in Wincanton?

Yes, many schools in and around Wincanton 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 Wincanton?

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 Wincanton?

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