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Prep Schools in East Midlands

Preparatory schools across the East Midlands provide structured early education within both town-based and rural settings. School Scout enables families to compare prep schools throughout the region, reviewing curriculum focus and boarding availability before narrowing their search to specific counties.

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Akeley Wood Junior School

Akeley Wood Junior School

Northamptonshire, Northamptonshire, MK19 6DA

Fees from

£5,244 / term

Range £5,244 - £7,690 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 1–11 222 Day

Ayscoughfee Hall School

Spalding, Lincolnshire, PE11 2TE

Fees from

£3,594 / term

Range £3,594 - £0 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 3–11 120 Day

Beachborough School

Brackley, Northamptonshire, NN13 5LB

Fees from

£5,172 / term

Range £5,172 - £11,722 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 2–13 394 Day & Boarding

Bosworth Independent School

Northamptonshire, NN2 6JA

Fees from

£6,198 / term

Range £6,198 - £0 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 11–22 180 Day & Boarding
Brooke House College

Brooke House College

Market Harborough, Leicestershire, LE16 7AU

Fees from

£8,160 / term

Range £8,160 - £16,560 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 11–19 105 Day & Boarding

Brooke House Day School

Leicester, Leicestershire, LE9 1SE

Co-Ed 5–16 46 Day

Brooke Priory School

Oakham, Rutland, LE15 6QW

Fees from

£1,750 / term

Range £1,750 - £5,166 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 2–11 144 Day

Burton Hathow Preparatory School

Lincoln, Lincolnshire, LN1 2BB

Fees from

£4,513 / term

Range £4,513 - £5,392 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 2–11 103 Day

Castles Education

Gainsborough, Lincolnshire, DN21 2SU

Fees from

£44,460 / term

Range £44,460 - £57,600 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 7–16 114 Day

Colston Bassett School

Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, NG12 3FD

Co-Ed 4–11 25 Day

Dame Catherine Harpur's School

Derby, Derbyshire, DE73 7JW

Fees from

£2,582 / term

Range £2,582 - £4,212 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 3–11 37 Day
Derby Grammar School

Derby Grammar School

Derbyshire, DE23 4BX

Fees from

£3,547 / term

Range £3,547 - £6,430 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 4–18 161 Day
Derby High School

Derby High School

Derby, Derbyshire, DE23 3DT

Fees from

£3,288 / term

Range £3,288 - £6,361 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 3–18 696 Day

Emmanuel Christian School Leicester

Braunstone, Leicestershire, LE3 1QP

Fees from

£1,632 / term

Range £1,632 - £0 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 4–16 60 Day

Emmanuel School, Derby

Derby, Derbyshire, DE22 1FP

Fees from

£1,824 / term

Range £1,824 - £2,220 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 3–11 66 Day

Fairfield Prep School

Partner school

Leicestershire, LE11 2AE

Fees from

£4,494 / term

Range £4,494 - £5,664 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 3–11 444 Day

Grantham Preparatory International School

Grantham, Lincolnshire, NG31 7UF

Fees from

£2,448 / term

Range £2,448 - £4,386 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 3–11 108 Day
Greenwich House School

Greenwich House School

Louth, Lincolnshire, LN11 0HE

Co-Ed 3–11 94 Day

Handel House Preparatory School

Gainsborough, Lincolnshire, DN21 2JB

Fees from

£1,991 / term

Range £1,991 - £2,136 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 3–11 46 Day
Heckington House School

Heckington House School

East Heckington, Lincolnshire, PE20 3QF

Co-Ed 11–16 33 Day
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Frequently asked questions about private schools in East Midlands England

How many private schools are there in East Midlands?
There are 86 independent schools across East Midlands, located in counties such as Derbyshire, Leicestershire, Lincolnshire.
Are there boarding schools in East Midlands?
Yes, independent schools across East Midlands 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 East Midlands?
Most independent schools across East Midlands 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 East Midlands?
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 prep schools are there in East Midlands?
There are 81 independent prep schools across East Midlands, typically for pupils aged 7-13. Counties include Derbyshire, Leicestershire, Lincolnshire.
What is a prep school?
Prep schools provide education for children aged 7-13, preparing them for senior school entry at 11+ or 13+.

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