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Private Schools in Peterborough

There are 10 independent schools in and around Peterborough, 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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The Peterborough School

Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, PE3 6AP

0.9 miles from Peterborough

Fees from

£4,315 / term

Co-Ed 4–20 514 Day

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Kirkstone House School

Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, PE6 9PA

9.5 miles from Peterborough

Fees from

£5,412 / term

Co-Ed 4–18 115 Day

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Stamford School

Lincolnshire, Lincolnshire, PE9 2BE

10.1 miles from Peterborough

Fees from

£8,533 / term

Co-Ed 11–19 1,120 Day & Boarding

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Stamford Junior School

Stamford, Lincolnshire, PE9 2LR

10.2 miles from Peterborough

Fees from

£5,314 / term

Co-Ed 2–11 330 Day & Boarding

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Laxton Junior School

Northamptonshire, PE8 4BX

11.1 miles from Peterborough

Fees from

£4,938 / term

Co-Ed 4–11 256 Day

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Oundle School

Northamptonshire, Northamptonshire, PE8 4GH

11.4 miles from Peterborough

Fees from

£6,526 / term

Co-Ed 10–19 1,134 Day & Boarding

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Witham Hall School

Bourne, Lincolnshire, PE10 0JJ

13.0 miles from Peterborough

Fees from

£4,936 / term

Co-Ed 4–13 217 Day & Boarding

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The Beeches Independent School

Peterborough, PE3 6AN

1.0 miles from Peterborough

Co-Ed 9–19 16 Day

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Iqra Academy

Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, PE3 8YQ

1.1 miles from Peterborough

Girls 11–19 94 Day

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Copthill Independent Day School & Nursery

Stamford, Lincolnshire, PE9 3AD

8.2 miles from Peterborough

Fees from

£4,620 / term

Co-Ed 2–11 299 Day

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Frequently asked questions about private schools in Peterborough

How many private schools are there in Peterborough?

There are 10 independent schools in and around Peterborough, offering a mix of pre-prep, prep, senior and sixth form.

Are there boarding schools in Peterborough?

Yes, several schools in and around Peterborough 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 Peterborough?

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 Peterborough?

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