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Private Schools in Bury St Edmunds

There are 6 independent schools in and around Bury St Edmunds, spanning nursery, 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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South Lee School

Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk, IP33 2BT

1.4 miles from Bury St Edmunds

Fees from

£1,544 / term

Co-Ed 0–13 189 Day

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Old Buckenham Hall School (OBH)

Partner school

Ipswich, Suffolk, IP7 7PH

9.7 miles from Bury St Edmunds

Fees from

£5,740 / term

Co-Ed 2–13 199 Day & Boarding

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Finborough School

Partner school

Stowmarket, Suffolk, IP14 3EF

10.8 miles from Bury St Edmunds

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£3,803 / term

Co-Ed 2–19 680 Day & Boarding

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Barnardiston Hall Preparatory School

Haverhill, Suffolk, CB9 7TG

12.4 miles from Bury St Edmunds

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£2,924 / term

Co-Ed 1–13 232 Day & Boarding

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Culford School

Bury St. Edmunds, Suffolk, IP28 6TX

3.9 miles from Bury St Edmunds

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£5,060 / term

Co-Ed 1–19 895 Day & Boarding

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Centre Academy East Anglia

Ipswich, Suffolk, IP7 7QR

9.5 miles from Bury St Edmunds

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£13,200 / term

Co-Ed 7–19 83 Day

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Frequently asked questions about private schools in Bury St Edmunds

How many private schools are there in Bury St Edmunds?

There are 6 independent schools in and around Bury St Edmunds, offering a mix of pre-prep, prep, senior and sixth form.

Are there boarding schools in Bury St Edmunds?

Yes, several schools in and around Bury St Edmunds 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 Bury St Edmunds?

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 Bury St Edmunds?

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