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Private Schools in Ipswich

Ipswich and its surrounding areas offer access to 8 independent schools across nursery, pre-prep, prep, senior and sixth form. Families can compare school types and strong boarding provision alongside day schools.

For a clearer view of entry points, exams and key dates, explore our independent school admissions timeline.

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Ipswich School

Ipswich, Suffolk, IP1 3SG

0.9 miles from Ipswich

Fees from

£4,987 / term

Co-Ed 0–18 1,132 Day & Boarding

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St Joseph's College, Ipswich

Partner school

Ipswich, Suffolk, IP2 9DR

1.3 miles from Ipswich

Co-Ed 2–19 577 Day & Boarding

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Ipswich High School

Suffolk, IP9 1AZ

3.8 miles from Ipswich

Fees from

£2,938 / term

Co-Ed 3–19 534 Day & Boarding

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Orwell Park School

Ipswich, Suffolk, IP10 0ER

4.1 miles from Ipswich

Fees from

£5,324 / term

Co-Ed 2–14 210 Day & Boarding

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Royal Hospital School

Ipswich, Suffolk, IP9 2RX

5.6 miles from Ipswich

Fees from

£7,326 / term

Co-Ed 11–18 545 Day & Boarding

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Woodbridge School

Woodbridge, Suffolk, IP12 4JH

7.0 miles from Ipswich

Fees from

£4,878 / term

Co-Ed 4–19 739 Day & Boarding

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Felixstowe International College

Felixstowe, Suffolk, IP11 7NA

10.6 miles from Ipswich

Fees from

£7,800 / term

Co-Ed 9–19 33 Day & Boarding

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Finborough School

Partner school

Stowmarket, Suffolk, IP14 3EF

12.9 miles from Ipswich

Fees from

£3,803 / term

Co-Ed 2–19 680 Day & Boarding

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Frequently asked questions about private schools in Ipswich

How many private schools are there in Ipswich?

There are 8 independent schools in and around Ipswich, offering a mix of pre-prep, prep, senior and sixth form.

Are there boarding schools in Ipswich?

Yes, many schools in and around Ipswich 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 Ipswich?

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 Ipswich?

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