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Private Schools in North West England

The North West is home to a large and diverse independent school sector. Families searching for the top independent schools in the North West benefit from strong academic options across major cities and surrounding towns. Independent schools across Greater Manchester, Cheshire, Lancashire, Cumbria and Merseyside include a mix of selective and non-selective day schools, as well as boarding options. Parents can compare prep, senior and boarding schools in the North West, helping them identify the right fit across urban and regional settings.

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AKS Lytham

AKS Lytham

Lytham St Annes, Lancashire, FY8 1DT

Fees from

£4,416 / term

Range £4,416 - £6,248 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 0–19 792 Day
Abbey College Manchester

Abbey College Manchester

Lancashire, M2 4WG

Fees from

£3,240 / term

Range £3,240 - £13,960 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 14–23 183 Day & Boarding
Abbey Gate College

Abbey Gate College

Chester, Cheshire, CH3 6EN

Fees from

£4,306 / term

Range £4,306 - £6,265 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 4–18 464 Day

Abbotsford Preparatory School

M41 5PR, Lancashire, M41 5PR

Fees from

£3,348 / term

Range £3,348 - £3,553 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 0–11 173 Day

Abrar Academy

Preston, Lancashire, PR1 1NA

Fees from

£828 / term

Range £828 - £0 (inc. VAT)

Boys 11–21 73 Day & Boarding
Alderley Edge School for Girls

Alderley Edge School for Girls

Alderley Edge, Cheshire, SK9 7QE

Fees from

£3,926 / term

Range £3,926 - £6,228 (inc. VAT)

Girls 2–18 379 Day

Altrincham Preparatory School

Altrincham, Cheshire, WA14 2RR

Fees from

£3,638 / term

Range £3,638 - £7,675 (inc. VAT)

Boys 2–11 263 Day

Ashbridge Independent School

Preston, Lancashire, PR4 4AQ

Fees from

£5,320 / term

Range £5,320 - £0 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 4–11 132 Day

Ashlea House School

Manchester, Greater Manchester, M34 6ET

Boys 11–18 13 Day
Austen House

Austen House

Rossendale, Lancashire, BB4 5TS

Co-Ed 11–18 1 Day
Austin Friars

Austin Friars

Carlisle, Cumbria, CA3 9PB

Fees from

£3,480 / term

Range £3,480 - £7,650 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 3–18 323 Day

Avalon School

Wirral, Merseyside, CH48 2HE

Fees from

£4,206 / term

Range £4,206 - £4,446 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 2–11 118 Day
BFC School

BFC School

Blackpool, Lancashire, FY1 6JJ

Co-Ed 14–16 20 Day

Beech Hall School

Macclesfield, Cheshire, SK10 2EG

Fees from

£4,612 / term

Range £4,612 - £6,628 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 4–19 225 Day

Beech House School

Rochdale, Lancashire, OL11 4JQ

Fees from

£2,506 / term

Range £2,506 - £3,394 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 2–16 165 Day

Beis Ruchel Girls School

Manchester, Lancashire, M7 4AE

Girls 2–11 210 Day

Belvedere Preparatory School

Liverpool, Merseyside, L8 3TF

Fees from

£3,300 / term

Range £3,300 - £3,378 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 3–11 146 Day

Birkenhead School

Prenton, Merseyside, CH43 2JD

Fees from

£5,572 / term

Range £5,572 - £6,110 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 0–19 955 Day
Bolton School Boys' Division

Bolton School Boys' Division

Bolton, Lancashire, BL1 4PA

Fees from

£3,816 / term

Range £3,816 - £4,772 (inc. VAT)

Boys 7–18 1,124 Day
Bolton School Girls' Division

Bolton School Girls' Division

Bolton, Lancashire, BL1 4PB

Fees from

£3,816 / term

Range £3,816 - £4,772 (inc. VAT)

Girls 7–18 1,035 Day
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Frequently asked questions about private schools in North West England

How many private schools are there in North West?
There are 169 independent schools across North West, located in counties such as Cheshire, Cumbria, Greater Manchester.
Are there boarding schools in North West?
Yes, independent schools across North West 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 North West?
Most independent schools across North West 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 North West?
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

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