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Co-Educational Private Schools in North West England

Co-educational independent schools throughout North West England provide families with a broad selection of preparatory and senior options. School Scout supports comparisons across the region, helping parents review tuition levels, accessibility and boarding availability before selecting a county.

Explore all private schools in North West, or compare schools across England.

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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

Ashbridge Independent School

Preston, Lancashire, PR4 4AQ

Fees from

£5,320 / term

Range £5,320 - £0 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 4–11 132 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

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

Brabyns Preparatory School

Stockport, Cheshire, SK6 7DB

Fees from

£3,906 / term

Range £3,906 - £4,907 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 2–11 86 Day

Branwood Preparatory School

Manchester, Lancashire, M30 9HN

Fees from

£3,598 / term

Range £3,598 - £0 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 3–11 150 Day

Bridgewater School

Manchester, Lancashire, M28 2WQ

Fees from

£4,291 / term

Range £4,291 - £5,778 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 3–18 467 Day

Bury Grammar School

Bury, Lancashire, BL9 0HN

Fees from

£1,740 / term

Range £1,740 - £5,497 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 3–18 1,278 Day

Carleton House Preparatory School

Merseyside, L18 3EE

Fees from

£4,116 / term

Range £4,116 - £0 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 3–11 180 Day

Casterton, Sedbergh Preparatory School

Cumbria, LA6 2SG

Fees from

£3,948 / term

Range £3,948 - £11,872 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 3–13 189 Day & Boarding

Cheadle Hulme School

Cheadle, Cheshire, SK8 6EF

Fees from

£4,278 / term

Range £4,278 - £6,071 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 3–18 1,528 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
How many co-educational schools are there in North West?
There are 124 independent co-educational schools across North West, where boys and girls learn together.
What does co-educational mean?
Co-educational schools teach boys and girls together, offering a balanced and inclusive learning environment.

Learn more about co-educational vs single-sex schools in our guide.
https://schoolscout.uk/posts/single-sex-or-co-educational-schools

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