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Private Schools in Swanage

Swanage 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 a mix of day and boarding schools.

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

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Talbot Heath School

Bournemouth, Dorset, BH4 9NJ

8.8 miles from Swanage

Fees from

£3,492 / term

Girls 2–19 499 Day & Boarding

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Kings Bournemouth

Bournemouth, Dorset, BH2 6LD

9.0 miles from Swanage

Co-Ed 14–25 74 Day & Boarding

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Yarrells School & Nursery

Poole, Dorset, BH16 5EU

9.1 miles from Swanage

Fees from

£3,816 / term

Co-Ed 2–11 258 Day

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St Martin's School, Bournemouth

Bournemouth, Dorset, BH3 7NA

9.5 miles from Swanage

Co-Ed 3–11 78 Day

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Bournemouth Collegiate School

Bournemouth, Dorset, BH5 2DY

10.1 miles from Swanage

Fees from

£3,728 / term

Co-Ed 11–19 385 Day & Boarding

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Park School

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Bournemouth, Dorset, BH8 9BJ

10.2 miles from Swanage

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£3,450 / term

Co-Ed 0–11 349 Day

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Connie Rothman School

Christchurch, BH23 1DN

12.0 miles from Swanage

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£15,960 / term

Co-Ed 11–21 32 Day

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Bournemouth Collegiate Preparatory School

Poole, Dorset, BH14 9JY

7.7 miles from Swanage

Co-Ed 2–11 260 Day

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Frequently asked questions about private schools in Swanage

How many private schools are there in Swanage?

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

Are there boarding schools in Swanage?

Yes, several schools in and around Swanage 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 Swanage?

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 Swanage?

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