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Private Schools in Taunton

Taunton 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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King's College, Taunton

Taunton, Somerset, TA1 3LA

0.3 miles from Taunton

Fees from

£3,845 / term

Co-Ed 13–19 394 Day & Boarding

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Taunton School

Taunton, Somerset, TA2 6AD

1.1 miles from Taunton

Fees from

£9,320 / term

Co-Ed 8–19 687 Day & Boarding

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Taunton Prep School

Taunton, Somerset, TA2 6AE

1.1 miles from Taunton

Fees from

£4,260 / term

Co-Ed 0–13 433 Day & Boarding

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King's College Prep

Taunton, Somerset, TA2 8AA

2.1 miles from Taunton

Fees from

£3,845 / term

Co-Ed 2–13 265 Day & Boarding

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Wellington School

Wellington, Somerset, TA21 8NT

6.0 miles from Taunton

Fees from

£3,420 / term

Co-Ed 2–20 861 Day & Boarding

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Chard Prep School

Chard, Somerset, TA20 1QA

11.4 miles from Taunton

Fees from

£2,774 / term

Co-Ed 4–11 47 Day

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3 Dimensions School

Chard, Somerset, TA20 3AJ

10.2 miles from Taunton

Co-Ed 7–25 58 Day

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Queen's College, Taunton

Taunton, Somerset, TA1 4QS

0.9 miles from Taunton

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£3,472 / term

Co-Ed 3–19 649 Day & Boarding

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Frequently asked questions about private schools in Taunton

How many private schools are there in Taunton?

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

Are there boarding schools in Taunton?

Yes, several schools in and around Taunton 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 Taunton?

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 Taunton?

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