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Best Boarding Schools in South West

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  • Bredon School

    Bredon School is a co-educational boarding school located in Tewkesbury, South West. With a history dating back to 1962, the school offers a supportive environment for students aged 7-21. With a smaller school size of 300, Bredon School provides individual attention and a range of scholarships and discounts. The school boasts a dedicated staff led by Mr Nick Oldham as the Headteacher. Bredon School focuses on academic excellence and offers a range of SEN support. The recent exam results reflect the school's commitment to high standards, ensuring students achieve their best.
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  • Sandroyd School

    Sandroyd School is a prestigious co-educational boarding school located in Berwick St. John. With a rich history since its establishment in 1921, the school offers an exceptional middle deemed primary education for students aged 2-13 years. Boasting a picturesque campus and a nurturing environment, Sandroyd School provides a range of scholarships and discounts, prioritizing the well-being and academic success of its students. With a dedicated team of teachers and a focus on supporting students with special educational needs, Sandroyd School is committed to providing an inclusive and high-quality education for all.
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  • #4 in Best Boarding Schools in South West

    Fosse Way School

    Fosse Way School is an all-through co-educational boarding school located in Radstock. With a student teacher ratio of 5:1, the school provides a supportive and inclusive environment for learners aged 3-19. Offering nursery classes and a sixth form, Fosse Way School focuses on personal development, good behavior and attitudes, and has been rated 'Good' by Ofsted. The school's emphasis on leadership and management, along with its strong teaching staff, ensures a quality education for students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and moderate learning difficulties (MLD).
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  • Salisbury Cathedral School

    Salisbury Cathedral School is a prestigious co-educational boarding school located in Salisbury, South West. With a history dating back to 1945, the school offers a Middle Deemed Primary education for children aged 3-13. With a small class size and a total of 219 students, the school provides a nurturing environment for academic excellence. In addition to a strong academic curriculum, Salisbury Cathedral School offers various scholarships and discounts, including academic, music, and sport scholarships, as well as H M Forces and sibling discounts. The school also provides support for students with special educational needs, with 11.9% of students receiving SEN support.
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  • Chafyn Grove School

    Chafyn Grove School is a co-educational boarding school located in Salisbury, South West England. With a rich history dating back to 1942, the school offers a middle deemed primary education for students aged 3-14 years. It prides itself on providing a diverse range of scholarships including academic, all-rounder, art, music, and sport scholarships. With a supportive community, the school also offers SEN support for 18.9% of its students.
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  • Orchard Manor School

    Orchard Manor School is a co-educational boarding school located in Dawlish, South West. Founded in 2021, the school offers a comprehensive education for students aged 3 to 19 years. With a dedicated and experienced headteacher, Mrs Nicola Jones, Orchard Manor School provides a nurturing environment for students to thrive academically and socially. With a school size of 190 and a student population of 189, including 64% eligible for free school meals, Orchard Manor School prioritizes inclusivity and support for all students. Prepare your child for a successful future at Orchard Manor School.
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  • Sherborne Preparatory School

    Sherborne Preparatory School is a dynamic independent school in Sherborne, South West. With a focus on critical thinking and a nurturing environment, our school prepares children aged 3-14 to become resourceful and accountable citizens. We value kindness, perseverance, awareness, generosity, honesty, and independence.
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  • Milton Abbey School

    Milton Abbey School is a coeducational secondary boarding school founded in 1957. With a strong emphasis on academic and vocational credentials, our students are motivated and prepared for adulthood. We prioritize the development of ambition, self-awareness, and well-roundedness, while also instilling values of teamwork and helping others. With a focus on individual talents and overcoming obstacles, our school prepares students to succeed in a shifting environment. With scholarships, bursaries, and support for students with SEN, Milton Abbey School ensures a comprehensive education for all.
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  • Perrott Hill

    Perrott Hill is a co-ed independent day and boarding prep school in South West England, offering a rich and diverse educational experience for children aged 3-13. With a strong focus on academic excellence and a supportive SEN program, the school provides a nurturing environment where students can thrive and develop a deep respect for themselves and their surroundings.
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  • #2 in Best Boarding Schools in South West

    Pencalenick School

    Pencalenick School is a co-educational boarding school located in St Clement, South West. With a strong focus on providing quality education and care, the school boasts a low student-teacher ratio of 7:1 and specializes in catering to students with various learning difficulties. The dedicated staff, under the leadership of Mr Gary Oak, ensure that pupils are well-cared for and provided with a safe learning environment. With good overall effectiveness and high expectations from trustees, Pencalenick School is committed to helping students develop academically and emotionally.
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  • St Mary's School (Snr) and St Margaret's School (Prep)

    St Mary's School (Snr) and St Margaret's School (Prep) is an all-through Church of England boarding school located in Calne, South West. With a history dating back to 1919, the school offers a co-educational learning environment for students aged 2-18 years. Led by Dr Felicia Kirk, the school provides a supportive learning experience with a strong emphasis on academic achievement. With a student population of 531, the school fosters a diverse community where boys and girls thrive together. Additionally, the school offers nursery classes and a sixth form, ensuring continuity in education. With a focus on individual needs, the school supports 11% of its students with SEN, providing tailored assistance. St Mary's School (Snr) and St Margaret's School (Prep) is committed to academic excellence as evidenced by their impressive exam results, including an EBacc average point score of 2.39 at KS4 and 49.10% of A-level students achieving AAB or higher. With a warm and inclusive atmosphere, this renowned institution prepares students for success in their educational journey.
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  • St John's School

    St John's School is a comprehensive co-educational school located in Sidmouth, South West. With a rich history dating back to 1914, the school offers a nurturing and inclusive environment for students aged 2-19. We are proud of our extensive curriculum that focuses on bringing out the best in every pupil. With a strong emphasis on traditional principles and a commitment to academic excellence, we strive to provide a well-rounded education that prepares our students for future success. As evidenced by our exam results, we have a dedicated team of teachers who support our students in achieving their potential. Additionally, we offer various scholarships and discounts to ensure accessibility for all families. At St John's School, we are excited to embark on a thriving and fascinating future alongside our students and their parents.
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  • Appleford School

    Appleford School is a co-educational boarding school located in Shrewton, South West. With a reputation for its supportive and inclusive environment, Appleford provides specialized education for students aged 7-18 with specific learning difficulties and disabilities. The school offers scholarships and bursaries for new entrants, making it accessible for all families. With a student population of 150, including 43.1% receiving SEN support, Appleford ensures that every student receives tailored education and support to reach their full potential.
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  • Clayesmore Preparatory School

    Clayesmore Preparatory School is a co-ed boarding school in Iwerne Minster, South West. With a focus on holistic education, they offer academic, music, and sports scholarships, as well as discounts and bursaries. The school values each child's unique talents and strives to create a loving and nurturing environment for their development.
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  • Exeter Mathematics School

    Exeter Mathematics School is an outstanding co-ed boarding school in Exeter, South West. Founded in 2014, it offers exceptional education for students aged 16-19 in the field of mathematics. With a student-to-teacher ratio of 10:1, personalized attention is given to each student. The school has a strong focus on academic excellence, as reflected in the outstanding exam results and achievements of its students. With exceptional leadership and management, Exeter Mathematics School provides a nurturing and supportive environment for students to excel and thrive.
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  • Dean Close St John's

    Dean Close St John's is a co-ed boarding school in Tutshill, South West. With a focus on autonomy and exploration, our students have the opportunity to cultivate creativity, follow their passions, and become self-assured learners. Based on Christian principles, we encourage kindness and leadership qualities in our students.
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  • Bath Academy

    Bath Academy is a prestigious private tutoring institution that offers personalized academic programs for students aged 14-19. With a focus on individualized learning, our experienced teachers provide constructive criticism and support, helping students achieve their academic goals. Our excellent exam results, including a high percentage of students achieving AAB or higher at A-level, demonstrate our commitment to academic excellence. We also offer scholarships and financial assistance options to make our world-class education accessible to all.
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  • Kings Bournemouth

    Kings Bournemouth is a co-educational secondary boarding school located in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole. With a strong focus on providing a high-quality education, the school has been rated 'Good' by Ofsted in all areas. Offering a supportive and inclusive learning environment, Kings Bournemouth ensures students' personal development and positive behavior are prioritized. The school also boasts a successful sixth form provision and meets the independent school standards.
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  • #1 in Best Boarding Schools in South West

    Marland School

    Marland School is an all-through boarding school located in Peters Marland, South West. With a student-teacher ratio of 5:1, the school provides individualized attention to ensure the academic and personal progress of each student. The school focuses on understanding and responding to students' emotional and social needs, supporting them towards their employment choices. With clear leadership and good improvements since the last inspection, Marland School provides a safe and nurturing environment for students to thrive.
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  • Hanford School

    Hanford School is a prestigious all-girls boarding school located in Child Okeford, South West. With a history dating back to 1948, it offers a Middle Deemed Primary education for girls aged 7-13 years. Led by Mr Rory W R Johnston, the school prides itself on providing a nurturing and supportive environment for its 101 students. Hanford School offers various scholarships, discounts for HM Forces personnel and siblings, as well as bursaries and hardship awards. With a focus on inclusive education, the school supports 11.5% of its students with special educational needs. Join us at Hanford School for an enriching and empowering educational experience.
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Frequently Asked Questions

South West has 104 boarding schools that serve 38,408 students for the school year 2023/24.
There are 19 primary & 68 secondary boarding schools in South West.

There are 69 private schools that offer boarding in South West.
Average fee is £3,793.58.

Yes, there are 8 girls boarding schools.
Talbot Heath School is one of the best boarding schools for girls.

Yes, there are 5 boys boarding schools.
Notton House Academy is one of the best boarding schools for boys.

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