Private Schools in Gloucestershire

Gloucestershire holds a distinguished place in British educational history, serving as one of the first counties to pioneer dedicated academic provision for young women through the landmark founding of Cheltenham Ladies' College in 1853. The county's profound relationship with independent schooling stretches back centuries, anchored by institutions like The King's School in Gloucester, which traces its monastic roots to the eleventh century before being re-founded by Henry VIII in 1541. Parents will find an exceptional diversity of educational options, ranging from the highly prestigious Cheltenham College to the more boutique and intimate environment of Kitebrook Preparatory School. Gloucestershire boasts an unusually high concentration of historic boarding and day schools nestled within the rural beauty of the Cotswolds, granting pupils access to expansive estates and world-class sporting facilities. From traditional cathedral choir schools to forward-thinking co-educational establishments, the region caters to a wide spectrum of educational philosophies. You can explore school profiles, review current fee structures, and read genuine insights from other parents to help secure the ideal independent education for your child.