Best Private Schools in Winchester
Co-Ed, Boys, Girls

Overview

Winchester has 2 senior private schools (Winchester College and St Swithun’s School). St Swithun’s School also has a nursery and prep school. St Swithun’s School offers both day and boarding places, whereas Winchester College offers boarding places only.

Where Schools are Located

Winchester College enjoys the most central location, situated only a few minutes’ walk from Winchester Cathedral. St Swithun’s School is located a bit further away (approximately 1 mile) from the city center.

Day and Boarding Fees

All fees shown are annual and are inclusive of VAT.

From To Averaging
Day Places £29,703 £42,204 £35,954
Boarding Places £36,339 £57,042 £46,690

School Genders in Winchester

Winchester College is a boys-only school whereas St Swithun’s School is a girls-only school. There are no co-ed senior private schools in Winchester.

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Schools in Winchester

There are 2 private schools in Winchester.

1. Winchester College

Location College Street, Winchester, SO23 9NA
GCSE A*/A:
92%

2. St Swithun's School

Location Alresford Road, Winchester, SO21 1HA
GCSE A*/A:
79%