Do private schools offer sibling discounts on school fees?

If you are considering private schools for your children, the costs can add up quickly, particularly when you have more than one child enrolled.

Do private schools in London offer sibling discounts on school fees?

Many private schools in London do offer sibling discounts, designed to support families with more than one child enrolled at the same school.

These discounts typically reduce tuition fees for the second, third, or subsequent siblings, and usually range between 5% and 20%.

That said, not all schools provide this benefit, and the terms can vary widely. For example:

• Some schools only apply the discount if siblings are attending at the same time.
• Others may extend it to siblings who attended in the past or who are due to join in the future.

If you’re considering a private school for multiple children, it’s always worth asking the admissions office directly about sibling discounts. Policies can differ, and schools are generally happy to clarify what support they offer.

💡 A note on fees: The tuition fees we’ve mentioned exclude VAT (currently 20%), which is applied on top. Be sure to factor this in when budgeting.

👉 Final tip: In addition to sibling discounts, some schools also offer bursaries or scholarships, which can provide further financial support, so it’s well worth exploring all the options available.

Additional resources

• Private school cost in London: what you can expect to pay: read the article here
• The impact of VAT on the cost of private schools in 2025: read the article here
• What the private school fees cover and don’t cover: read the article here
• Bursaries and scholarships: how your child could attend a private school in London for less: read the article here