Bishop's Stortford College
A leading, academically selective, co-educational, all through, day and boarding school for ages 3 to 18.
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Our take
Independent co-ed all-through school in Hertfordshire for ages 3–18, day or boarding. Selective entry.
- Families wanting one school across the whole journey (ages 3–18) rather than separate prep + senior.
- Families who prefer a co-educational setting over single-sex.
- Families weighing day vs boarding — both are offered.
- Children who can demonstrate strong academics at entry assessment — this is a selective school.
- Selective entry — assume some form of assessment at the relevant entry point. Plan tutoring or familiarisation early if needed.
- SEND provision isn't documented in our profile. If your child has an EHCP or specific learning needs, ask admissions about case-by-case capacity before applying.
About the head
We promote academic excellence, equipping pupils with the skills and character necessary for future success, whilst emphasising value-added education, scholarship, strong character-forming values, and community.
Distinctive features
All-through 3-18 on one site
Integrated day and boarding community
Strong scholarship and bursary program
Wide-ranging co-curricular and sports opportunities
Excellent pastoral care with a strong house system
Outstanding facilities including sports, music, drama, and innovation hubs
Forest School in Pre-Prep
Extensive international boarding community
Activities & co-curricular
sport
music
drama
academic club
service
other
Facilities
sports
arts
boarding
academic
Latest exam results
Celebrated strongest A Level results in eight years as of 2025, with students achieving high grades and securing places at top universities worldwide.
Where leavers go
| 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cohort | 138 | — | 111 | — |
| Oxbridge | 3 | 3 | — | 3 |
| Russell Group | 117 | — | 94 | — |
| US Ivy | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Medicine | 3 | — | — | 7 |
Recent coverage
In August 2025, Bishop's Stortford College achieved its strongest A-level results in eight years, with 21% of all grades awarded at A*, 54% at A*-A, and a 100% pass rate across all grades. In June 2024, the Independent Schools Inspectorate (ISI) conducted an inspection and found that the college met all required standards, highlighting the Pre-Prep provision as a significant strength. In August 2024, the college reported that 92% of GCSE students achieved at least one grade 9 or 8, with 29% of all grades at the highest grade 9. In August 2025, GCSE results improved further, with 77% of grades at 9-7, and seven pupils achieving ten grade 9s. In August 2024, the college celebrated outstanding A-level results, with 94% of students achieving A*-C grades and 18% of all grades awarded A*.
Notable alumni
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| Year | Opens | Closes | Reply by | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-27 | TBC | 28 Nov 2025 | 4 Mar 2026 | Tbc |
| 2027-28 | TBC | 27 Nov 2026 | 3 Mar 2027 | Tbc |
Open events
Talks & tasters
| Wed, 7 Oct 2026 | Sixth Form Open Evening (16+ Entry) | Open Evening |
Fees
Bursaries & Scholarships
House system
Pupils are organised into houses for pastoral and competitive life.
Wellbeing
Pastoral care is delivered through a House system where students have a House Buddy and are supported by House staff, tutors, and peer mentors. The system promotes a strong sense of belonging, inclusion, and tailored one-on-one support in a caring community.
Inspection
Isi — 23 Apr 2024
One inspection report on file. Worth reading before booking a visit — covers safeguarding, leadership and overall standard.
Term dates 2025-26
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Ranked by semantic similarity across curriculum, ethos, intake and admissions style. Most parents shortlist 4–6 schools before applying.
Questions parents ask
Common questions about Bishop's Stortford College, answered from this school’s structured profile data. Always confirm specifics with admissions before applying.
What kind of child is Bishop's Stortford College best for?+
Independent co-ed all-through school in Hertfordshire for ages 3–18, day or boarding. Selective entry.
How does admissions work?+
Admissions are selective — expect an entrance assessment at the relevant entry point. Plan tutoring or familiarisation early. See the admissions timeline above for confirmed dates.
Are fees published?+
Yes — see the Fees table further down the page. Add extras (uniform, trips, lunches, music tuition, registration fees) on top of the base figure before budgeting.
Does the school support SEND?+
Some SEND provision is documented in our profile, but specific conditions supported aren't itemised. Contact admissions for details before applying.
Are there open days?+
1 upcoming open day or tour — see the admissions timeline. Booking is usually required.
How do I contact admissions?+
email at admissions.enquiry@bishopsstortfordcollege.org or phone on 01279 838575. Reference your child's age and intended entry year in the first message.
What similar schools should I compare?+
We've ranked 6 schools by semantic similarity to Bishop's Stortford College — see the "Schools like Bishop's Stortford College" grid below. Most parents shortlist 4–6 schools before applying.
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