Best Schools 2024
Best Boarding Schools in England
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Wells Park School
Wells Park School is a co-ed boarding school located in Chigwell, East of England. Led by Principal Mr Matthew Surman, the school was founded in 2022, offering a nurturing and inclusive learning environment for children aged 5-11. With a focus on addressing social, emotional, and mental health needs, we provide a unique educational experience for our students.1 schools in compare list -
Royal School, Manchester
Royal School, Manchester is a co-ed boarding school located in Cheadle Hulme, Stockport. With Mrs Emma Houldcroft as the headteacher, the school offers an all-through education for students aged 4-19. The school prides itself on its small class sizes, with a total of 60 students, providing personalized attention to each child. With a diverse student population and a low percentage of students with English as their second language, Royal School ensures an inclusive and supportive environment. The school has a strong focus on special educational needs, with 6.3% of students receiving SEN support. Additionally, the school boasts excellent exam results, with a high percentage of students achieving GCSE grade 4 or higher. Royal School, Manchester is the ideal choice for parents seeking a nurturing and academically successful education for their children.
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Bishopstrow College
Bishopstrow College is a co-educational boarding school situated in Bishopstrow, South West. With a strong emphasis on academic excellence, the school offers a comprehensive curriculum for students aged 7-18. Led by Mr Mario Di Clemente, the school has made significant progress since its foundation in 2008, focusing on improving teaching and learning standards. With a good Ofsted rating, committed staff, and a supportive boarding provision, Bishopstrow College provides a nurturing environment for students to thrive and develop.1 schools in compare list -
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Priors Court School
Priors Court School is an outstanding all-through co-ed boarding school that provides exceptional support to pupils with Autism Spectrum Disorder. With a meticulously planned curriculum and extensive vocational opportunities, the school prepares students for adulthood. Pupils feel safe and supported, and the school's outstanding leadership ensures excellent education and personal development. Safeguarding arrangements are effective, making it an ideal choice for parents seeking a nurturing environment for their child with ASD.
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Bure Park Specialist Academy
Bure Park Specialist Academy is a boarding school located in Great Yarmouth, East of England. With a small student body of 32 boys aged 5 to 16, we provide a nurturing and supportive environment for children with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health needs. Our dedicated staff and focus on individualized education ensure every child receives the attention and support they deserve.1 schools in compare list -
Notton House Academy
Notton House Academy is a boys boarding school in Lacock, South West. With a student-teacher ratio of 4:1, we provide excellent instruction and differentiated curriculum to meet the needs of our students. Our holistic approach values the whole child, focusing on their social, emotional, and academic development. With a strong emphasis on support and care, we strive to help students with social, emotional, and mental health challenges succeed and reach their full potential. Our academy is part of a specialised Multi Academy Trust, ensuring sustainable provision for children in the South West.1 schools in compare list -
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Marchant Holliday School
Marchant Holliday School is a boarding school for boys aged 5-12. With a strong focus on providing a quality education, the school has been delivering excellent results for over 60 years. The school has a good OFSTED rating and offers support for students with ASD, SEMH, and MLD. Parents can trust that their child will receive a well-rounded education in a nurturing environment.
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St Vincent's School - A Specialist School for Sensory Impairment and Other Needs
St Vincent's School - A Specialist School for Sensory Impairment and Other Needs is an outstanding all-through co-educational boarding school located in Liverpool. With a clear vision for pupils' success in adulthood, this school provides exceptional education and support for students with visual impairment, speech and communication difficulties, autistic spectrum disorder, and multi-sensory impairment. The school maintains outstanding quality of education, ensuring pupils make outstanding progress and achieve excellent exam results. With effective safeguarding procedures and a harmonious learning environment, St Vincent's School is a top choice for parents seeking a nurturing and inclusive educational experience for their children.1 schools in compare list -
Exeter Royal Academy for Deaf Education
Exeter Royal Academy for Deaf Education is a co-educational boarding school that provides comprehensive education and support for deaf students aged 5 to 19. Led by Mr Sylvan Dewing, the passionate and dedicated staff work tirelessly to improve teaching standards and tailor the curriculum to meet the individual needs of each student. With strong partnerships with outside agencies and a focus on personal development and welfare, the school fosters positive attitudes and good behavior among its students. Although the school requires improvement in certain areas, parents are delighted with the school's inspirational leadership and the progress their children have made.
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Bladon House School
Bladon House School is an all-through co-ed boarding school located in Newton Solney, East Midlands. Founded in 1971, the school provides a nurturing environment for students aged 5-19 with speech, language and communication difficulties, autistic spectrum disorder, and moderate to severe learning difficulties. With a Good rating from Ofsted, the school offers effective leadership, quality teaching, and excellent personal development opportunities. The school also focuses on individualized support to help students manage anxiety and behavior. Rigorous safety measures and regular enrichment activities ensure a well-rounded education. While occasional shortcomings in lesson planning and recent curriculum changes for severe learning needs pupils are noted, Bladon House School provides a supportive and inclusive educational experience.1 schools in compare list -
Sunfield Children's Home Ltd
Sunfield Children's Home Ltd is a co-educational boarding school located in Clent, West Midlands. With a history dating back to 1971, the school provides education for children aged 6-19 with Autism Spectrum Disorder. The school offers a safe and nurturing environment for students, focusing on their personal development, behaviour, and attitudes. With a Good rating from Ofsted, Sunfield Children's Home Ltd provides a good quality of education and has outstanding leadership and management. The school also offers a well-regarded sixth-form provision and meets the independent school standards.
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The Children's Trust School
The Children's Trust School is an all-through co-educational boarding school located in Croydon, London. With a focus on providing a holistic education for students aged 2 to 19, the school offers a nurturing environment for children with Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties. Led by headteacher Miss Launa Randles, the school has been praised for its outstanding leadership and management, as well as its good quality teaching, learning, and assessment. The school also prioritizes personal development, behavior, and welfare of its students. With small class sizes and a supportive community, The Children's Trust School ensures each student receives the attention they need to reach their full potential.1 schools in compare list -
Doncaster School for the Deaf
Doncaster School for the Deaf is a thriving all-through school providing high-quality education for students aged 4-19. With a focus on supporting students with hearing impairments, the school offers a secure and safe environment where pupils can thrive. The school has been rated Good by Ofsted, with outstanding behavior and safety of pupils. With strong leadership and exemplary relationships between staff and students, parents can trust that their child will receive a high standard of teaching and support at Doncaster School for the Deaf.
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Hamilton Lodge School and College for Deaf Children
Hamilton Lodge School and College for Deaf Children is a co-ed boarding school located in Brighton and Hove. With its all-through phase of education and age range of 5-19 years, the school provides a good quality of education for Deaf children with hearing impairment and moderate learning difficulty. The school's leadership team is dedicated to improving outcomes for pupils, and they benefit from a curriculum tailored to their individual needs. With a strong focus on safeguarding and positive feedback from staff, governors, and parents, Hamilton Lodge is committed to creating an inclusive and supportive learning environment for all students.1 schools in compare list -
Aurora Meldreth Manor School
Aurora Meldreth Manor School is a co-ed boarding school located in Meldreth, East of England. With a small student population of 34, the school offers a nurturing and inclusive environment for students aged 6-19 with physical disabilities and moderate to severe learning difficulties. Led by Mrs Emily Willis, the school has been providing a good quality education since its founding in 1971. The school has received a positive Ofsted report, highlighting its good overall effectiveness, quality of education, behaviour and attitudes, personal development, and leadership and management. Aurora Meldreth Manor School ensures that it meets the independent school standards and offers a good sixth-form provision, preparing students for their future. With a focus on inclusive education and excellent support for students with special educational needs, Aurora Meldreth Manor School is an ideal choice for parents looking for a caring and supportive environment for their children.1 schools in compare list -
St Elizabeth's School
St Elizabeth's School, located in Much Hadham, East of England, is an all-through co-educational boarding school catering for students aged 5-19. Led by Mrs Lisa Tooley, the school has a strong leadership team that ensures a quality education and a supportive environment. With consistently good teaching and learning, pupils make good progress and development. The school also prioritizes safeguarding measures and has achieved a Good rating in the recent Ofsted report.
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Sheiling School
Sheiling School is an all-through co-educational boarding school located in Ashley, South West. With a history dating back to 1958, the school provides an excellent education for students aged 5 to 19 with severe learning difficulties. The school has been rated 'Good' by Ofsted, demonstrating its commitment to high-quality education and outstanding personal development. With a small student body and dedicated staff, Sheiling School offers a supportive and inclusive environment for every child.
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Abbey College in Malvern
Abbey College in Malvern is a secondary boarding school located in the beautiful surroundings of Malvern Wells. With a strong focus on teaching and learning, the school provides a good quality education for students aged 14-19. The school has a dedicated staff who maintain high expectations for pupils' behavior, resulting in positive outcomes and strong progress. However, it is important to note that the school has inadequate ratings in some areas, such as leadership and management, safeguarding processes, and meeting independent school standards. Nonetheless, the school offers a good sixth-form provision and prepares pupils well for their future through an effective PSHE curriculum.
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The Loddon School
The Loddon School is an outstanding boarding school for students aged 8-19 with severe learning difficulties. Led by Dr Gill Barrett, the school provides a caring and nurturing environment where pupils thrive emotionally, socially, and academically. With high expectations and an innovative curriculum, the school offers a bespoke approach to learning. The school's outstanding Ofsted report highlights its effective safeguarding arrangements and the exceptional quality of education provided. With a small class size of 30 students and a focus on individualized support, The Loddon School is dedicated to helping every student reach their full potential.1 schools in compare list -
Westminster Abbey Choir School
Westminster Abbey Choir School is a prestigious Anglican boarding school in London, founded in 1950. With a small student body of 29 boys aged 8-13, it offers an exceptional education and choral training within the stunning Westminster Abbey. The school provides scholarships, bursaries, and hardship awards for talented students, ensuring opportunities for all. With a low percentage of students receiving SEN support, parents can trust in the school's commitment to individualized attention and support for their child's educational needs.1 schools in compare list
Frequently Asked Questions
There are 427 private schools that offer boarding in England.
Average fee is £4,229.63.
Yes, there are 48 girls boarding schools.
Kent College Pembury is one of the best boarding schools for girls.
Yes, there are 71 boys boarding schools.
St Mary's School is one of the best boarding schools for boys.
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