Eton College
Eton College is a boarding school for boys aged between 13 and 18, offering an exciting, stimulating and caring environment to enable each boy to reach his full potential.
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About Eton College
Eton College is a prestigious boarding school for boys aged 13 to 18. The school welcomes boys from about 120 different state and independent schools each year. The admissions process assesses academic ability and suitability for the boarding environment. The school supports boys with disabilities and special educational needs through a Learning Support Centre. In the academic year 2023/24, 18% of boys received financial support towards their fees, averaging a 71% award, with 99 boys paying no fees at all. The school is committed to safeguarding and providing a broad educational experience.
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Independent boys senior school in Windsor and Maidenhead for ages 13–18. Selective entry, Christian foundation ethos, established SEND provision.
- Families seeking a senior school for ages 13–18, with thinking already on 11+ or 13+ entry.
- Parents who want a single-sex environment for their son.
- Families who value a Christian foundation ethos in school life.
- Children who can demonstrate strong academics at entry assessment — this is a selective school.
- Children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), English as an Additional Language (EAL) — SEND is a stated specialism.
- Fees sit at the top of the independent market. Factor in extras (uniform, trips, lunches, music tuition) before committing.
- Selective entry — assume some form of assessment at the relevant entry point. Plan tutoring or familiarisation early if needed.
- The Christian foundation ethos shapes assemblies, holidays and pastoral life. Comfortable for committed families; worth thinking about for those of other or no faith.
- Single-sex (boys). Comfortable for some children, less so for others — worth a visit on a normal teaching day rather than only an open-day showcase.
AdmissionsApplication timeline
Application timeline
- TBCOpen dayTo be confirmedterm timeAdmissions tours for 13+ entry (Mon and Wed afternoons term time)
- Aug31Registration closesPassed
- Jul31OffersPassed
- Mar31Acceptance deadlineNext
Not yet published: registration opens, bursary deadline, assessment, interview.
| Entry | Opens | Closes | Reply by | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| September 2027 | TBC | 31 Aug 2025 | TBC | Closed |
| September 2028 | TBC | 31 Aug 2025 | 31 Mar 2026 | Closed |
| September 2029 | TBC | 31 Aug 2026 | 31 Mar 2027 | Open |
UpcomingOpen events
Open events
Private tours by arrangement with admissions.
Fees & costFees
Fees
Questions about Eton College?
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Financial supportBursaries & Scholarships
Bursaries & Scholarships
What sets it apartDistinctive features
Distinctive features
25 boarding houses, all full boarding for ~1,340 boys aged 13-18
Tony Little Centre for Innovation and Research in Learning
award-winning research arm
80+ pupil-led societies with 250 visiting speakers per year, 51 instrumental ensembles
£10.06m allocated to financial aid in 2024/25, ~105 boys on fully-funded places
Three new sixth-form colleges in partnership with Star Academies announced
Natural History Museum on site holds 16,000 biological specimens
Beyond the classroomActivities & co-curricular
Activities & co-curricular
sport
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music
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drama
academic club
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service
other
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On campusFacilities
Facilities
sports
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boarding
academic
wellbeing
OutcomesLatest exam results
Latest exam results
Eton consistently achieves outstanding examination results, nurturing talents across a broad academic and extracurricular spectrum.
DestinationsWhere leavers go
Where leavers go
| 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cohort | 260 | 260 | 260 | 260 | 260 |
| Oxbridge | 51 | 48 | 48 | 48 | 47 |
| Russell Group | — | 211 | — | — | — |
| US Ivy | — | 27 | — | — | — |
| Medicine | — | 40 | — | — | — |
CurriculumQualifications offered
Qualifications offered
In the newsRecent coverage
Recent coverage
- In January 2025, Eton received its latest ISI School Report, which highlighted an exceptionally flexible and broad co-c…
AlumniNotable alumni
Notable alumni
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Check fit for my childCommunityHouse system
House system
Pastoral careWellbeing
Wellbeing
Eton College offers a comprehensive pastoral care system including a tutor system, a house system, boarding support, and inclusion education. The College supports mental health and pupil welfare through a dedicated SPHERE Programme and regular assemblies and religious provision, ensuring all-round pupil wellbeing.
CalendarTerm dates 2026/27
Term dates 2026/27
PathwaysFeeder schools
Feeder schools
GovernancePolicies & documents
Policies & documents
Also considerSchools like Eton College
Schools like Eton College
FAQQuestions parents ask
Questions parents ask
What kind of child is Eton College best for?+
Eton College suits: Families seeking a senior school for ages 13–18, with thinking already on 11+ or 13+ entry; Parents who want a single-sex environment for their son; Families who value a Christian foundation ethos in school life; Children who can demonstrate strong academics at entry assessment — this is a selective school; Children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), English as an Additional Language (EAL) — SEND is a stated specialism.
How much are the fees at Eton College?+
Day fees at Eton College are £21,100 a term in 2025-26 (£63,299 a year). Boarding fees are £21,100 a term in 2026-27 (£63,300 a year). Extras such as lunches, uniform and trips are on top.
When is the next open day at Eton College?+
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How does admissions work?+
Eton College is selective. Expect an entrance assessment at each entry point.
Does Eton College support SEND?+
Eton College states support for Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), English as an Additional Language (EAL). Check capacity with admissions if your child has an EHCP.
What ages does Eton College take?+
Eton College takes pupils from age 13 to 18.
Is Eton College a day or boarding school?+
Eton College is a boarding school.
Is Eton College co-educational or single-sex?+
Eton College is a boys' school.
Where is Eton College?+
Eton College is in Windsor and Maidenhead, SL4 6DW.
How do I contact admissions at Eton College?+
Contact Eton College by email at admissions@etoncollege.com or phone on 01753370100.