January 2026
Felsted School announced that Lara Péchard will take up the role of Head in September 2026.
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Felsted School
Felsted School is a co-educational independent school offering education from age 3 to 18 with day and boarding options.
Day fees
£14,130 – £36,648
Entry
Interview + PortfolioSelective
Next deadline
Sun 7 Mar 202711+ acceptance deadline
Updated 4 months ago
At a glance
Key facts
Head
Mr Chris Sherwood
Mr
Gender
Co-ed
Pupils
932
Location
Felsted, Uttlesford
Rural setting
Day or boarding
Day and boarding
Age range
3 to 18
Religious ethos
Church of England
Founded
1564
Entry points
3+, 4+, 7+, 11+, 13+, 16+
School buses
Yes
Average class
20 pupils
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Wraparound care
Available
Bursaries
Up to 100% of fees
Scholarships
Academic, Music, Art +5
A-level A*–A
61%
2024
GCSE 9–7
40%
2024
Overview
About Felsted School
Felsted School offers a broad and enriched curriculum from Pre-Reception through Sixth Form, with a strong emphasis on academic excellence, co-curricular activities, and pastoral care. The school has a vibrant boarding community and provides extensive facilities including specialist teaching areas, performance spaces, and sports pitches. Admissions are competitive with multiple entry points including Pre-Reception (age 3), Reception (age 4+), Year 3 (7+), Year 7 (11+), Year 9 (13+), and Sixth Form (16+). Scholarships and bursaries are available, with means-tested financial support and awards in academic, music, sport, art, drama, and design & technology.
Houseroom EditorialOur take
Houseroom Editorial
Our take
Independent co-ed all-through school in Uttlesford for ages 3–18, day or boarding. Selective entry, top-tier fees.
Best for
- 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.
- Families comfortable with top-tier independent fees in exchange for the level of provision.
Watch-outs
- 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.
- 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.
AdmissionsApplication timeline
Admissions
Application timeline
- May9Open dayPassedFelsted Whole School Open Morning (for entry ages 3-16)
Not yet published: registration opens, registration closes, bursary deadline, assessment, interview, offers, acceptance deadline.
UpcomingOpen events
Upcoming
Open events
Private tours by arrangement with admissions.
Fees & costFees
Fees & cost
Fees
£14,130 – £36,648per year · Day · 2026-27
By entry point · 2026-27
7+£21,924
16+£36,648
Reception£14,130
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Financial supportBursaries & Scholarships
Financial support
Bursaries & Scholarships
What sets it apartDistinctive features
What sets it apart
Distinctive features
all-through 3-18 education
teacher-led Pre-Reception provision
strong boarding culture
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
means-tested bursaries and scholarships
Round Square network membership
extensive co-curricular programme including Combined Cadet Force
Beyond the classroomActivities & co-curricular
Beyond the classroom
Activities & co-curricular
sport
AthleticsBadmintonBasketballCricketEquestrianFootballGolfGymnasticsHockeyJudoKarateNetballRiding / EquestrianRugby
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SkiingSquashSwimmingTennis
music
ChoirsHouse Singing / League MusicJazz BandJunior OrchestraOrchestraPercussion EnsemblePercussion GroupRecorder EnsembleRock/Pop BandsSenior Chapel ChoirSteel BandsString EnsembleTraining OrchestraYoung Voices Choir
drama
BalletDanceJazz Dance
academic club
Andrew SocietyBio SocChessCodingCompetitive Application WorkshopComputingComputing ClubCreative WritingCRESTCritical ThinkingDebatingDesign Technology (DT)DT (Design Technology)French
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Public Speaking/Debating
service
CCFCharitiesCombined Cadet Force (CCF)Duke of Edinburgh's Award (DofE)Duke of Edinburgh’s Award (DofE) GoldDuke of Edinburgh’s Award (DofE) Silver
other
ArtArt Co-curricularArt ScholarsCookeryCooking ClubEquity, Diversity and Inclusion CommitteeForest School (Prep)Gardening ClubWoodlanders After School Club
On campusFacilities
On campus
Facilities
sports
25m indoor swimming pool3G pitchAstroturf Hockey pitchChanging Rooms and Shower FacilitiesEquestrian facilitiesGymnasium / GymSports pitches and courtsSports pitches and fieldsSquash courtsSwimming PoolTennis courts
arts
Art StudiosMultiple Practice RoomsOutdoor Bandstand (Bathurst Garden)Outdoor Bandstand in Bathurst GardenPractice Rooms (Prep and Senior Music Departments)Senior School Music School
boarding
Boarding HousesCoffee ShopDining HallMeal and dining facilitiesModern Changing Rooms
academic
House Study AreasLibraryScience LaboratoriesScience LabsStudy spaces with WIFIWorkshops for Design Technology
wellbeing
ChapelGym
OutcomesLatest exam results
Outcomes
Latest exam results
61%
A-level A*–A
40%
GCSE 9–7
DestinationsWhere leavers go
Destinations
Where leavers go
35%
to Russell Group
| 2025 | |
|---|---|
| Cohort | 122 |
| Russell Group | 43 |
| US Ivy | 0 |
| Medicine | 2 |
Top universities (2025)
Birmingham City UniversityBristol, UWEBrunel University of LondonCity St George's, University of LondonDurham UniversityKing's College London, University of LondonLancaster UniversityLoughborough University
CurriculumQualifications offered
Curriculum
Qualifications offered
GCSEA LevelInternational Baccalaureate (IB)BTEC
In the newsRecent coverage
In the news
Recent coverage
2024
Felsted School celebrated its 460 year anniversary.
August 2023
98 students took A Levels at Felsted School.
AlumniNotable alumni
Alumni
Notable alumni
Sir John Le Mesurier (actor)Sir Henry 'Chips' Channon (politician and diarist)Sir William Joynson-Hicks (politician)Sir John Gurdon (biologist, Nobel laureate)Sir John Tusa (broadcast journalist)Sir Peter Scott (ornithologist and conservationist)Sir Michael Howard (military historian)Sir John Boardman (classical archaeologist)Sir John Stuttard (Lord Mayor of London)
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Term dates 2026/27
Autumn1 Sept 2026 → 11 Dec 2026Half-term 16 Oct 2026–1 Nov 2026
Spring5 Jan 2027 → 19 Mar 2027Half-term 12 Feb 2027–21 Feb 2027
Summer12 Apr 2027 → 3 Jul 2027Half-term 28 May 2027–6 Jun 2027
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FAQ
Questions parents ask
What kind of child is Felsted School best for?+
Felsted School suits: 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; Families comfortable with top-tier independent fees in exchange for the level of provision.
How much are the fees at Felsted School?+
Day fees at Felsted School are £4,710 to £12,216 a term in 2026-27 (£14,130 to £36,648 a year). Boarding fees are £12,714 to £15,114 a term in 2026-27 (£38,142 to £45,342 a year). Extras such as lunches, uniform and trips are on top.
When is the next open day at Felsted School?+
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How does admissions work?+
Felsted School is selective. Expect an entrance assessment at each entry point.
Does Felsted School support SEND?+
We don't hold SEND details for Felsted School. Ask admissions early if your child has additional needs.
What ages does Felsted School take?+
Felsted School takes pupils from age 3 to 18.
Is Felsted School a day or boarding school?+
Felsted School offers both day and boarding places.
Is Felsted School co-educational or single-sex?+
Felsted School is co-educational, taking both boys and girls.
Where is Felsted School?+
Felsted School is in Uttlesford, CM6 3LL.
How do I contact admissions at Felsted School?+
Contact Felsted School by phone on 01371822600.
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