Pangbourne College
Pangbourne College is a boys' senior school offering day, weekly and full boarding for ages 11 to 18.
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About Pangbourne College
Pangbourne College is committed to ensuring great academic outcomes for all pupils, focusing on Academic Rigour, Community, Leadership and Adventure & Exploration. The school offers a variety of boarding options including part boarding, weekly boarding, and full boarding. The admissions process is designed to identify core strengths and skills with no specific preparation required. The school provides a supportive community and a broad curriculum to prepare pupils for life beyond school.
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Our take
Independent boys senior school in West Berkshire for ages 11–18, day or boarding. Selective entry, top-tier fees.
- Families seeking a senior school for ages 11–18, with thinking already on 11+ or 13+ entry.
- Parents who want a single-sex environment for their son.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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 confirmedSee website for datesOpen Days and Visits
- Jun25InterviewPassedHead's Introduction to Pangbourne
Not yet published: registration opens, registration closes, bursary deadline, assessment, offers, acceptance deadline.
UpcomingOpen events
Open events
Private tours by arrangement with admissions.
Fees & costFees
Fees
Questions about Pangbourne College?
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Financial supportBursaries & Scholarships
Bursaries & Scholarships
What sets it apartDistinctive features
Distinctive features
230 acre site
Co-educational day and boarding
Four pillars
Academic Rigour, Community, Leadership, Adventure & Exploration
Sports Performance Programme
Dedicated Sixth Form Centre
Beyond the classroomActivities & co-curricular
Activities & co-curricular
sport
music
drama
academic club
service
other
On campusFacilities
Facilities
sports
arts
boarding
academic
wellbeing
OutcomesLatest exam results
Latest exam results
DestinationsWhere leavers go
Where leavers go
| 2025 | |
|---|---|
| Cohort | 51 |
| Oxbridge | 1 |
| Russell Group | 5 |
| US Ivy | 0 |
| Medicine | 0 |
CurriculumQualifications offered
Qualifications offered
AlumniNotable alumni
Notable alumni
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Is Pangbourne College right for your child?
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Check fit for my childCommunityHouse system
House system
Pastoral careWellbeing
Wellbeing
Pangbourne College provides pastoral care through a house system, offering wellbeing support including counselling, spiritual life activities, and a health centre to ensure pupil welfare and mental health.
RegulationInspection
Inspection
ISI inspection, 23 Jan 2024
2 reports on file.
- Isi15 Jan 2024Compliant
CalendarTerm dates 2026/27
Term dates 2026/27
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FAQQuestions parents ask
Questions parents ask
What kind of child is Pangbourne College best for?+
Pangbourne College suits: Families seeking a senior school for ages 11–18, with thinking already on 11+ or 13+ entry; Parents who want a single-sex environment for their son; 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 Pangbourne College?+
Day fees at Pangbourne College are £8,848 to £11,538 a term in 2026-27 (£26,544 to £34,614 a year). Boarding fees are £14,115 to £18,645 a term in 2026-27 (£42,345 to £55,935 a year). Extras such as lunches, uniform and trips are on top.
When is the next open day at Pangbourne College?+
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How does admissions work?+
Pangbourne College is selective. Expect an entrance assessment at each entry point.
Does Pangbourne College support SEND?+
Pangbourne College has a dedicated SEN unit. Check the details with admissions.
What ages does Pangbourne College take?+
Pangbourne College takes pupils from age 11 to 18.
Is Pangbourne College a day or boarding school?+
Pangbourne College offers both day and boarding places.
Is Pangbourne College co-educational or single-sex?+
Pangbourne College is co-educational, taking both boys and girls.
Where is Pangbourne College?+
Pangbourne College is in West Berkshire, RG8 8LA.
How do I contact admissions at Pangbourne College?+
Contact Pangbourne College by phone on 01189842101.