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Solihull School

SeniorCo EdAges 7–18Day1,565 pupils
Day fees
£18,720
How competitive entry is
School Exam + Verbal ReasoningCompetitive entry
Pupils
1,565
Founded
1560
Next deadline
Registration closes: 22 Sept 2026
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Application timeline

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Open dayNot published
Not published
Registration opensNot published
Not published
Registration closesConfirmed
23 Nov 2026
Bursary deadlineNot published
Not published
AssessmentConfirmed
7 Jan 2027
InterviewNot published
Not published
OffersConfirmed
20 Jan 2027
Acceptance deadlineConfirmed
29 Jan 2027
Registration windows
YearOpensClosesReply byStatus
2027-28TBC23 Nov 202629 Jan 2027Tbc

Open events

Open Day5 weeks away
Fri, 18 Sept 2026
10:00 am
Open Morning
Open Morning5 weeks away
Sat, 19 Sept 2026
10:30 am – 1:00 pm
Senior School Open Morning
Open Morning6 weeks away
Sat, 26 Sept 2026
10:30 am – 1:00 pm
Prep School Open Morning

Talks & tasters

Talks, tasters and other dated events
DateEventType
Sat, 19 Sept 2026Senior School Open MorningOpen Morning
Sat, 26 Sept 2026Prep School Open MorningOpen Morning

Fees

£18,720per year · Day · 2026-27
VAT-inclusive estimate £18,720VAT status TBC7-year projection £147,856
Also budget for · Registration fee, deposit, uniform, lunches, trips, music tuition, exam fees. These vary by school — check with admissions for the full cost breakdown.

Bursaries & Scholarships

About the head

Bringing out the best in every child

Executive Headmaster with strong academic background from top universities including Jesus College, Oxford and King's College London. Leading the school with focus on giving young people choices about their future. MA King's College London, MSc Jesus College Oxford

A co-educational independent day school committed to the all-round development of each pupil

Respect, Responsibility, Resilience, Kindness, Creativity

Activities & co-curricular

sport

HockeyNetballRidingRugby

music

OrchestraChoirJazz Band

drama

Drama Club

academic club

Chess Club

service

Community Service

Facilities

sports

Astro turf pitch

arts

Drama theatre

boarding

School boarding house

academic

Science laboratories

wellbeing

Wellbeing Centre

Latest exam results

68%
A-level A*–A
71%
GCSE 9–7

Data from 2025 results

Where leavers go

5%
to Oxbridge (2025)
60%
to Russell Group
20252024202320222021
Cohort150148139127130
Oxbridge766108
Russell Group9089837678
Top universities (2025)
University of Birmingham15
University of Nottingham14
University of Leeds12
University of Manchester11
University of Exeter10
University of Warwick9
University of Bath8
University of Bristol7

Recent coverage

Solihull School recently celebrated outstanding exam results for 2024, with 87% of A-Level grades at A*-B and over 90% of GCSE grades at 9-6. In 2025, the school announced the appointment of a new Headmaster, Mr. James Pengelly, bringing fresh leadership from September. Additionally, a £3 million investment was made to open a new Sports Complex featuring state-of-the-art facilities to enhance pupil wellness and performance.

Notable alumni

Nigel Mansell (Formula One World Champion)Timothy Dalton (actor)David Turnbull (politician)John Taylor (musician)Sir John Egan (industrialist)
Recommended next step

Registration deadline confirmed

Solihull School closes registrations on 22 Sept 2026. Add the deadline to your plan and start booking visits before applications.

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House system

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Inspection

Isi 1 Jan 2024

One inspection report on file. Worth reading before booking a visit — covers safeguarding, leadership and overall standard.

Term dates 2025-26

autumn3 Sept 202517 Dec 2025Half-term 20 Oct 2025–31 Oct 2025
spring6 Jan 202627 Mar 2026Half-term 16 Feb 2026–20 Feb 2026
summer21 Apr 202610 Jul 2026Half-term 25 May 2026–29 May 2026
autumn8 Sept 202615 Dec 2026
spring4 Jan 202725 Mar 2027
summer18 Apr 202714 Jul 2027

Questions parents ask

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How does admissions work?+

Admissions style isn't fully documented in our profile. Contact the school directly using the details in the contact card.

Are fees published?+

Yes — see the Fees section on this page. Add extras (uniform, trips, lunches, music tuition, registration fees) on top of the base figure before budgeting.

Does the school support SEND?+

SEND provision isn't documented in our profile. If your child has identified needs, contact admissions early to discuss capacity.

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 rwalters@solsch.org.uk or phone on 01217050958. Reference your child's age and intended entry year in the first message.

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Frequently asked questions

How much are the fees at Solihull School?
Day fees at Solihull School range from £11,454 to £22,368 per year.
When is the next open day at Solihull School?
The next open day at Solihull School is on 18 September 2026.
What ages does Solihull School take?
Solihull School takes pupils from age 7 to 18.
Is Solihull School a day or boarding school?
Solihull School is a day school.
Is Solihull School co-educational or single-sex?
Solihull School is co-educational, taking both boys and girls.
Where is Solihull School?
Solihull School is in Solihull, B91 3DJ.

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