May 2026
St Mary’s Calne highlighted creative writing success in the Daunt Books Children’s Short Story Competition 2026 with Sophie O winning and her story being published in an anthology.
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St Mary's Calne
St Mary's Calne is an independent full boarding and day school for girls aged 11 to 18 in Calne, Wiltshire, where most pupils board.
Day fees
£34,794 – £45,306
Entry
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At a glance
Key facts
Head
Mrs Anne Wakefield
Mrs, since 2024
Gender
Girls
Pupils
449
Location
Calne, Wiltshire
Rural setting
Day or boarding
Day and boarding
Age range
11 to 18
Religious ethos
Church of England
Founded
1873
Entry points
11+, 13+
School buses
Yes
Scholarships
Art, Academic, Sport +3
A-level A*–A
88%
2025
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GCSE 9–7
71%
2025
Houseroom EditorialOur take
Houseroom Editorial
Our take
Independent girls senior school for ages 11–18, day or boarding. Top-tier fees.
Best for
- 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 daughter.
- Families weighing day vs boarding — both are offered.
- 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.
- Single-sex (girls). Comfortable for some children, less so for others — worth a visit on a normal teaching day rather than only an open-day showcase.
- Location detail is sparse in our profile — verify postcode and tube/rail link before counting on commute time.
AdmissionsApplication timeline
Admissions
Application timeline
- Nov14Open dayNextOpen Morning
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
£34,794 – £45,306per year · Day · 2026-27 · est. (3 x term)
Extras: registration, deposit, uniform, lunches, trips, music lessons, exam fees.
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Financial supportBursaries & Scholarships
Financial support
Bursaries & Scholarships
Beyond the classroomActivities & co-curricular
Beyond the classroom
Activities & co-curricular
sport
LacrosseTennis CoachingSwimming
music
Instrumental Music
drama
LAMDADrama
academic club
ScienceArtEAL / Learning Support
service
Duke of Edinburgh (DofE)
other
Jazz DanceELSA (Emotional Literacy Support)
On campusFacilities
On campus
Facilities
sports
27-acre campusOutstanding sports facilities
arts
Teaching and performance spaces
boarding
Common rooms, kitchens and study areas in all housesModern boarding housesUniversity-style ensuite study bedrooms (Sixth Form)
academic
Award-winning library
wellbeing
Landscaped gardens
OutcomesLatest exam results
Outcomes
Latest exam results
88%
A-level A*–A
71%
GCSE 9–7
DestinationsWhere leavers go
Destinations
Where leavers go
| 2025 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|
| Oxbridge | 1 | 1 |
| Russell Group | 13 | 7 |
| US Ivy | 3 | 7 |
| Medicine | 1 | 7 |
Top universities (2025)
Oxford1
Edinburgh1
Durham2
Bristol1
Warwick1
Plymouth1
Exeter1
Leeds1
CurriculumQualifications offered
Curriculum
Qualifications offered
GCSEA LevelEPQ
In the newsRecent coverage
In the news
Recent coverage
May 2026
15 girls from St Mary's Calne went to the Cotswolds for a Silver DofE Assessed expedition over three days, where they used navigation and outdoor skills and learned the importance of teamwork and preparation.
February 2026
Pupils from St Mary's Calne took part in the Intermediate Maths Challenge, a national competition run by the UK Maths Trust. 37 pupils achieved Bronze, Silver and Gold Awards.
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FAQQuestions parents ask
FAQ
Questions parents ask
What kind of child is St Mary's Calne best for?+
St Mary's Calne 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 daughter; Families weighing day vs boarding — both are offered; Families comfortable with top-tier independent fees in exchange for the level of provision.
How much are the fees at St Mary's Calne?+
Day fees at St Mary's Calne are £11,598 to £15,102 a term in 2026-27 (£34,794 to £45,306 a year). Boarding fees are £20,346 a term in 2026-27 (£61,038 a year). Extras such as lunches, uniform and trips are on top.
When is the next open day at St Mary's Calne?+
The next open day at St Mary's Calne is on 14 November 2026. Booking is usually required.
How does admissions work?+
We don't hold full admissions details for St Mary's Calne. Ask the school directly.
Does St Mary's Calne support SEND?+
St Mary's Calne offers some SEND support. Ask admissions which needs it can meet.
What ages does St Mary's Calne take?+
St Mary's Calne takes pupils from age 11 to 18.
Is St Mary's Calne a day or boarding school?+
St Mary's Calne offers both day and boarding places.
Is St Mary's Calne co-educational or single-sex?+
St Mary's Calne is a girls' school.
Where is St Mary's Calne?+
St Mary's Calne is in Wiltshire, SN11 0DF.
How do I contact admissions at St Mary's Calne?+
Contact St Mary's Calne by email at admissions@stmaryscalne.org or phone on 01249857200.
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