On 21 August 2025, St Michael's School, Llanelli announced GCSE results with 78.2% of grades at A*-A and over half of pupils gaining 10 or more A*-A grades. The Headmaster said good GCSE results lay the necessary foundations for success at A-Level.
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St Michael's School, Llanelli
St Michael's School is a co-educational independent day and boarding school in Bryn, Llanelli, for pupils aged 3 to 18, from Pre-Prep and Prep to Sixth Form.
Day fees
£6,960 – £17,100
Entry
Other + School ExamSelective
At a glance
Key facts
Head
Benson Ferrari
Gender
Co-ed
Location
Llanelli, Carmarthenshire
Day or boarding
Day and boarding
Age range
3 to 18
Founded
1923
Entry points
11+, 13+, 16+
School buses
Yes
Scholarships
Music, Sport, Academic
A-level A*–A
97%
2025
GCSE 9–7
78%
2025
Houseroom EditorialOur take
Houseroom Editorial
Our take
Independent co-ed senior school, day or boarding.
Best for
- Families who prefer a co-educational setting over single-sex.
- Families weighing day vs boarding — both are offered.
Watch-outs
- 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.
- Location detail is sparse in our profile — verify postcode and tube/rail link before counting on commute time.
AdmissionsApplication timeline
Admissions
Application timeline
- Jan14Open dayNextJanuary Sixth Form Open Evening
- TBCRegistration closesTo be confirmedLast year: 2 Jul 2024
- TBCAssessmentTo be confirmedLast year: 13 Sept 2024
Not yet published: registration opens, bursary deadline, interview, offers, acceptance deadline.
UpcomingOpen events
Upcoming
Open events
Private tours by arrangement with admissions.
Fees & costFees
Fees & cost
Fees
£6,960 – £17,100per 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
netballrock climbingfootball
other
multiple different craft clubsdebating club 'The Chatroom'Chess ClubIT ClubCreative Arts Writing
On campusFacilities
On campus
Facilities
boarding
Parc House boarding (Years 9 to 12) - mansion house with single/double roomsTenby House boarding (Years 11 to 13) - purpose-built accommodation with single en-suite rooms
OutcomesLatest exam results
Outcomes
Latest exam results
97%
A-level A*–A
78%
GCSE 9–7
DestinationsWhere leavers go
Destinations
Where leavers go
| 2024 | |
|---|---|
| Oxbridge | 2 |
| Russell Group | 5 |
| US Ivy | 0 |
| Medicine | 13 |
Top universities (2024)
[{"name": "University of Oxford"
CurriculumQualifications offered
Curriculum
Qualifications offered
GCSEA-Level
In the newsRecent coverage
In the news
Recent coverage
May 2025
St Michael's School's Year 10 pupil Rohan achieved a STEM Gold Crest Award for his scientific investigations.
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FAQQuestions parents ask
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What kind of child is St Michael's School, Llanelli best for?+
St Michael's School, Llanelli suits: Families who prefer a co-educational setting over single-sex; Families weighing day vs boarding — both are offered.
How much are the fees at St Michael's School, Llanelli?+
Day fees at St Michael's School, Llanelli are £2,320 to £5,700 a term in 2026-27 (£6,960 to £17,100 a year). Boarding fees range from £29,580 to £51,870 per year in 2026-27. Extras such as lunches, uniform and trips are on top.
When is the next open day at St Michael's School, Llanelli?+
The next visit at St Michael's School, Llanelli is on 14 January 2027. Booking is usually required.
How does admissions work?+
We don't hold full admissions details for St Michael's School, Llanelli. Ask the school directly.
Does St Michael's School, Llanelli support SEND?+
We don't hold SEND details for St Michael's School, Llanelli. Ask admissions early if your child has additional needs.
What ages does St Michael's School, Llanelli take?+
St Michael's School, Llanelli takes pupils from age 3 to 18.
Is St Michael's School, Llanelli a day or boarding school?+
St Michael's School, Llanelli offers both day and boarding places.
Is St Michael's School, Llanelli co-educational or single-sex?+
St Michael's School, Llanelli is co-educational, taking both boys and girls.
Where is St Michael's School, Llanelli?+
St Michael's School, Llanelli is in Carmarthenshire, SA14 9TU.
How do I contact admissions at St Michael's School, Llanelli?+
Contact St Michael's School, Llanelli by email at whittonj@stmikes.co.uk or phone on 01554820325.
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