February 2025
St Paul's Cathedral School hosted more than 70 former Choristers for their annual Guild of Companions of St Paul reunion including AGM, Evensong, and dinner.
All-through school
St Paul's Cathedral School
St Paul's Cathedral School is a co-educational all-through school for ages 4 to 13, offering day and boarding places, including a chorister programme.
Day fees
£24,918
Entry
Observation + ReferenceSelective
Updated 4 months ago
At a glance
Key facts
Head
Emma Cole
Gender
Co-ed
Pupils
280
116 girls, 169 boys
Location
St Paul's, City of London
Day or boarding
Day and boarding
Age range
4 to 13
Religious ethos
Church of England
Founded
1127
Entry points
4+, 7+, 11+
Bursaries
Up to 100% of fees
Scholarships
Academic, Art, Music +2
Overview
About St Paul's Cathedral School
St Paul's Cathedral School is a charity school closely linked with St Paul's Cathedral, providing education for boys and girls aged 4 to 13. The school offers day and boarding options, including a unique chorister boarding programme. The school is an eligible Early Years Provider for Early Years Funding and offers a lively and fast-paced curriculum. The Cathedral pays full tuition fees for choristers, with parents paying boarding fees. Means-tested bursary support is available for boarding fees and day pupils.
Houseroom EditorialOur take
Houseroom Editorial
Our take
Independent co-ed all-through school in City of London for ages 4–13, day or boarding. Selective entry.
Best for
- Families wanting one school across the whole journey (ages 4–13) 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.
Watch-outs
- 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
September 2027 entryRegistration waitlist only
- TBCOpen dayTo be confirmedBy arrangementPrivate Tours Available
- TBCAssessmentTo be confirmedLast year: 1 Jan 2026
Not yet published: registration opens, registration closes, bursary deadline, interview, offers, acceptance deadline.
UpcomingOpen events
Upcoming
Open events
Private tours by arrangement with admissions.
Fees & costFees
Fees & cost
Fees
£24,918per year · Day · 2026-27 · est. (3 x term)
Inc. VAT £24,918VAT included7 years: £197,260
vs London avg (£24,000)4% above
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Financial supportBursaries & Scholarships
Financial support
Bursaries & Scholarships
Beyond the classroomActivities & co-curricular
Beyond the classroom
Activities & co-curricular
sport
Football TeamsHockey TeamsNetball Teams
music
Cathedral ChoirChamber ChoirChamber GroupsMusic TuitionOrchestraSchool Choirs
drama
Drama Club
other
PSHE Clubs
On campusFacilities
On campus
Facilities
sports
Outdoor Play AreasSports Hall
arts
Art StudioMusic Teaching RoomsPractice Rooms
boarding
Bright BathroomsCommon RoomsMaria Hackett HouseMartin Kiddle House
academic
Classrooms
wellbeing
Dining Hall
DestinationsWhere leavers go
Destinations
Where leavers go
| 2024 | |
|---|---|
| US Ivy | 0 |
In the newsRecent coverage
In the news
Recent coverage
November 2024
Year 7 and 8 boys at St Paul's Cathedral School played competitive football matches against Arnold House.
AlumniNotable alumni
Alumni
Notable alumni
John Blow (composer)William Boyce (composer)Benjamin Britten (composer)John Garth (composer)Thomas Arne (composer)
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Check fit for my childCalendarTerm dates 2026/27
Calendar
Term dates 2026/27
Autumn7 Sept 2026 → 18 Dec 2026Half-term 17 Oct 2026–2 Nov 2026
Spring11 Jan 2027 → 25 Mar 2027Half-term 12 Feb 2027–22 Feb 2027
Summer20 Apr 2027 → 9 Jul 2027Half-term 28 May 2027–7 Jun 2027
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FAQQuestions parents ask
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Questions parents ask
What kind of child is St Paul's Cathedral School best for?+
St Paul's Cathedral School suits: Families wanting one school across the whole journey (ages 4–13) 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.
How much are the fees at St Paul's Cathedral School?+
Day fees at St Paul's Cathedral School are £8,306 a term in 2026-27 (£24,918 a year). Boarding fees are £13,104 a term in 2026-27 (£39,312 a year). Extras such as lunches, uniform and trips are on top.
When is the next open day at St Paul's Cathedral School?+
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How does admissions work?+
St Paul's Cathedral School is selective. Expect an entrance assessment at each entry point.
Does St Paul's Cathedral School support SEND?+
We don't hold SEND details for St Paul's Cathedral School. Ask admissions early if your child has additional needs.
What ages does St Paul's Cathedral School take?+
St Paul's Cathedral School takes pupils from age 4 to 13.
Is St Paul's Cathedral School a day or boarding school?+
St Paul's Cathedral School offers both day and boarding places.
Is St Paul's Cathedral School co-educational or single-sex?+
St Paul's Cathedral School is co-educational, taking both boys and girls.
Where is St Paul's Cathedral School?+
St Paul's Cathedral School is in City of London, EC4M 9AD.
How do I contact admissions at St Paul's Cathedral School?+
Contact St Paul's Cathedral School by phone on 02072485156.
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