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Senior school
Wellington College
Wellington College is a co-educational senior school offering day and boarding places with a strong academic focus and all-round education.
Day fees
£47,790
Entry
School Exam + InterviewSelective
Next deadline
Wed 30 June 202713+ registration closes
Updated 4 months ago
At a glance
Key facts
Head
James Dahl
Master
Gender
Co-ed
Pupils
1,170
Location
Crowthorne, Bracknell Forest
Rural setting
Day or boarding
Day and boarding
Age range
13 to 18
School type
Mainstream
Religious ethos
Church of England
Founded
1859
Sixth form
536 pupils
Entry points
11+, 13+, 14+, 16+
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Nearest station
Twyford (rail)
Saturday school
Yes
Bursaries
Up to 100% of fees
Scholarships
Academic, Music, Sport +4
A-level A*–A
59%
2025
GCSE 9–7
73%
2025
Overview
About Wellington College
Wellington College is an academic school committed to all-round education. It welcomes boys and girls with potential to become intellectual, inspired, and independent learners. The school offers entry at 11+, 13+, 14+, and 16+ with a selection process that considers academic ability, character, interests, talents, and personality. The school has a diverse international community with pupils from 44 nations and offers the IB Diploma as an alternative to A Levels.
Houseroom EditorialOur take
Houseroom Editorial
Our take
Independent co-ed senior school in Bracknell Forest for ages 13–18, day or boarding. Selective entry, C of E ethos, top-tier fees.
Best for
- Families seeking a senior school for ages 13–18, with thinking already on 11+ or 13+ entry.
- Families who prefer a co-educational setting over single-sex.
- Families weighing day vs boarding — both are offered.
- Families who value a C of E ethos in school life.
- Children who can demonstrate strong academics at entry assessment — this is a selective school.
Watch-outs
- 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.
- The C of E ethos shapes assemblies, holidays and pastoral life. Comfortable for committed families; worth thinking about for those of other or no faith.
- 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 tbc
- Oct10Open dayNextVisitors Day
- Jun6InterviewPassedVisitors Day
- Sep21OffersPassed
Not yet published: registration opens, registration closes, bursary deadline, assessment, acceptance deadline.
UpcomingOpen events
Upcoming
Open events
Private tours by arrangement with admissions.
Fees & costFees
Fees & cost
Fees
£47,790per year · Day · 2026-27 · est. (3 x term)
Inc. VAT £47,790VAT included5 years: £258,846
vs London avg (£24,000)99% above
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Financial supportBursaries & Scholarships
Financial support
Bursaries & Scholarships
What sets it apartDistinctive features
What sets it apart
Distinctive features
co-educational 13-18
80% boarders, 20% day pupils
diverse intake from over 30 nationalities
strong prep to senior school progression
boarding options include flexi, weekly, bi-weekly
Beyond the classroomActivities & co-curricular
Beyond the classroom
Activities & co-curricular
sport
TennisSquash TeamHong Kong and New Zealand Sports TourSailing ClubGolfInterhouse AthleticsShootingNetballU14A and U19A Netball TeamsAthleticsSquashRugbyHorse ridingCricket
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Equestrian Team
music
Choirs (including The Wellingtones a capella group)Wellington College Symphony OrchestraWellington College Big BandCCF Marching BandConcert BandSchola CantorumCamerata string ensembleThe Wellingtones (a cappella group)Chamber music groupsRock bandsPercussion ensembles including Corps of DrumsMusic SocietyChoir / Symphony OrchestraChapel Choir
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Instrumental Music LessonsSymphony Orchestra
drama
DanceDance Festival ParticipationLAMDALes Misérables ensemble
academic club
UK Mathematics Trust competitionsUS Universities programmeCambridge Chemistry OlympiadC3L6 ChallengeChess Team
service
Bevir Travel Fund volunteeringCare for Calais tripBritish Military Tournament Field Gun Crews
other
Wellington Connect alumni networkCombined Cadet Force (CCF) Marching BandLife Beyond Wellington careers speed networkingField Gun Crew
On campusFacilities
On campus
Facilities
sports
Playing fields and sports grounds
arts
Large Chapel of Burgos Cathedral (tour facility) (off-site)Old Cathedral of Salamanca (tour facility) (off-site)
academic
Design and Technology DepartmentEagle House (partner school on site)Science Department
wellbeing
Chapel
OutcomesLatest exam results
Outcomes
Latest exam results
Outcomes2025 IB
51
scoring 40+ points26.2
A* grades59%
A-level A*–A
73%
GCSE 9–7
DestinationsWhere leavers go
Destinations
Where leavers go
9%
to Oxbridge (2026)
| 2026 | 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cohort | 242 | — | — | 234 | — |
| Oxbridge | 21 | 10 | 22 | 19 | 20 |
| Russell Group | — | 138 | — | — | — |
| US Ivy | 3 | 3 | 6 | — | — |
| Medicine | 2 | — | — | — | — |
Top universities (2026)
Cambridge10
Oxford11
CurriculumQualifications offered
Curriculum
Qualifications offered
IBA LevelGCSE
In the newsRecent coverage
In the news
Recent coverage
AlumniNotable alumni
Alumni
Notable alumni
Sebastian FaulksRory StewartJames HuntWill YoungChristopher Lee
Recommended next step
Registration closes 30 Jun 2027 (13+)
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Fit for your child
Is Wellington College right for your child?
Score it on travel, academics, support and budget.
Check fit for my childCommunityHouse system
Community
House system
WellesleyRaglanCombermereHopetounLynedochMurrayPictonStanleyTalbotHillBeresfordHardingeAngleseyBlücherApsleyOrangeBensonHighfield
Pastoral careWellbeing
Pastoral care
Wellbeing
Wellington College fosters pupil welfare through a house system emphasizing kindness, leadership, and supporting others. Houses provide social spaces, prefect mentorship, and promote student leadership, service, and responsibility to create a warm, inclusive, and supportive community.
RegulationInspection
Regulation
Inspection
ISI inspection, 16 Sept 2025
2 reports on file.
Met
- Isi · Full Inspection1 Sept 2025Met
CalendarTerm dates 2026/27
Calendar
Term dates 2026/27
Autumn1 Sept 2026 → 11 Dec 2026Half-term 17 Oct 2026–1 Nov 2026
Spring11 Jan 2027 → 25 Mar 2027Half-term 12 Feb 2027–21 Feb 2027
Summer19 Apr 2027 → 2 Jul 2027Half-term 29 May 2027–6 Jun 2027
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Pathways
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FAQQuestions parents ask
FAQ
Questions parents ask
What kind of child is Wellington College best for?+
Wellington College suits: Families seeking a senior school for ages 13–18, with thinking already on 11+ or 13+ entry; Families who prefer a co-educational setting over single-sex; Families weighing day vs boarding — both are offered; Families who value a C of E ethos in school life; Children who can demonstrate strong academics at entry assessment — this is a selective school.
How much are the fees at Wellington College?+
Day fees at Wellington College are £15,930 a term in 2026-27 (£47,790 a year). Boarding fees are £21,690 a term in 2026-27 (£65,070 a year). Extras such as lunches, uniform and trips are on top.
When is the next open day at Wellington College?+
The next school tour at Wellington College is on 10 October 2026. Booking is usually required.
How does admissions work?+
Wellington College is selective. Expect an entrance assessment at each entry point.
Does Wellington College support SEND?+
We don't hold SEND details for Wellington College. Ask admissions early if your child has additional needs.
What ages does Wellington College take?+
Wellington College takes pupils from age 13 to 18.
Is Wellington College a day or boarding school?+
Wellington College offers both day and boarding places.
Is Wellington College co-educational or single-sex?+
Wellington College is co-educational, taking both boys and girls.
Where is Wellington College?+
Wellington College is in Bracknell Forest, RG45 7PU.
How do I contact admissions at Wellington College?+
Contact Wellington College by email at admissions@wellingtoncollege.org.uk or phone on 01344444000.
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