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United Kingdom — Shropshire

Concord College

Acton Burnell Hall — Near Shrewsbury, Shropshire
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Annual FeesFrom $ 60,325
Ages12 – 20
Nationalities40+on campus

Concord College is a GCSE / A-Level school in Shrewsbury, United Kingdom. Founded in 1949. It serves 547 students for students aged 12–20. Annual tuition ranges from $60,325 to $60,325 USD.

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Location & Getting There

Acton Burnell HallOpen in Maps
Near Shrewsbury, Shropshire

NanaSays Scorecard

Est. 1949
Year Founded
547
Students Enrolled
40+
Nationalities
Boarding Available
Scholarships Available
Bursaries Available

Key Details

Curricula Offered
GCSEYes
A-LevelYes
Accreditations
BSA
Languages of Instruction
English

Scholarships Available

Types Available
Anthony Morris Scholarship
💡 Scholarship amounts and bursary likelihood analysis are in the Full Deep Report.
Merit-based Scholarships

Scholarships and means tested bursaries are available for entry to both the Lower School and the Sixth Form.

Means-Tested Bursaries

Means-tested bursaries are available. Contact the school admissions office for details.

Academic Performance

Standards Met
ISI

ISI Inspection Report

All relevant standards are met. The school is led effectively with pupils' wellbeing as a priority, resulting in happy, successful pupils who are well-prepared for their next stages. Pupils achieve highly in public examinations with almost all progressing to leading universities, though additional specialist support for pupils with SEND is needed.

ISI Standards
Met
Key Strengths
Pupils achieve highly in public examinations with almost all going on to leading universities
Governors and leaders promote the school's values of rigour, kindness and creativity effectively
The focus on pupils' wellbeing underpins all decision making
Leadership of boarding is highly effective with robust systems applied consistently
Teaching is well-planned with teachers demonstrating high levels of subject knowledge
Boarding accommodation is well-maintained, well-equipped and secure
Pupils develop intellectual curiosity and genuine passion for their chosen subjects
Culture of kindness and respect with rare incidents of serious misbehaviour or bullying
Areas for Development
Ensure that the provision for pupils who have special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) fully meets their individual needs, so that their learning and wellbeing are supported effectively
Individual, specialist teaching for pupils with SEND is not yet in place and needs to be implemented
View Full ISI Report (2024-10-15)

Key facts

Founded
1949
Ages
12–20 (Co-ed)
Pupils on roll
547
Inspectorate
ISI

About

Concord College is a highly successful international boarding school providing GCSE and A Level courses. Set in 77 acres of Shropshire parkland, the college combines outstanding facilities with first-rate academic performance. Students are cared for by a dedicated staff in a safe and beautiful environment.

School data verified by NanaSays. Last updated: April 2026.

What Makes This School Different

Outdoor Education programme (Form 3, For
Extended Project Qualification (EPQ)
Performing Arts enrichment programme
Concerto Competition
Clubs & Activities
Sports and fitness (all students required to participate weekly)Clubs and societies (most included in boarding fees)Outdoor education expeditionsMusic ensemblesDrama and performing arts groupsArt activities
Expeditions include: Outdoor Education residential trips (Form 3, Form 4, Sixth Form), Form 5 Geography residential field trip, GCSE and A Level course-required field trips, Regular visits to Shrewsbury and elsewhere, Art trip to Liverpool (mentioned)

Academic Results

A-Level A*
49%
82% A*/A
GCSE Grade 9
57%
87% grade 7+
Oxbridge 2025
12
University Destinations 2025
OxfordCambridgeImperial College LondonUCLLSEWarwickNYUUC BerkeleyUniversity of MichiganUSC

Admissions

Entry pointAssessmentAssessment dateRegistration deadline
Form 3 (Year 9)Online entrance tests supervised by admissions team, school reports, interviewYear-roundApplications year-round from September before entry; early applications (12+ months ahead) considered first
Form 4 (Year 10)Online entrance tests supervised by admissions team, school reports, interviewYear-roundApplications year-round from September before entry; early applications (12+ months ahead) considered first
Sixth Form (Year 12)Online entrance tests in intended A Level subjects or related areas, English test may be required, interviewYear-round; test appointments available from 14 months prior to academic year startApplications year-round; first offers typically made in October

How to apply

  1. Complete online application form
  2. Submit school reports and evidence of achievements
  3. Pay non-refundable registration fee
  4. Sit online entrance tests (supervised by admissions team)
  5. Attend interview (not all applicants invited; some offers made on test results and school reports alone)
  6. Receive offer and formal acceptance within one month
  7. Pay deposit to secure place and enter into contract

What you'll need to submit

  • Online registration form
  • Copies of examination certificates or statements of results
  • School reports covering last two years
  • Passport copy

Admissions contact: [email protected]; [email protected]; +44 (0)1694 731631

Admissions are rolling; applications remain open year-round as long as places available. Tests available throughout the year until all places offered. No specific pass mark for tests; all components (tests, reports, interview) help assess student fit.

Why Families Choose

  • International boarding school
  • Outstanding facilities
  • First-rate academic performance
  • 77 acres of parkland
  • Excellent sports facilities
  • Full boarding

University Destinations

Oxford
Cambridge

Fees & Financials

£47,500 per annum

Original currency: £47,500 per annum.

Admissions Details

Entrance Exam
own written assessment
Application Deadline
Rolling admissions

Facilities & Programmes

Sports
Sports hall
Squash courts
Fitness gym
Weight training gym
Dance studio
Heated indoor pool
Arts
Music
Art
Drama
Dance
Co-Curricular
Sport
Music
Art
Drama
Dance
Chess
Debating
Politics

Student Demographics

School Type
co-ed
Age Range
1220
Nationalities
40+
countries represented on campus
Student Body
Boarding capacity494

School Background

Governance & Ownership

Independent

Notable Alumni

Fehintola Akinlose
Finance Director at the UK House of Lords; first Black person in the role
Professor Marc Assael
Contributed to STEM research and scientific discovery articles
Ophelia Liu
Multi-award winning makeup artist; BBC's Glow Up winner; named in Tatler: Asia's Most Influential
Nensi Dojaka
Fashion designer; won prestigious British Fashion Awards prize
Johnny Lam
Legal professional who reconnected with fellow alumni in Hong Kong
Dr Anthony Chow
Legal professional

Frequently Asked Questions

The annual fees at Concord College are £47,500 per annum per academic year.