Haileybury is a IB Diploma Programme / IB school in Hertford, United Kingdom. Founded in 1862. Annual tuition ranges from $34,690 to $72,131 USD.
Location & getting here
Nearest airports
Framed for international families — drive times are from the school, not the city centre.
| Airport | Distance | Drive from school | International note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stansted | 22 km | ~39 min | STN — European and budget carriers |
| Luton | 25 km | ~43 min | LTN — European and budget carriers |
| London City | 31 km | ~50 min | — |
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Key Details
Scholarships Available
Scholarships and bursaries are available for qualifying students at various entry points. Families should contact the admissions team for details of current scholarship categories and eligibility.
Key facts
Fees & the true cost of attendance
Published fees · inclusive of VAT
| Phase | Per term | Per year |
|---|---|---|
| Lower School Day (Years 7-8) | £9,535 | £28,605 |
| Lower School Boarding (Years 7-8) | £12,575 | £37,725 |
| Senior Day (Years 9-13) | £14,345 | £43,035 |
| Year 9, 2-night per week flexi-boarding | £16,055 | £48,165 |
| Year 9, 3-night per week flexi-boarding | £16,650 | £49,950 |
| Senior Boarding (Years 9-13) | £19,820 | £59,460 |
Compulsory extras (on top of tuition)
| Item | Frequency | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Registration Fee | One-time | £240 |
| Acceptance Deposit (UK resident) | One-time | £3,000 |
| Acceptance Deposit (non-UK resident) | One-time | £8,000 |
Budget beyond the sticker price. Assume the real annual spend is 5–15% higher than the headline fee. Hidden costs typically include: registration fee, acceptance deposit (usually one term's fees, refundable at the end of schooling), uniform + sports kit, trips and expeditions, individual music tuition, exam entry fees, travel to/from home.
Ask the Bursar for a sample "all-in" first-year invoice before committing.
Merit-based scholarships (5 types)
ℹ️ This school has not published the exact % fee remission for each award. Ask the admissions team directly — typical independent school scholarships range from 5% to 50% of fees.
About
Haileybury is a private IB World School in Hertfordshire, England, authorized to offer the Diploma Programme since 1999. The school is coeducational and offers mixed boarding facilities, serving students through a comprehensive range of DP subjects including sciences, languages, humanities, and arts.
School data verified by NanaSays. Last updated: April 2026.
What Makes This School Different
Academic Results
Admissions
| Entry point | Assessment | Assessment date | Registration deadline |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11+ (Year 7/Lower School 1) | Entrance assessments | November preceding year of entry | Apply early; registration required |
| 13+ (Year 9/Removes) | Main entrance examinations | January of candidate's Year 7 | Apply in advance |
| 14+ (Year 10) | Entrance examinations | November prior to entry | Apply in advance |
| 15+ (Year 11/Pre-Diploma) | Selected students for accelerated Pre-Diploma Programme | By arrangement | For overseas pupils only |
| 16+ (Year 12/Sixth Form) | School report required first to confirm meeting minimum entrance criteria | By arrangement | Apply in advance |
How to apply
- Complete online registration form
- Attend entrance assessment/examination (at specified dates)
- Receive offer of place
- Accept place via Acceptance Form
- If seeking bursary, submit bursary application by 1 October prior to entry
What you'll need to submit
- Online registration form
- For Sixth Form: school report
Open events
- Open Mornings (multiple per year)
- Individual appointments can be arranged by contacting Admissions
Scholarships: Applications encouraged from candidates demonstrating excellence and outstanding achievement; scholarships awarded on merit following assessment day; maximum three scholarships per applicant
Admissions contact: [email protected], +44 (0) 1992 706 353
School academically selective with entries at multiple points; Pre-IB course for selected overseas students; emphasis on meeting each child individually
Why Families Choose
Named Boarding School of the Year by Tes and featured in Spear's top 100 global private schools. Recognised as one of the best IB schools in the UK. Holds Google Reference School status and AI Quality Mark at Gold level. Eco-Schools Green Flag Award holder. Dedicated STEM Research Centre on a 500-acre campus approximately 20 miles north of London. Pre-Diploma/Pre-IB programme available for transitioning students. International Summer School offered.
Fees & Financials
| Grade / Year | Annual Fee |
|---|---|
| Lower School Day | GBP 27,315~$ 34,576 |
| Senior School Day | GBP 41,100~$ 52,025 |
| Lower School Boarding | GBP 36,030~$ 45,608 |
| Senior School Boarding | GBP 56,796~$ 71,894 |
| Year 9 Flexi-Boarding 2-night | GBP 46,005~$ 58,234 |
| Year 9 Flexi-Boarding 3-night | GBP 47,709~$ 60,391 |
Conversions to USD use exchange rates as of April 2026.
Original currency: £27,315 - 56,796. Application fee: $305.
Admissions Process
- 1Attend an Open Day or arrange a personal tour of the campus. 2. Submit a registration form with the £240 non-refundable registration fee. 3. The school assesses candidates at entry points: Year 7, Year 9, and Sixth Form. 4. Upon receiving an offer, pay an acceptance deposit of £3,000 (UK) or £8,000 (international), which is non-refundable. 5. International students can attend international admissions events or arrange virtual visits.
Admissions Details
Boarding Life
Full boarding available from Year 7 in dedicated houses on the 500-acre campus. Named Boarding School of the Year by Tes. Flexi-boarding options (2-night and 3-night stays) available for Year 9 students.
Full boarding available from Lower School (Year 7). Flexi-boarding options of 2-night and 3-night stays offered for Year 9 students. Boarders live in dedicated houses on the 500-acre campus.
Student Life
Students are assigned to boarding houses which form the centre of their pastoral and social life at the school. Houses foster community and friendly competition.
Facilities & Programmes
Wellbeing & Safety
Pastoral care is delivered through the house system, with housemasters and housemistresses providing support to students. The boarding community creates a structured environment for social and emotional development.
Student Demographics
School Background
private
Boarding School of the Year (Tes)Spear's top 100 global private schoolsGoogle Reference SchoolAI Quality Mark at Gold levelEco-Schools Green Flag Award