Leighton Park School is a IB school in Reading, United Kingdom. It serves 565 students for students aged 11–18. Annual tuition ranges from $57,131 to $71,095 USD.
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Location & getting here
Prosperous South East commuter town with good transport access to London and airports; suburban setting convenient for international families in transit or visiting regularly.
Nearest airports
Framed for international families — drive times are from the school, not the city centre.
| Airport | Distance | Drive from school | International note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heathrow | 34 km | ~54 min | LHR — gateway for Bangkok, Singapore, Hong Kong, Dubai |
| Gatwick | 62 km | ~91 min | LGW — good for SE Asia, Middle East via BA/EK/QR |
| Luton | 63 km | ~92 min | LTN — European and budget carriers |
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Key Details
Scholarships Available
Academic Performance
ISI Inspection Report
Leighton Park School meets all Independent School Standards across leadership and management, quality of education, pupils' physical and mental health, social and economic education, and safeguarding. The school demonstrates strong commitment to pupils' wellbeing, Quaker values and academic excellence through proficient teaching, rigorous assessment, robust pastoral care and well-rounded co-curricular programmes. The main recommendation is to ensure more consistent application of questioning strategies across all teachers to develop pupils' critical thinking skills.
Key facts
Fees & the true cost of attendance
Published fees · inclusive of VAT
| Phase | Per term | Per year |
|---|---|---|
| Day (Years 7-8) | £9,750 | £29,250 |
| Weekly Boarder (Years 7-8) | £13,580 | £40,740 |
| Full Boarder (Years 7-8) | £15,670 | £47,010 |
| Day (Year 9+) | £11,890 | £35,670 |
| Weekly Boarder (Year 9+) | £16,480 | £49,440 |
| Full Boarder (Year 9+) | £19,500 | £58,500 |
Compulsory extras (on top of tuition)
| Item | Frequency | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Study visa fee (if applicable) | Per year | £1,440 |
| External examination fees | Per term | — |
| Digital device scheme (Years 7-11) | Per term | — |
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
Leighton Park School is a private, coeducational international school in Reading, United Kingdom, offering mixed boarding facilities. Authorized as an IB World School since October 2008, the school provides international education through the IB curriculum in English, preparing students for university and global leadership.
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) | Entrance test followed by interview | January | — |
| 13+ (Year 9) | Entrance tests followed by interview | January | — |
| Sixth Form (Year 12) | Written assessments (up to 2 subjects) and interview | November | — |
How to apply
- Complete registration form
- Pay registration fee
- Take entrance assessment
- Attend interview
- Receive offer of place
- Pay acceptance deposit
- Accept place and enter school
What you'll need to submit
- Completed registration form
- Registration fee (£150 UK/EEA; £225 outside UK/EEA)
Open events
- Open Days and Taster Days (dates published on school website)
Scholarships: Scholarships available at 11+, 13+ and Sixth Form entry across multiple disciplines; separate application and assessment required
Admissions contact: [email protected] (bursaries)
Detailed admissions timeline and specific assessment dates limited in available content; contact school for full admissions schedule
Why Families Choose
- Creative STEAM curriculum
- Yamaha Flagship Music Education Partner
- Personal development programmes
- Values-led education
- Russell Group university placements
Fees & Financials
Original currency: £14,995-£18,660 per term.
Boarding Life
Each boarding house has experienced house staff and five teachers. Diverse programme of evening and weekend activities including baking in house kitchens, sports matches, trips to theme parks, and cultural trips to London and Oxford.
Students in Years 7, 8 and 9 have separate wings for girls and boys, while students in Years 10 and above live in single-sex senior boarding houses. Each boarding house has experienced house staff and five teachers living there with a warm, relaxed family-like atmosphere.
Student Life
3 boarding houses with separate arrangements for Years 7-9 (gender-separated wings) and Years 10+ (single-sex houses)
Facilities & Programmes
Student Demographics
School Background
private
Quaker
ISA Award for Senior School of the Year 2023-24ISA Award for Future Readiness 2024ISA Award for Pupil Personal Development