Queen Anne's School is a GCSE / A-Level school in Reading, United Kingdom. Founded in 1894. It serves 425 students for students aged 11–18. Annual tuition ranges from $17,482 to $20,258 USD.
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Location & getting here
Prosperous South East town with major business parks and excellent schools; 45 minutes by train to London, easy access to Heathrow for international families.
Nearest airports
Framed for international families — drive times are from the school, not the city centre.
| Airport | Distance | Drive from school | International note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heathrow | 35 km | ~56 min | LHR — gateway for Bangkok, Singapore, Hong Kong, Dubai |
| Luton | 61 km | ~89 min | LTN — European and budget carriers |
| Gatwick | 65 km | ~95 min | LGW — good for SE Asia, Middle East via BA/EK/QR |
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Key Details
Scholarships Available
Overseas sports scholarships mentioned, particularly in lacrosse.
Academic Performance
ISI Inspection Report
Queen Anne's School meets all Independent School Standards across leadership, education quality, pupil wellbeing, safeguarding, and social education. The school demonstrates strong leadership with a clear vision, a broad curriculum with above-average public examination attainment, and an enriching boarding experience with effective pastoral support. The main area for improvement is revising the planning and delivery of the relationships and sex education curriculum to better engage pupils.
Key facts
Fees & the true cost of attendance
Published fees · inclusive of VAT
| Phase | Per term | Per year |
|---|---|---|
| Day (Years 7-8) | £9,120 | £27,360 |
| Day (Year 9+) | £10,733 | £32,199 |
| Full Boarding | £17,943 | £53,829 |
| International Boarding | £19,182 | £57,546 |
| Weekly Boarding | £17,377 | £52,131 |
| Flexi Boarding (2 nights/week) | £13,800 | £41,400 |
Compulsory extras (on top of tuition)
| Item | Frequency | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Dance tuition | Per term | — |
| LAMDA (drama exams) | Per term | — |
| EAL (English as Additional Language) | 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 (6 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
Queen Anne's School is an inspirational day and boarding school for girls aged 11-18 located in 35 acres in Berkshire with easy access to London. With a rich history dating back to 1894, the school is known for outstanding academic excellence and pastoral care, with exceptional provision in Music, Performing Arts, English, and PE. The school achieves outstanding value-added results and has particular strength in lacrosse, with many students earning places on national sports teams and overseas scholarships.
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+ | Entrance examination and assessment | Autumn term | Monday 6 October 2025 (for September 2026) |
| 13+ | Entrance examination and assessment | Autumn/Winter term | Monday 8 December 2025 (for September 2026) |
| 16+ (Sixth Form) | Entrance examination and assessment | Autumn term | Monday 27 October 2025 (for September 2026) |
How to apply
- Complete online registration form
- Sit entrance assessments
- Receive offer of place
- Pay deposit (£1,250-£14,000 depending on category) to confirm place
- Sign Admissions Agreement
What you'll need to submit
- Online registration form
- Entrance exam results (completed on-site)
- Signed Admissions Agreement
- Deposit payment
Scholarships: Separate scholarship applications required with specific deadlines; all scholars must meet appropriate academic entry criteria
Admissions contact: [email protected] or +44 (0)118 918 7333
Entry points beyond 11+, 13+ and 16+ considered on individual basis where spaces available. Scholarship application deadlines: 11+ (6 Oct), 13+ (8 Dec), 16+ (27 Oct).
Why Families Choose
- Outstanding value-added at GCSE
- Exceptional Music and Performing Arts provision
- State-of-the-art music centre
- Strong lacrosse programme with national team placements
- Flexible boarding options
- Modern Sixth Form facilities
- Strong wellbeing programme
- Russell Group and Ivy League university destinations
University Destinations
Fees & Financials
Original currency: Day £8,962; Flexi boarding from £13,759; Full boarding £14,983; International boarding £15,951.
Boarding Life
35-acre campus in the heart of Berkshire with easy access to London. Extensive transport network with buses covering Henley, Marlow, and London. Wellbeing programme and pastoral care support.
Flexible boarding options available: Day Boarding, Flexi Boarding, Full Boarding, and Weekly Boarding (Monday to Sunday). Boarding age 11-18.
Facilities & Programmes
Student Demographics
School Background
Independent