Ratcliffe College is a A-Level / GCSE school in Leicestershire, United Kingdom. Founded in 1847. It serves 916 students for students aged 3–18. Annual tuition ranges from $34,119 to $51,252 USD.
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Key Details
Scholarships Available
Academic Scholarships (Music, Sports, Art, Drama and Multi-talented) available for Year 7 and Year 12 entry with 5-20% fee remission. Bursary awards for talented students from low-income families up to 80% of fees, exceptionally up to 100%. Awards for Year 7 and Year 12 entry only. All subject to parental means testing.
Academic Performance
ISI Inspection Report
All Independent School Standards have been met. The school provides high-quality pastoral care and boarding provision, with a well-structured curriculum and effective teaching enabling pupils to learn and achieve well. Key development areas include creating more opportunities for pupils to apply learning in complex and independent ways.
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About
Ratcliffe College is a traditional co-educational Catholic boarding and day school founded in 1847, set in 200 acres of grounds in rural Leicestershire. The college combines academic excellence with a vibrant, inclusive boarding community that celebrates international diversity and develops resilience through its Catholic mission.
School data verified by NanaSays. Last updated: April 2026.
Why Families Choose
- Academic excellence (top 1% Value Added at A-Level)
- Catholic ethos and mission
- Strong international boarding community
- Extensive facilities including English Language Centre
- Balanced co-curricular programme
- High university placement rate
Fees & Financials
Original currency: £26,865 – £40,356 (depending on year and boarding type).
Facilities & Programmes
Student Demographics
School Background
Independent
Roman Catholic
Judged Excellent in all areas by ISI Inspection (May 2022)Top 1% Value Added results at A-Level