Sherborne School is an international school in Sherborne, United Kingdom. Founded in 1908. It serves 573 students for students aged 13–19. Annual tuition ranges from $13,303 to $16,415 USD.
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heathrow | 155 km | ~212 min | LHR — gateway for Bangkok, Singapore, Hong Kong, Dubai |
| Gatwick | 165 km | ~225 min | LGW — good for SE Asia, Middle East via BA/EK/QR |
| Birmingham | 175 km | ~238 min | BHX — Midlands gateway |
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Key Details
Scholarships Available
Means-tested bursaries are available. Contact the school admissions office for details.
Academic Performance
ISI Inspection Report
The school has established highly effective leadership and governance with strong evaluation and strategic direction. A significant strength is the coherent and integrated boarding community that reflects careful understanding of boarders' individual needs, with boarding staff providing thoroughly proactive and responsive pastoral care. All relevant standards relating to leadership, quality of education, pupils' physical and mental health, social and economic education, and safeguarding are met.
Key facts
Fees & the true cost of attendance
Published fees · inclusive of VAT
| Phase | Per term | Per year |
|---|---|---|
| Day Light (2026/27) | £12,175 | £36,525 |
| Day Boarding (2026/27) | £15,750 | £47,250 |
| Boarding (2026/27) | £19,350 | £58,050 |
| Day (2025/26) | £15,190 | £45,570 |
| Boarding (2025/26) | £19,200 | £57,600 |
Compulsory extras (on top of tuition)
| Item | Frequency | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime feeding | Per year | £550 |
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
Sherborne School, founded in 1550, is one of the leading independent schools in the country, built around Sherborne Abbey in a beautiful market town surrounded by rolling Dorset countryside. The all-boys school thrives on a balance between tradition and constant innovation, offering academic excellence, caring pastoral environment, and a busy extra-curricular life. With direct train access to London and tailored approaches to boys' education, Sherborne challenges every student to become a man of distinction.
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+ | Quest (Atom) assessments for scholarship candidates; Academic and Music scholarships available | Late November | By end of Year 5 |
| 13+ | Not specified in provided content | — | — |
| Sixth Form (16+) | Not specified in provided content | — | — |
How to apply
- Enquire or register online / by phone
- Attend Tour Morning or arrange individual visit to familiarise yourself with the school
- Complete admissions assessments (format and timing vary by entry point and scholarship status)
- Attend Assessment and Boarding Taster weekend (for scholarship candidates)
- Receive offer and secure place with deposit
What you'll need to submit
- Registration form
- School report (implied but not explicitly stated)
Open events
- Sherborne Boys Tour Mornings — 28 April 2026, 16 May 2026, 13 June 2026 (includes welcome from Headmaster, house tour, school tour, lunch with senior staff)
- Assessment and Boarding Taster weekend — Late November
- Virtual tours and virtual meetings with admissions team available
Scholarships: Sherborne Girls offers merit-based scholarships and exhibitions in Academic, Art & Design, Drama, Music, and Sport at 11+, 13+, and Sixth Form (Academic and Music only at 11+). Awards may be combined with means-tested bursarial support.
Admissions contact: 01935 810403; email enquiries available
Content covers Sherborne Boys and Sherborne Girls (related schools). Admissions detail is fragmented — open event dates and tour format are clear, but full admissions process (submission requirements, interview format, written papers) is not detailed in provided content. Scholarship information is more complete than general entry information.
Why Families Choose
- All-boys education with tailored approach to boys' learning and development
- Historic foundation (1550) located around Sherborne Abbey
- Balance of tradition and constant innovation
- Direct train access to London Waterloo
- Comprehensive pastoral care and extra-curricular engagement
Fees & Financials
Original currency: £12,925 boarding, £10,475 day.
Student Life
Student Demographics
School Background
Independent
Christian