Stonar School is an international school in Wiltshire, United Kingdom. Founded in 1935. It serves 451 students for students aged 2–18.
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Location & Getting There
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Key Details
Scholarships Available
Academic scholarships offered in Senior School to talented new pupils at all entry levels. Additional awards for Music, Drama, Sport, and Riding. Candidates sit Common Entrance or Stonar Entrance examination in early January. Sixth Form Scholarship assessments held towards end of Autumn Term prior to entry.
Academic Performance
ISI Inspection Report
All relevant Standards are met. The school is led effectively with a clear vision focused on pupils' wellbeing and core values of kindness, industry, positive participation and contribution. Teachers demonstrate high levels of subject knowledge and provide effective lessons supporting pupils' progress, while the school maintains high standards of conduct and provides comprehensive support for pupils' emotional wellbeing.
Key facts
About
Stonar School is a co-educational day and boarding school for ages 3-18 combining all-round education with a wide-ranging curriculum and extensive extracurricular activities. The school features an internationally renowned Equestrian Centre and maintains partnerships with 21 schools worldwide, providing global educational opportunities. Located in 80 acres of parkland near Bath, Stonar achieves outstanding academic results and offers excellent facilities including a theatre, music school, swimming pool, and strong pastoral care.
School data verified by NanaSays. Last updated: April 2026.
What Makes This School Different
Academic Results
Admissions
| Entry point | Assessment | Assessment date | Registration deadline |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nursery | Individual settling visits with parent and child | Flexible | Ongoing |
| Reception (Year 1) | Taster day and transition programme | September | Ongoing |
| Year 7 (age 11) | Entrance Assessment Day (online tests in Literacy, Numeracy, Verbal/Non-Verbal Reasoning) and interview | January | 10 November |
| Year 9 (age 13) | Entrance Assessment Day (online tests) and interview | January | 10 November |
| Sixth Form (age 16) | Interview with Headmaster or Head of Sixth Form; no entrance exam required | November for scholarship applicants; ongoing for standard entry | 10 November for scholarships; rolling admissions thereafter |
How to apply
- Visit the school (individual tour or open day)
- Complete registration form and submit to Admissions Team
- Attend entrance assessment day (if applicable) with online tests and interview
- Receive decision letter from school
- Accept offer with signed acceptance form and non-refundable acceptance fee
What you'll need to submit
- Online registration form
- Current school report
- Passport copy (for international students)
- Medical information where relevant
- References from current school
Open events
- Senior School Open Mornings — 20 September annually
- Senior and Sixth Form Open Days — May and September (Saturday 16 May 2026; Saturday 26 September 2026)
- Prep Open Day — Friday 15 May annually
- Sixth Form Taster Day — June (29 June 2026)
- Individual visits throughout the year
Scholarships: Academic, Art, Drama, Music and Sports scholarships assessed in January for Years 7 and 9; November for Sixth Form. Riding scholarships also available.
Admissions contact: [email protected]; 01225 701740 or 01225 701741
Key entry points at ages 4, 11, 13 and 16; other year groups considered subject to availability. Assessment day 08:30-16:00. Applications can be processed within 2 weeks in certain circumstances. International students interviewed online; EAL assessment required.
Why Families Choose
- Internationally renowned Equestrian Centre
- Global partnerships with 21 schools
- All-round education
- Diverse boarding options
- Outstanding academic results
- Excellent pastoral care
Facilities & Programmes
Student Demographics
School Background
Independent