Is The Marist School a boarding school or a day school?

The Marist School is a day school (independent). No residential boarding is offered.

Does The Marist School require an entrance exam?

No entrance exam is required at The Marist School. Admission is based on academic records and a school reference.

What ages does The Marist School accept?

The Marist School welcomes students aged 2 to 18.

How many students attend The Marist School?

The Marist School has approximately 447 students.

Is The Marist School accredited?

The Marist School is accredited by BSA.

What is the inspection rating of The Marist School?

The Marist School received a rating of "Standards Met" from ISI. The inspection found that The Marist School meets all relevant Independent School Standards.

The Marist School — International School in Ascot

The Marist School is an international school in Ascot, United Kingdom. Founded in 1947. It serves 447 students for students aged 2–18.

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Est. 1947

Year Founded

447

Students Enrolled

Boarding Available

Key Details

Accreditations

BSA

Academic Performance

Standards Met

ISI

ISI Inspection Report

The inspection found that The Marist School meets all relevant Independent School Standards. The school has well-planned teaching and knowledgeable teachers that result in good pupil progress and consistently high examination results. Leaders prioritize pupils' safety and wellbeing through an effective pastoral care system and strong safeguarding arrangements.

Academic Quality

Good

ISI Standards

Met

Key Strengths

Well-planned lessons by knowledgeable teachers resulting in good pupil progress and consistently high examination results

Caring and nurturing environment where kindness and mutual support are evident throughout the school

Effective pastoral care system focused on developing the 'Marist family' to support pupils' wellbeing and happiness

Strong safeguarding arrangements with leaders and staff suitably trained and with established links to external agencies

Pupils' engagement in community service and contribution to the school and local community through volunteering and charity work

Areas for Development

Ensure that marking and feedback is consistent across all subjects, especially in the prep school and the sixth form so that pupils know how to improve their work

Review the delivery of the RSE curriculum so that teaching more closely meets pupils' needs

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Key facts

Founded

1947

Ages

2–18 (Co-ed)

Pupils on roll

447

Inspectorate

ISI

About

The Marist School is a girls' school located in Sunninghill, Ascot, Berkshire. It is listed as a UK Affiliate member of the Boarding Schools' Association.

School data verified by NanaSays. Last updated: April 2026.