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The Pilgrims' School

The Pilgrims' School, 3 The Close, Winchester, SO23 9LT
"''To be a Pilgrim''"
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Ages4 – 13

The Pilgrims' School is an international school in Winchester, United Kingdom. It serves 235 students for students aged 4–13.

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Location & Getting There

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The Pilgrims' School — Campus
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The Pilgrims' School — Classrooms
The Pilgrims' School — Boarding

NanaSays Scorecard

235
Students Enrolled
Boarding Available
Scholarships Available

Key Details

Accreditations
BSA
Languages of Instruction
English

Scholarships Available

Merit-based Scholarships

Recent scholarships awarded to Winchester College, Eton, Radley, Canford, Sherborne, Marlborough, and Magdalen College School in academic, music, art, and sport.

Academic Performance

Standards Met
ISI

ISI Inspection Report

The school meets all regulatory standards with no further action required. The educational quality inspection rates pupils' academic achievement and personal development as excellent, with pupils achieving very high levels of success and demonstrating exemplary behaviour and self-confidence.

Academic Quality
Excellent
Pastoral Care
Excellent
ISI Standards
Met
Key Strengths
Pupils consistently achieve a very high level of success with excellent outcomes for senior school entry
Pupils are highly articulate and communicate with clarity and confidence
Pupils are highly numerate and apply mathematical skills effectively across subjects
Exceptional musical talents and knowledge among pupils
Excellent range of extra-curricular clubs and activities
Exemplary behaviour and social development
Pupils demonstrate excellent self-confidence, resilience and perseverance
Areas for Development
Ensure that pupils are quickly engaged in their learning when the lesson lends itself to active involvement to sustain focus and interest
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Key facts

Ages
4–13 (Boys)
Pupils on roll
235
Inspectorate
ISI

About

The Pilgrims' School is a high achieving boys-only prep school in central Winchester offering full boarding to pupils aged 8-13. Known for exceptional pastoral care, outstanding academic results, and its position as a double choir school, the school combines personalised learning with a broad curriculum in games and the arts. The school feeds leading independent schools in the country.

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

Why Families Choose

  • Double choir school
  • Outstanding academic results
  • Feeds top independent schools
  • Exceptional pastoral care
  • Music is an exceptional strength
  • Personalised learning approach

Boarding Life

Boarding Type
Boarding
Single Rooms
Not available
Capacity
78 students

Themed dorms (superhero dorm, surf shack, Beano room, sports den), light and airy with ample storage, shower rooms, bathrooms, full laundry facilities, access to sports facilities (Puddle, cricket nets, adventure playground), IT room, Priory games room, Briggs Library, art studio, boarders' cinema room, and Numnums tuck shop

Full boarding for ages 8-13 in two houses (Main School and Q School) with themed dorms decorated with boys in mind, featuring radio alarms, adjacent shower rooms and bathrooms, and full laundry facilities

Student Life

House System

Two boarding houses: Main School (for Choristers and boys from all year groups) and Q School

Houses
MonksNormansRomansSaxonsWrens

Facilities & Programmes

Sports
Cricket nets
Puddle
Adventure playground
Arts
Music
Drama
Visual Arts
Design & Technology
Academic
Briggs Library
Art studio
IT room
Games room
Co-Curricular
Football
Rugby
Hockey
Cricket
Athletics

Student Demographics

School Type
Boys
Age Range
4 – 13
Student Body
Boarding capacity78

School Background

Governance & Ownership

Independent

Religious Affiliation

Non-denominational

Sports Programme

Facilities
Cricket netsPuddleAdventure playground

Frequently Asked Questions

Contact the admissions office at The Pilgrims' School directly for current fee information.