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Westonbirt School

Westonbirt, Tetbury — 90 minutes from London
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Ages2 – 19

Westonbirt School is an international school in Tetbury, United Kingdom. Founded in 1929. It serves 794 students for students aged 2–19.

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Location & Getting There

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90 minutes from London
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NanaSays Scorecard

Est. 1929
Year Founded
794
Students Enrolled
90%
University Placement
Boarding Available
Scholarships Available

Key Details

Accreditations
BSA
Languages of Instruction
English

Scholarships Available

Merit-based Scholarships

HM Armed Forces personnel are eligible for fee reductions: day pupils receive up to 10% reduction (subject to parents' circumstances), and full boarding students pay 10% of full fees if receiving Continuity of Education Allowance (CEA).

Academic Performance

90%
University Placement Rate
Standards Met
ISI

ISI Inspection Report

Westonbirt School meets all statutory Independent School Standards and regulatory requirements across all areas. The school demonstrates strong leadership, positive learning outcomes with pupils exceeding predicted grades, excellent pastoral care and wellbeing provision, and a strong sense of community that promotes British values. Key recommendations focus on improving consistency of teacher feedback and challenge in the senior school and ensuring pupils understand how their views are acted upon.

ISI Standards
Met
Key Strengths
Strong leadership that promotes pupils' wellbeing
Close monitoring of pupils' achievement and progress
Pupils achieve results that exceed expectations based on starting points
Positive learning environment with supportive relationships between pupils and teachers
Well-led and resourced early years setting
Extensive extra-curricular programme
Inclusive, collaborative environment that develops pupils' confidence and self-esteem
Safe, homely, welcoming boarding environment where boarders feel secure
Strong sense of community
High level of respect and tolerance towards diversity
Areas for Development
Ensure pupils understand how their views are taken into account in leaders' decision making
In the senior school, ensure teachers provide suitable challenge so pupils make consistently strong progress
In the senior school, ensure teachers consistently provide feedback that informs pupils how to improve their work
View Full ISI Report (2023-11-21)

Key facts

Founded
1929
Ages
2–19 (Co-ed)
Pupils on roll
794
Inspectorate
ISI

About

Westonbirt School is a co-educational independent day and boarding school for students aged 2 to 18, set within 210 acres of parkland grounds in the Cotswolds, 90 minutes from London. The school is rated excellent for academic achievement and personal development and is placed within the top 5% of schools for value added. It offers a range of boarding options including full, weekly, flexi, and day boarding within a breathtaking mansion setting.

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

Why Families Choose

Top 5% of schools for value added; rated excellent for academic achievement and personal development; 210-acre parkland Cotswolds estate; wide range of boarding options

University Destinations

90% of Westonbirt School graduates go on to higher education. Recent graduates have been accepted at universities including:

Durham
Les Roches
University of Warwick
University of Exeter
Royal Holloway
University of Liverpool

Student Demographics

School Type
co-ed
Age Range
2 – 19

School Background

Governance & Ownership

Independent

Religious Affiliation

Church of England

Frequently Asked Questions

Contact the admissions office at Westonbirt School directly for current fee information.