Bishop's Stortford College
Bishop's Stortford College is a co-ed boarding and day school in Stortford, Hertfordshire, educating pupils aged 3 - 18 and founded in 1868. Boarding fees are £17,365 - £18,018 per term. Our advice on this school is independent and free.
- Type
- Co-ed boarding & day
- Boarders from
- 13 - 18
- Ethos
- Christian
- Guardian required
- Yes
About Bishop's Stortford College
The story, ethos and character of Bishop's Stortford College.
- Setting
- Town
- Ethos
- Christian
- Head
- Mr John Maguire College
At Bishop's Stortford College, we have built a wonderful, busy, often highly successful community. Within this environment your child's personal journey of discovery will begin the moment they join us. Our school offers the whole package: breadth of opportunity, depth of academic enquiry, and quality of human values and skills, all within a future-oriented climate of endeavour that recognises tomorrow more than yesterday.
Qualifications and Qualities Academic qualifications are a prime focus for us, yet we know that qualifications alone will not suffice for a life fully lived. Human qualities of decency and kindness are also a large part of the ticket to success.
Together, qualifications and qualities are what an education for and tomorrow must deliver.
We are an academically selective school. With our value-added scores among the best in the country, it means we make a difference. Breadth and Balance From whatever age your child joins us, life will be busy. They will be doing lots of different things, learning how to prioritise - to take charge of what they are doing and when.
But even more importantly, your child will quickly find things they enjoy and become good at. When they leave us, they will be well prepared for life beyond school, with a combination of abilities, some social, some academic and with choices - choices as to where to direct their efforts and enthusiasm.
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Academics at Bishop's Stortford College
What pupils study at Bishop's Stortford College — and where it takes them.
with the addition of three optional subjects. All pupils take non GCSE courses in Physical Education and Swimming. Additionally, all pupils peruse a programme of Personal, Social and Health Education, consisting of a mixture of lectures, seminars and conventional lessons.
Sixth Formers choose three A Level subjects from the 23 on offer. Our Sixth Form Award, a unique programme bespoke to each individual, is designed to give students the opportunity to branch out, have fun and build a portfolio of lifelong skills.
Programmes offered
Subjects offered
Where our leavers go
Our Sixth Formers face a challenging world in which they must make their way. Whilst we want your time with us to be fulfilling, rich and enjoyable, it is not an end in itself.
School is just one phase of a whole life of learning and change in which you will need to show adaptability, resilience and initiative. The attitude of a typical Stortfordian has a special quality about it, a quality which enables our young people to turn dreams into reality.
An education at Bishop's Stortford College, with all its possibilities, means you should be ready to contribute constructively to society and play a full role in it. "The College has so many strengths but I believe it is the breadth, rather than the success of any one part, that is its true strength. You get so much more than simply passing exams.
There is no other school in the area where you are able to succeed in any combination of academic, sport, drama, music, art and many other interest areas all at the same time, giving you the widest education possible and fulfilling your potential." SIXTH FORM LEAVER Alumni of Bishop's Stortford College, known as Old Stortfordians, can be found in so many different walks of life. Many have gone on to be highly regarded leaders and influencers in their field of work, be it industry, education, healthcare, politics, sport, the arts...
The Bishop's Stortford College community extends beyond the school years through the Old Stortfordian Society. With thousands of members, it is a great way to keep in touch, both with each other and with the College.
Figures are indicative — contact us for the latest results.
Boarding at Bishop's Stortford College
Day-to-day boarding life and pastoral care at Bishop's Stortford College.
- Boarding houses
- Girls 2, Boys 2, Mixed 0
- Exeat weekends
- Yes
- Guardian required
- Yes
- Saturday lessons
- No
Boarding provides the highest octane of College life and offers an inclusive environment where the unique backgrounds and perspectives of boarders are shared and celebrated, and lifelong friendships are made. Our vibrant boarding community thrive on shared experiences and meaningful connections which develop from living together in our welcoming home away from home boarding houses.
Boarding with us is wonderful preparation for what you will encounter in life after school. We recognise the significance of independence and provide a structured yet flexible environment that encourages self-reliance and personal responsibility; all under the nurturing guidance of our friendly staff.
A genuine home away from home
Young House and Trotman House offer boarding for girls in the Senior School - full, weekly or part-time. Trotman House is our newest girls' facility, opened in October 2017 and offers state of the art en suite accommodation. Young House is our original girls' boarding house.
Robert Pearce House and Rowe House offer boarding for boys in the Senior School - full, weekly or part-time. Rowe House is a brand new house which opened in October 2017 offering state of the art en suite accommodation. RPH opened after extensive refurbishment in January 2018.
We can arrange trusted UK guardianship for international families.
Bishop's Stortford College admissions
How children join Bishop's Stortford College, and how we make it simple.
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Assessment, offer & enrolment
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What you'll typically need
- Recent school reports or transcript
- Passport copy
- English-language evidence (if applicable)
- Completed registration form
- A reference from the current school
3) we consider that they will make a positive contribution to the boarding community and the wider College population. One term stays are possible subject to availability. Please contact us with your enquiries and we will deal with each on a case-by-case basis.
Special notes to agents about entry to the school All agents, please register in Open Apply in order to follow the progress of any pupils you put forward through our application process. We can take pupils for a minimum of one year in the Prep School and ideally for a minimum of two years in the Senior School although we will consider shorter stays on a case by case basis."Learning Support has changed my life for the better and has helped improve my learning" - Fourth Form Pupil Our dedicated Higher Education and Careers Advice team pupils from the age of 13 through to the completion of their A Levels and beyond with expert guidance and advice on careers, options, courses and the UCAS process.
As your advisors we manage the application end-to-end at no cost.
Bishop's Stortford College fees & funding
What Bishop's Stortford College costs, what's included, and how we help with funding.
What termly boarding fees include
- Tuition
- Boarding accommodation
- All meals
- Pastoral & house care
- Most academic materials
Funding & scholarships
Registration deposits, EAL tuition, uniform and trips are usually charged separately. Many schools offer academic, sport, music and art scholarships plus means-tested bursaries — ask us and we'll send a full, current breakdown for Bishop's Stortford College.
Fees change year to year and by entry point. As your independent advisors we hold up-to-date figures and can compare Bishop's Stortford College against similar schools so you know exactly what to budget.
Figures shown are the latest we hold — we'll confirm current fees on enquiry.
Bishop's Stortford College location & travel
Where Bishop's Stortford College is, and how to get there.
Travel details Address Maze Green Road, Bishop's Stortford , Hertfordshire, CM23 2PQ, England Airport transfer Pupils leaving school at half and end of term have taxis arranged for their airport transfers. Travel time to London by train Less than 1 hour Telephone +44 1279 838575 Website https://www.
bishopsstortfordcollege. org/ +3 photos Most convenient airports Airport Distance (miles) Drive time (minutes) 1. London Stansted 8 10 2. London City 35 53 3. London Heathrow 66 75 Most convenient train stations Station Distance (miles) Drive time (minutes) 1.
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