Trent College
Trent College is a co-ed boarding and day school in Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, educating pupils aged 0 - 18 and founded in 1868. Boarding fees are £16,824 - £17,295 per term. Our advice on this school is independent and free.
- Type
- Co-ed boarding & day
- Boarders from
- 11 - 18
- Ethos
- Anglican
- Guardian required
- Yes
About Trent College
The story, ethos and character of Trent College.
- Setting
- Suburb
- Ethos
- Anglican
- Head
- Mr Bill Penty
Trent College is a flourishing co-educational day and boarding school where pupils benefit from an exceptional all-round education, preparing them for successful, fulfilling lives beyond school. Set within a spacious, safe, and picturesque campus in Nottinghamshire, the school offers a vibrant environment where academic ambition, personal development, and community spirit thrive.
The school's extensive facilities enrich every aspect of the pupil experience. From cutting-edge science laboratories and a state-of-the-art graphics studio to a professional-standard theatre and a magnificent library, Trent College offers the resources needed to nurture talent and curiosity.
The school's provision for sport and music is equally impressive, supporting both elite performance and broad participation.
Pupils leave Trent not only with excellent academic credentials but also with the confidence, resilience, and character to thrive in the wider world. What the school is known for? At the heart of Trent College's ethos is a commitment to academic excellence and educational fulfilment.
Pupils are inspired by high-quality teaching across a broad curriculum, with learning tailored to individual strengths and aspirations. The school's most recent ISI inspection praised the pupils' strong academic outcomes, noting that they make excellent progress and demonstrate high levels of knowledge, understanding, and skills across subjects.
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Academics at Trent College
What pupils study at Trent College — and where it takes them.
include: English, Maths, Physics, Biology, Chemistry, Geography, History, Art, Drama, Music, Sport, Latin, Photography, Classical Civilisation and Business. +1 photos English as an additional English as a 'lingua franca' is used by over 800 million people worldwide and therefore the importance of a strong, well-structured and engaging ESL programme, both for our overseas students' immediate immersion in school life at Trent, and their long-term development as young professionals, cannot be underestimated.
Our aim is to enhance Trent's reputation as an outstanding education provider for overseas students, which equips learners with the knowledge and confidence to be able to engage with our rich curriculum, to the extent that their contributions are reflective of their individual ability in each subject, rather than simply their ability to communicate in English.
Programmes offered
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Where our leavers go
2023/24 University Destinations We are very proud of our students' achievements with over 90% of all students obtaining places at their chosen universities in 2023/24. Over the last 3 years we have placed 250 students at university.
105 students at Russell Group research-led universities 29 students at UK top 10 universities 80 students at UK top 20 universities 45 students at World top 100 universities Examples include: Biochemistry at University of Bath, Maths at University of Manchester, History and International Relations at King's College London, Economics at University College London, Law at Durham University, Computer Science at University of Nottingham. Careers Guidance | Sixth Form | Trent College (trentschools. net) Academic Success | Sixth Form | Trent College (trentschools. net)
Figures are indicative — contact us for the latest results.
Boarding at Trent College
Day-to-day boarding life and pastoral care at Trent College.
- Boarding houses
- Girls 1, Boys 1, Mixed 0
- Exeat weekends
- Yes
- Guardian required
- Yes
- Saturday lessons
- No
College delivers an authentic British boarding school experience. With only 7% of our students from overseas, we provide a first-class education immersed in English , culture and way of life. Our school community brings together young people from 15 different nationalities.
We offer students extensive opportunity to progress and achieve in all areas of school life, including academics, sport, art and music. Our full boarding fees include:• August Induction Programme for new boarders• 4 lessons of EAL (English as an Additional Language) per week• One music lesson per week• School breakfasts, lunches and teas• All textbooks and examination entry fees• Weekend activities and trips A day in the life of a school boarder | Trent College & The Elms (trentschools.
A genuine home away from home
Points of difference - All inclusive fees - No additional charge for EAL provision - No textbook charges [c. £200] - No additional charge for weekend trips [c. £1000 p. a] - One free professional instrumental lesson per week for full boarders [c.
£1500 p. a.] - Continuity of term time accommodation [Supervised exeat provision] - Ease of access to the heart of England and Peak District National Park - Easy access to outstanding local amenities and culture (Elite football; rugby; hockey; cricket; tennis; ice hockey; music; art; theatre and more) - Excellent travel network At Trent College, boarding is more than accommodation - it's a vibrant, nurturing community where pupils thrive both personally and academically.
We can arrange trusted UK guardianship for international families.
Trent College admissions
How children join Trent 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
Special notes to agents about entry to the school Students can join us at the start of our school year in September or throughout the academic year. Where possible, we encourage families to tour our school before registering for a . As an academically selective school, we assess applicants for Years 7 to 11 in English and Maths.
Year 12 applicants will be assessed in at least two of their A Level options. Following assessments, we invite students to interview, in or online. Please contact admissions@trentcollege. net for more information or download the Agent Handbook for details of our admissions process.
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Trent College fees & funding
What Trent 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 Trent College.
Fees change year to year and by entry point. As your independent advisors we hold up-to-date figures and can compare Trent College against similar schools so you know exactly what to budget.
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Trent College location & travel
Where Trent College is, and how to get there.
Travel details Address Derby Road, Long Eaton, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, NG10 4AD, England Airport transfer We recommend and use D&G Cars for airport transfers: https://www. dgcars. co. uk/ Travel time to London by train Less than 2 hours Telephone +44 (0)115 849 4949 Website https://www.
trentschools. net/ Most convenient airports Airport Distance (miles) Drive time (minutes) 1. East Midlands 9 15 2. Birmingham 43 45 3. London Heathrow 125 120 4. London Gatwick 160 190 Most convenient train stations Station Distance (miles) Drive time (minutes) 1.
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