Taunton School

Taunton, Somerset

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1847

Founded

0 - 18

Age range

Co-ed

School type

£10,390 - £18,625

Boarding / term

In short

Taunton School is a co-ed boarding and day school in Taunton, Somerset, educating pupils aged 0 - 18 and founded in 1847. Boarding fees are £10,390 - £18,625 per term. Our advice on this school is independent and free.

Type: Co-ed boarding & day
Boarders from: 7 - 18
Ethos
Guardian required: Yes

Known for International & EAL

About

About Taunton

The story, ethos and character of Taunton.

Setting: Town
Head: Mr James Johnson

Traditional co-educational boarding and day school for pupils aged 0-18 years. Founded in 1847. Located on the edge of Taunton Town - only 1hr 40mins direct train from London Paddington. Outstanding facilities including two swimming pools, multiple astroturf pitches, a fitness suite, a modern theatre, a music school, a spacious library, well-equipped art studios and latest IT suites.

Lively international community leading the way in independent education, with over 50 nationalities. Offer A Levels, IB, BTEC and Foundation at Sixth Form, plus USA University and SAT preparation and testing. Taunton School comprises of Nursery, Pre-Preparatory, Preparatory, Senior, Sixth Form and Taunton School International (TSI).

We work hard to ensure every student can succeed and leave Taunton School with a wealth of knowledge, both academically and socially. Taunton Senior School Taunton School International Taunton School Preparatory Taunton Summer School A traditional British Boarding School with an international feel An International School offering intensive preparation for Sixth Form education A traditional British Preparatory School providing a solid educational foundation Summer School offering a wide range of courses taught by our year-round teachers Ages 13-18 Ages 15-18 Ages 7-13 Ages 7-17 Pre-GCSE 2 year GCSE A Level IB Diploma BTEC 1 year GCSE/Pre-IB Pre Foundation Foundation Year Preparatory School courses International ESOL From level A1 to C2 School history From the very beginning Taunton School has been innovative in both its academic, social and pastoral education to students.

The School was founded in 1847. Due to its non-conformist foundation, the School has always been able to boast an inclusive, broad-minded and welcoming character. It moved to its present site in 1870. The original house, Fairwater, dating from the 18th century, is now a boys' boarding house.