Independent SeniorCo-educationalBoardingOfsted · Not yet inspected

Bishopstrow College

Warminster, Wiltshire · BA12 9HU

A*–B A-level

9–7 GCSE

Day fees

£33k

Inspection

Not yet inspected

School website

Bishopstrow College is a small, independent coeducational boarding and day school located in rural Wiltshire serving pupils from age 7 to 16. With just 55 pupils, it offers a highly personalised education in a close-knit community setting. The school emphasises traditional values, individual attention, and all-round development in a pastoral environment.

  • Exceptionally small cohorts enabling highly individualised teaching and pastoral care
  • Welcoming boarding ethos with flexible boarding options to suit family needs
  • Rural Wiltshire location providing safe, countryside environment away from urban pressures

Who thrives here

Pupils who benefit from close staff relationships, smaller class sizes, and a supportive community; those seeking a traditional independent school education without the pressures of larger institutions; boarders seeking a family-like atmosphere.

Strengths at a glance

Exam resultsno dataSports30th pctCo-curricularno dataValue vs peers50th pctPastoral & wellbeingno data

Percentiles within UK independent + grammar schools we track.

At a glance

School typeIndependent Senior · Boarding
Number of pupils55
Age range7–18
GenderCo-educational
Day fees£33k/yr
Boarding fees£43.5k/yr
AssociationsISC
Settingrural
LocationRural location near Warminster; accessible by rail to London Waterloo via Salisbury. School likely arranges coach transfers from major stations.

Contact & visit

Bishopstrow Road, Bishopstrow

Warminster, Wiltshire

BA12 9HU

www.bishopstrow.com
01985219210
Ms Josephine Velthoven, Principal

Nearest stations

Warminster3 min
Salisbury20 min

Frequently asked questions

What are the fees at Bishopstrow College?

Day fees at Bishopstrow College are approximately £33,000 per year (2024/25). Boarding fees are higher.

How do you get into Bishopstrow College?

Bishopstrow College admits pupils at 7+, 8+, 11+, 13+, 16+. Entry is assessed by Interview, Assessment. See the Admissions section above for open days and key dates.

Is Bishopstrow College a boarding school?

Bishopstrow College offers boarding as well as day places.

What parents say

Frequently praised

Individualised attention and knowing all staff personally

Safe, secure rural boarding environment with family ethos

Flexible, supportive approach to pupils with varying needs

Common concerns

!Very small cohorts may limit peer diversity and social breadth

!Limited subject choice or sixth-form progression pathways typical of tiny schools

!School has not yet been inspected by Ofsted, making recent performance unclear