Concord College
Shrewsbury, Shropshire · SY5 7PF
Concord College is a prominent independent boarding and day school set on a 73-acre rural estate near Shrewsbury, with a distinct international character and strong academic reputation. The school attracts a substantial proportion of overseas students and emphasises both intellectual rigour and holistic development through enrichment. It has established itself as a 'world-leading international boarding school' with particular strength in university preparation and pastoral care for boarders.
- →Strong international boarding provision with dedicated pastoral infrastructure and guardianship support for overseas pupils
- →Academic rigour combined with excellent university placement record, including Oxbridge and Russell Group destinations
- →Extensive enrichment and outdoor education programmes, including expeditions, Duke of Edinburgh, and wide co-curricular offer
Who thrives here
Ambitious, resilient pupils—particularly those from international backgrounds—who thrive in a structured boarding environment with high academic expectations and strong extracurricular engagement. It suits students seeking a traditional UK boarding experience with international diversity.
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Contact & visit
Acton Burnell Hall
Shrewsbury, Shropshire
SY5 7PF
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Frequently asked questions
What are the fees at Concord College?
Day fees at Concord College are approximately £34,500 per year (2024/25). Boarding fees are higher.
How do you get into Concord College?
Concord College admits pupils at 13+, 16+. Entry is assessed by Interview, Assessment. See the Admissions section above for open days and key dates.
What are Concord College's exam results?
At Concord College, 62.5% of A-levels were graded A*–B and 85.3% of GCSEs were grade 7/A or above. Full results are in the Results section above.
Is Concord College a boarding school?
Concord College offers boarding as well as day places.
What is Concord College's latest inspection rating?
ISI rated Concord College “Excellent” (2019).
What parents say
Frequently praised
✓Strong pastoral care and wellbeing systems, especially for international boarders
✓Academic rigour and university preparation excellence
✓Vibrant extracurricular and enrichment opportunities with outdoor/expedition focus
Common concerns
!Not yet inspected by Ofsted, limiting independent external validation of provision
!Significant international intake may affect cultural integration for some UK day pupils