All-ThroughCo-educationalBoardingISI · Good
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LVS Ascot

Ascot, Berkshire · SL5 8DR

AAB+ A-level

10.2%

9–7 GCSE

27.6%

Day fees

£19k

Inspection

Good

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LVS Ascot is a large, coeducational all-through independent school in Berkshire offering day and boarding education from age 4 to 18. The school emphasises breadth across academics, sport, music, and drama, with structured pathways including Oxbridge, medicine, aviation, and performing arts specialisms. Its location near Windsor and accessible position in the South East makes it popular with both UK families and international boarders.

  • Established all-through provision from Infants to Sixth Form with smooth transition pathways
  • Strong co-curricular provision including sport (Southampton FC partnership), music, drama, and multiple enrichment pathways (Oxbridge, medical, aviation, performing arts)
  • Flexible boarding and day options with international boarding programme and pastoral support networks

Who thrives here

Pupils who thrive in a broad, well-rounded environment with access to multiple pathways and strong co-curricular opportunities; families seeking continuity from Infants through Sixth Form; international families drawn to UK education with boarding facilities.

Strengths at a glance

Exam results50th pctSports70th pctCo-curricular50th pctValue vs peers50th pctPastoral & wellbeing100th pct

Percentiles within UK independent + grammar schools we track.

At a glance

School typeAll-Through · Boarding
Founded1803
Number of pupils840
Day pupils649
Boarders176
Sixth form161
Pupils with SEND214
Age range4–18
GenderCo-educational
Day fees£18.7k/yr
Boarding fees£39.2k/yr
AssociationsISC
Settingsuburban
LocationWell-positioned in Ascot on the edge of the Home Counties with direct rail links to London (Waterloo c. 45 minutes). Bus services operate to surrounding areas. Close to Windsor, Sunningdale, and easy motorway access (M25, M4).

Contact & visit

London Road

Ascot, Berkshire

SL5 8DR

www.lvs.ascot.sch.uk
01344882770
Mrs Christine Cunniffe, Principal

Nearest stations

Ascot railway station8 min
Virginia Water railway station12 min
Egham railway station15 min

Frequently asked questions

What are the fees at LVS Ascot?

Day fees at LVS Ascot are approximately £18,702 per year (2025/26). Boarding fees are higher.

How do you get into LVS Ascot?

LVS Ascot admits pupils at 4+, 7+, 8+, 11+, 13+, 16+. Entry is assessed by Interview, Assessment. See the Admissions section above for open days and key dates.

What are LVS Ascot's exam results?

At LVS Ascot, 10.2% of A-levels were graded A*–B and 27.6% of GCSEs were grade 7/A or above. Full results are in the Results section above.

Is LVS Ascot a boarding school?

LVS Ascot offers boarding as well as day places.

What is LVS Ascot's latest inspection rating?

ISI rated LVS Ascot “Good” (2019).

What parents say

Frequently praised

All-through continuity reducing transitions and supporting pastoral consistency

Breadth of co-curricular pathways catering to diverse pupil interests

International boarding provision with structured pastoral support

Specialist pathways (Oxbridge, medicine, performing arts, aviation) delivering focused support

Strong sport and music provision across the school

Common concerns

!Not yet inspected by Ofsted, limiting independent validation of standards

!Large pupil roll (840) may limit individualisation in teaching and pastoral care

!Annual day fees not published, making cost transparency difficult for prospective parents