Salisbury Cathedral School
Salisbury, Wiltshire · SP1 2EQ
Pupils
220
Day fees
£23k
Inspection
Not yet inspected
Salisbury Cathedral School is a coeducational day and boarding preparatory school set in the historic cathedral city of Salisbury, serving pupils aged 2–13. The school's identity is closely tied to Salisbury Cathedral, with a strong emphasis on chorister development, pastoral care, and a sense of community within a traditional boarding environment. Its appeal lies in the combination of academic rigour, musical excellence, and a distinctly cathedral-linked heritage that creates an atmosphere parents describe as 'special' and formative.
- →Chorister programme with direct links to Salisbury Cathedral and associated choral scholarships
- →Balanced blend of day and boarding flexibility, with strong pastoral support and house system
- →Rich co-curricular offer including music, drama, sport, and outdoor learning within a historic setting
Who thrives here
Pupils who thrive in a traditional, community-oriented prep environment with strong pastoral support; families valuing music and the arts; boarders and day pupils who benefit from stability and a clear values-based culture; those with musical aptitude seeking chorister development.
Strengths at a glance
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Contact & visit
1 The Close
Salisbury, Wiltshire
SP1 2EQ
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Frequently asked questions
What are the fees at Salisbury Cathedral School?
Day fees at Salisbury Cathedral School are approximately £23,490 per year (2025/26). Boarding fees are higher.
How do you get into Salisbury Cathedral School?
Salisbury Cathedral School admits pupils at 3+, 4+, 7+, 8+, 11+, 13+. Entry is assessed by Assessment Day, Interview. See the Admissions section above for open days and key dates.
Is Salisbury Cathedral School a boarding school?
Salisbury Cathedral School offers boarding as well as day places.
What parents say
Frequently praised
✓Warm, inclusive pastoral community with strong sense of belonging
✓Excellence in music and chorister development with cathedral links
✓Balanced curriculum and outdoor learning approach that nurtures wellbeing alongside academics
✓Flexible boarding model suitable for military and overseas families
✓Alumni report feeling 'lucky' to have attended; formative experience
Common concerns
!Not yet inspected by Ofsted, so regulatory assurance profile still being established
!Limited publicly available data on academic outcomes and progression to senior schools