Haileybury College
Hertford, Hertfordshire · SG13 7NU
Haileybury is a leading co-educational independent boarding and day school set across 500 acres of Hertfordshire countryside, located 20 miles north of London. With 913 pupils across entry points at 11, 13, and 16, the school blends traditional boarding values with modern co-education. It offers A Level, IB, and iGCSE pathways and has recently been recognized among the world's 100 leading private schools by Spear's Magazine.
- →Large, spacious rural campus with both boarding and day flexibility
- →Strong academic results across A Level, IB and iGCSE
- →Comprehensive co-curricular provision including STEM research centre, sport, drama, and outdoor adventure
- →Award-winning community and service initiatives (BSA Supporting Excellence Awards)
Who thrives here
Pupils seeking a traditional but contemporary boarding experience with strong pastoral care and diverse extracurricular opportunities; those drawn to a large, mixed-ability community with space to develop independence and leadership.
Strengths at a glance
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Haileybury College
Hertford, Hertfordshire
SG13 7NU
Nearest stations
Notable alumni
Dominic West
Actor (The Wire, Colette)
James Middleton
Entrepreneur, member of Middleton family
Recent investment
Frequently asked questions
What are the fees at Haileybury College?
Day fees at Haileybury College are approximately £43,035 per year (2026/27). Boarding fees are higher.
How do you get into Haileybury College?
Haileybury College admits pupils at 11+, 13+, 16+. Entry is assessed by Interview, Assessment. See the Admissions section above for open days and key dates.
What are Haileybury College's exam results?
At Haileybury College, 33.3% of A-levels were graded A*–B and 71.5% of GCSEs were grade 7/A or above. Full results are in the Results section above.
Is Haileybury College a boarding school?
Haileybury College offers boarding as well as day places.
What is Haileybury College's latest inspection rating?
ISI rated Haileybury College “Excellent” (2022).
What parents say
Frequently praised
✓Spacious, safe rural campus with strong pastoral care infrastructure
✓Excellent examination results and clear academic progress pathways
✓Breadth of co-curricular opportunity including unique STEM Research Centre
✓Strong community ethos and service-oriented culture
✓Flexibility of day and boarding options
Common concerns
!Not yet Ofsted-inspected (school opened/re-formed relatively recently in current form), so independent verification of quality standards limited
!Rural location may limit spontaneous access to London cultural resources compared to urban independent schools