· SL4 2JN
St John's Beaumont is a co-educational prep school set within 70 acres on the edge of Windsor Great Park, combining strong academic foundations with character-led education rooted in Jesuit values. Founded in 1888, the school serves pupils aged 3–13 and emphasises High Performance Learning, resilience, and service. With both day and boarding options, small class sizes, and specialist facilities including forest trails, an indoor pool, and climbing wall, it positions itself as a traditional feeder to leading senior schools including Eton, Harrow, Wellington, and Winchester.
Who thrives here
Pupils who thrive in traditional, pastoral environments with emphasis on character, service, and outdoor learning; families valuing Jesuit ethos and seeking boarding flexibility; children destined for competitive senior school entry.
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Priest Hill, Old Windsor, Berkshire
SL4 2JN
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Day fees at St Johns Beaumont are approximately £28,729 per year (2025/26). Boarding fees are higher.
St Johns Beaumont 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.
St Johns Beaumont offers boarding as well as day places.
ISI rated St Johns Beaumont “Excellent” (2021).
Frequently praised
✓Outstanding pastoral care and wellbeing focus embedded through High Performance Learning
✓Beautiful country estate and forest environment supporting both academics and character development
✓Strong progression record to selective senior schools; transparent communication about destination outcomes
✓Small class sizes enabling individualised attention and support
Common concerns
!Rural location may increase transport/commute burden for some families despite rail access
!Not yet Ofsted-inspected, limiting independent verification of standards