PrepCo-educationalBoardingISI · Excellent

Stamford Junior School

Stamford, Lincolnshire · PE9 2LR

Pupils

334

Established

1,532

Day fees

£14k

Inspection

Excellent

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School website

Stamford Junior School is the preparatory arm of the Stamford Endowed Schools family, offering a broad and nurturing education for children aged 3 to 13 in the historic market town of Stamford, Lincolnshire. Sharing the ethos and resources of one of the East Midlands' most respected independent school groups, it combines academic rigour with a warm, inclusive atmosphere that places the whole child at the centre. The school benefits from close links with Stamford School and Stamford High School, providing a clear and well-supported pathway through to sixth form. Its modest boarding provision makes it an appealing option for families from across the region who want structured, caring residential life from a young age.

  • Strong continuity within the Stamford Endowed Schools family, offering a seamless prep-to-senior pathway
  • Access to impressive shared facilities including sports pitches, performing arts venues, and swimming pool
  • Caring, small-community feel with individual attention and well-known pastoral support
  • Boarding available from a young age, suiting rural and ex-pat families seeking weekly or full boarding

Who thrives here

Pupils who flourish with a structured yet friendly environment, enjoying a broad curriculum that balances academics with sport, music, and the arts. It particularly suits children from Lincolnshire and surrounding counties whose families value continuity through to A-level within a well-established school group.

Strengths at a glance

Exam resultsno dataSports50th pctCo-curricular50th pctValue vs peers50th pctPastoral & wellbeing83rd pct

Percentiles within UK independent + grammar schools we track.

At a glance

School typePrep · Boarding
Founded1532
Number of pupils334
Day pupils394
Boarders13
Pupils with SEND73
Age range3–13
GenderCo-educational
Day fees£14.4k/yr
Boarding fees£22.5k/yr
AssociationsISC, IAPS, Stamford Endowed Schools
Settingurban
LocationStamford station is on the Peterborough–Leicester line, making the school accessible from Peterborough (approx. 20 min by rail) and the wider East Midlands. School coach services cover much of rural Lincolnshire, Rutland, and Northamptonshire.
EthosChurch of England (broadly Christian)

Contact & visit

Kettering Road

Stamford, Lincolnshire

PE9 2LR

ses.lincs.sch.uk
01780484400
Mr Matthew O'Reilly, Headteacher

Nearest stations

Stamford10 min

Notable alumni

Daniel Lambert

Historical figure associated with Stamford

Malcolm Sargent

Renowned orchestral conductor

Recent investment

Ongoing investment in shared Stamford Endowed Schools estate including sports and arts facilities
Refurbishment of junior school classrooms and early years provision

Frequently asked questions

What are the fees at Stamford Junior School?

Day fees at Stamford Junior School are approximately £14,400 per year (2024/25). Boarding fees are higher.

How do you get into Stamford Junior School?

Stamford Junior School admits pupils at 3+, 4+, 7+, 8+, 11+. Entry is assessed by Assessment Day, Interview. See the Admissions section above for open days and key dates.

Is Stamford Junior School a boarding school?

Stamford Junior School offers boarding as well as day places.

What is Stamford Junior School's latest inspection rating?

ISI rated Stamford Junior School “Excellent” (2017).

What parents say

Frequently praised

Warm and caring pastoral environment where children are known as individuals

Strong continuity and easy transition into Stamford senior schools

Excellent breadth of sport, music, and drama opportunities relative to school size

Accessible and responsive teaching staff

Common concerns

!Day fee transparency could be improved for prospective parents comparing value

!Rural location means most pupils are car or coach dependent

!Boarding numbers are small so the residential community is limited at junior level