Wycliffe College
Stonehouse, Gloucestershire · GL10 2JQ
Wycliffe College is a well-established independent all-through school in the Cotswolds offering education from age 3 to 18 with a strong boarding tradition and balanced academic approach. Known for its inclusive ethos, it combines rigorous academics with extensive co-curricular opportunities across sport, performing arts, and outdoor education. The school attracts both day and boarding pupils, with particular strength in its military families provision and international student support.
- →All-through education from nursery to sixth form with established pastoral continuity
- →Strong boarding community with flexible flexi-boarding options alongside day provision
- →Specialist support for military families and international students with dedicated staff
- →Balanced academic curriculum with emphasis on individualised learning and discovery-based approaches
- →Comprehensive sport and performing arts programmes with specialist pathways in basketball, squash, and netball
Who thrives here
Wycliffe suits families seeking a nurturing, inclusive independent education in a boarding context without excessive pressure, particularly military families, expat families, and pupils who thrive in an all-through community. It also appeals to families wanting breadth alongside academic rigour and pupils with diverse learning needs who benefit from individualised support.
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Contact & visit
Bath Road
Stonehouse, Gloucestershire
GL10 2JQ
Nearest stations
Notable alumni
Sir Hugh Trenchard
Founder of the RAF
Charles Bradlaugh
Politician and social reformer
Recent investment
Frequently asked questions
What are the fees at Wycliffe College?
Day fees at Wycliffe College are approximately £32,868 per year (2025/26). Boarding fees are higher.
How do you get into Wycliffe College?
Wycliffe College admits pupils at 3+, 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 Wycliffe College's exam results?
At Wycliffe College, 13.1% of A-levels were graded A*–B and 22.9% of GCSEs were grade 7/A or above. Full results are in the Results section above.
Is Wycliffe College a boarding school?
Wycliffe College offers boarding as well as day places.
What is Wycliffe College's latest inspection rating?
ISI rated Wycliffe College “Excellent” (2022).
What parents say
Frequently praised
✓Nurturing, inclusive ethos with strong pastoral care across boarding and day
✓Excellent support for military families and expat children with dedicated provision
✓Well-rounded education balancing academics with sport, arts, and outdoor pursuits
✓Specialist learning support effectively integrated without stigma
✓Flexible boarding options accommodate different family circumstances
✓Strong sense of community and pupil well-being prioritised alongside achievement
Common concerns
!Not yet Ofsted inspected (awaiting first inspection) may concern some parents seeking recent independent validation
!Located in rural setting may limit some urban amenities and cultural opportunities compared to city-centre schools
!Less academically selective or pressurised than some peer group schools; may not suit families seeking highest-performing cohort