Bishop's Stortford College
Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire, East of England · CM23 2PQ
Founded in 1868, Bishop's Stortford College is a large independent school in Hertfordshire offering both day and boarding places to around 640 mixed pupils. A generous staffing level shows in its pupil-to-teacher ratio of roughly 8 to 1, well below what most schools manage. The sixth form is substantial, with 240 students, and the College supports a notably broad range of needs, with around 15 per cent of pupils receiving SEN support. Means-tested bursaries are part of the picture too, with more than 30 students holding full bursaries.
640
Pupils
£29,586
Day fees / yr
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- Gender
- Mixed
- Type
- independent (fee-paying) school
- Pupils
- 640
- Pupil:teacher ratio
- 8
- Location
- Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire, East of England
- Website
- www.bishopsstortfordcollege.org
Entrance & admissions
- Entry age
- 11
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Headteacher
College head John Maguire
Latest results
Attainment 8
23.4
National average 46.9
GCSE grade 5+ (English & Maths)
0%
National average 47%
GCSE grade 9-7
78%
A-level A*-A
55%
A-level A*-B
83%
Teaching & academics
Results at the upper grades are strong: 78 per cent of GCSEs are awarded at grades 9 to 7, while at A-level 55 per cent reach A*-A and 83 per cent A*-B. Mathematics, History, Economics, Chemistry and Biology are the most popular A-level choices, and the College offers the EPQ alongside GCSE and A-level study. Modern languages are well represented, with French, German, Spanish and Chinese all on the timetable.
Sixth form
- Sixth-form pupils
- 240
Popular A-level subjects
Qualifications offered
Learning support & SEN
- SEN support
- 15.02%
- EHC plans
- 0.48%
Arts & extracurricular
Scholarships
Languages
Popular GCSE subjects
Beyond the classroom
Scholarships span academic work, Music, Art, Sport, Drama and IDE, signalling a school that takes breadth of talent seriously. A clear, age-graduated mobile phone policy keeps younger year groups screen-free, with restrictions easing as pupils move up the school.
Ethos & heritage
- Founded
- 1868
- Boarding
- Yes
Mobile phone policy
Year 9 pupils not permitted to use mobile phones at all. Year 10 and 11 may have phones but must keep switched off during school day including break and lunchtime. Sixth form students may use phones when not near or in presence of younger pupils.
Money matters
- Day fees (per year)
- £29,586
- Boarding fees (per year)
- £47,898 - £54,054
Means-tested bursaries available; over 30 students have full bursary
Inspection reports
The last word
A well-resourced, all-rounder independent with boarding and strong upper-grade results, made more accessible by meaningful bursary support.
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Bishop's Stortford College 11+: frequently asked questions
Where is Bishop's Stortford College located?
Bishop's Stortford College is located at School House, Maze Green Road, Bishop's Stortford, CM23 2PQ.
What type of school is Bishop's Stortford College?
Bishop's Stortford College is an independent (fee-paying) school in East of England.
How many pupils attend Bishop's Stortford College?
Bishop's Stortford College has approximately 640 pupils on roll.
Compiled from public data. Last checked June 2026.