Haberdashers' Monmouth Senior School
Monmouth, Monmouthshire, Wales · NP25 3XP
Founded in 1614, Haberdashers' Monmouth Senior School carries more than four centuries of history into its work as a mixed independent school in Monmouth, Monmouthshire. Around 630 pupils are taught here, with a generous pupil-to-teacher ratio of roughly ten to one that allows for close attention. The school holds a Christian character and offers boarding alongside day places, drawing families who want flexibility in how their child attends. Sixth-form numbers stand at 211, suggesting a substantial proportion of pupils stay on to complete A-levels. Leadership sits with executive head Melvyn Roffe.
630
Pupils
£26,256
Day fees / yr
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- Gender
- Mixed
- Type
- independent (fee-paying) school
- Pupils
- 630
- Pupil:teacher ratio
- 10
- Location
- Monmouth, Monmouthshire, Wales
- Website
- https://www.habsmonmouth.org/
Headteacher
Executive head Melvyn Roffe
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Latest results
GCSE grade 9-7
50%
A-level A*-A
37%
A-level A*-B
63%
Teaching & academics
Half of GCSE entries reach grades 9-7, and at A-level 37 per cent achieve A*-A with 63 per cent gaining A*-B. The curriculum spans GCSE, A-level and BTEC, giving room for both traditional academic routes and more applied study. The low pupil-to-teacher ratio supports individual guidance through these qualifications.
Sixth form
- Sixth-form pupils
- 211
Qualifications offered
Arts & extracurricular
Scholarships
Beyond the classroom
Scholarships reflect the breadth of what is on offer, covering music, drama, theatre, art and design, design and technology, sport and dance as well as academic ability. This range points to a school where the arts, technical subjects and sport all carry weight beyond the classroom.
Ethos & heritage
- Founded
- 1614
- Religious character
- Christian
- Boarding
- Yes
Mobile phone policy
Pupils permitted to carry phones but must be switched off during school hours (8:30am–4:05pm). Confiscation for the day and after-school detention for unauthorized use; repeated offences lead to stronger sanctions.
Money matters
- Day fees (per year)
- £26,256
- Boarding fees (per year)
- £45,585 - £50,649
Inspection reports
The last word
A historic, all-rounder independent school with boarding on offer and scholarships across many fields. Day fees reach £26,256 and boarding up to £50,649, so families should weigh the investment against the breadth provided.
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Haberdashers' Monmouth Senior School 11+: frequently asked questions
Where is Haberdashers' Monmouth Senior School located?
Haberdashers' Monmouth Senior School is located at Monmouth, NP25 3XP.
What type of school is Haberdashers' Monmouth Senior School?
Haberdashers' Monmouth Senior School is an independent (fee-paying) school in Wales.
How many pupils attend Haberdashers' Monmouth Senior School?
Haberdashers' Monmouth Senior School has approximately 630 pupils on roll.
Compiled from public data. Last checked June 2026.