MixedIndependentBoarding

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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Overview & data

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

GCSEA-levelBTEC

Arts & extracurricular

Scholarships

AcademicMusicDramaTheatreArt and DesignDesign and TechnologySportDance

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.