Stamford School
School summary
Founded in 1532, Stamford School carries nearly five centuries of history into the present day as a mixed independent school in Stamford, Lincolnshire. With 929 pupils and a pupil-to-teacher ratio of 15, it sits comfortably in the medium-size band while offering both day and boarding places. The school holds a Christian character and is inspected by the ISI. A sizeable sixth form of 326 pupils gives the upper years real breadth, and a notable 29.2% of pupils receive SEN support, suggesting a school willing to accommodate a range of learning needs.
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Latest results
GCSE grade 9-7
50%
National average 23%
A-level A*-A
37%
National average 28%
A-level A*-B
66%
National average 55%
Inspection reports
Teaching & academics
Results are solid rather than stellar: half of GCSE entries reach grades 9-7, while at A-level 37% achieve A*-A and 66% reach A*-B. The sixth-form curriculum is wide, with strong sciences and mathematics, including Further Mathematics, alongside humanities, economics, languages and creative subjects. The EPQ is offered for those wanting to stretch beyond standard A-levels. GCSE choices are similarly varied, spanning sciences, the arts, computing and languages including Latin, French, Spanish and Russian.
Languages
GCSE subjects
Principal · Chris Seal
Sixth form
- Sixth-form pupils
- 326
A-level subjects
Qualifications offered
Beyond the classroom
Sport is prominent, with rugby, hockey, cricket, tennis, netball and football all on offer. Music and drama feature in the curriculum, pointing to opportunities beyond the classroom.
Main sports
School life & ethos
- Founded
- 1532
- Religious character
- Christian
- Boarding
- Yes
- SEN support
- 29.2%
- EHC plans
- 0.09%
Mobile phone policy
Smartphone free school day at 7-11. Yondr Pouches used. No smartphones at junior school. Sixth form allowed phones but off and away in lessons
Fees & bursaries
- Day fees (per year)
- £25,600 - £26,325
- Boarding fees (per year)
- £40,934 - £47,165
Available
Schools nearby
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Lincolnshire, East Midlands
Stamford Junior School
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Copthill Independent Day School & Nursery
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Wilds Lodge School
Oakham, East Midlands
Witham Hall Preparatory School
Witham-on-the-Hill, Bourne, Lincolnshire, East Midlands
Kirkstone House School
Peterborough, East Midlands
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A historic, broad-based school with genuine boarding and day options, generous SEN support and academic and sport scholarships. Day fees run to around £26,325, so bursaries are worth exploring for families who need them.
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Compiled from public data. Last checked 5 June 2026.