Stamford School
Stamford, Lincolnshire, East Midlands · PE9 2BQ
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.
929
Pupils
£26,325
Day fees / yr
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- Gender
- Mixed
- Type
- independent (fee-paying) school
- Pupils
- 929
- Pupil:teacher ratio
- 15
- Location
- Stamford, Lincolnshire, East Midlands
- Website
- https://stamfordschools.org.uk/
Headteacher
Principal Chris Seal
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Latest results
GCSE grade 9-7
50%
A-level A*-A
37%
A-level A*-B
66%
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.
Sixth form
- Sixth-form pupils
- 326
Popular A-level subjects
Qualifications offered
Learning support & SEN
- SEN support
- 29.2%
- EHC plans
- 0.09%
Arts & extracurricular
Scholarships
Languages
Popular GCSE subjects
Sport
Main sports
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.
Ethos & heritage
- Founded
- 1532
- Religious character
- Christian
- Boarding
- Yes
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
Money matters
- Day fees (per year)
- £25,600 - £26,325
- Boarding fees (per year)
- £40,934 - £47,165
Available
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The last word
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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Stamford School 11+: frequently asked questions
Where is Stamford School located?
Stamford School is located at Stamford, PE9 2BQ.
What type of school is Stamford School?
Stamford School is an independent (fee-paying) school in East Midlands.
How many pupils attend Stamford School?
Stamford School has approximately 929 pupils on roll.
Compiled from public data. Last checked June 2026.