The Spires
Salisbury, Wiltshire, South West · SP1 3YA
With just 33 pupils on roll, The Spires is among the smallest independent schools a family is likely to consider, and that scale defines its character. This mixed, non-denominational day school in Salisbury takes pupils from age 11 and is led by Head Mrs Louise Bethel. Its size points to small classes and a close-knit community where individual pupils are unlikely to go unnoticed. Families drawn to a more intimate alternative to larger schools may find the setting appealing.
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Pupils
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- Gender
- Mixed
- Type
- independent (fee-paying) school
- Pupils
- 33
- Location
- Salisbury, Wiltshire, South West
- Website
- www.five-rivers.org
Entrance & admissions
- Entry age
- 11
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Headteacher
Head Mrs Louise Bethel
Teaching & academics
The Spires admits pupils at 11 through an 11+ entry process, so prospective families should plan for assessment at that stage. As an independent school it is inspected by the ISI rather than Ofsted. Its small roll suggests teaching can be closely tailored to each pupil.
Ethos & heritage
- Religious character
- None
- Boarding
- No
The last word
A genuinely small Salisbury independent where every pupil is known by name. The Spires suits families who value intimacy over scale.
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The Spires 11+: frequently asked questions
Where is The Spires located?
The Spires is located at School Lane, Salisbury, SP1 3YA.
What type of school is The Spires?
The Spires is an independent (fee-paying) school in South West.
How many pupils attend The Spires?
The Spires has approximately 33 pupils on roll.
Compiled from public data. Last checked June 2026.