Felsted School

United Kingdom, Chelmsford

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The school at a glance

Instructs in English

Fees £8,160 - 39,210

Ages 3 - 18 years

Type Co-educational, Co-educational (boarding)

Opened 1564

Bus Service No

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Academic offering

Curriculum IB (DP), British Curriculum, BTEC Qualification

Taught languages French, German, Spanish, Italian, Latin, English

Strengths Sport, Performing Arts, STEM

Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Leadership and Professional

Stages Early Years, Primary School, Secondary School, Sixth Form

Introduction

Felsted School is a co-educational day and boarding community in Essex, England, catering to ages 3 to 18. The campus comprises a 90-acre countryside site housing a Prep School and Senior School, offering the International Baccalaureate Diploma, the British Curriculum, and BTEC qualifications. In Years 10–11, GCSE options include a Separate Sciences pathway, English, Maths, Science, and four option blocks; the Sixth Form offers IB, A Levels and BTEC/AAQ, with independent learning and EPQ. The Senior School provides specialist facilities: indoor sports hall, swimming pool, gym, a fully equipped Music School, a performing arts studio, Hunt Theatre, art studio, and extensive rehearsal spaces, plus a dedicated Sixth Form Centre and wellbeing and medical centres. Felsted has a long history, founded 1564, and celebrated its 460th anniversary in 2024. Distinctive features include Round Square membership, an International Summer School, and a global education programme complemented by careers support through Felsted Futures.

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The Essentials

Location

Felsted School is located in Felsted, Essex, on a safe, rural 90-acre village campus in North Essex. The Prep School sits on Braintree Road and the Senior School on Stebbing Road, within the same Felsted community. The school is about an hour from London and Cambridge by road or rail. The surrounding area includes the village of Felsted and nearby towns with good road connections to Chelmsford and Stansted Airport.

Stages

Felsted has a Prep School for ages 3 to 13 (Pre-Reception to Year 8) and a Senior School for ages 13 to 18, including a Sixth Form. Boarding and Day Pupils are supported across both schools.

Type

The school is co-educational and offers both day and boarding places for boys and girls.

Pupil Nationality Mix

The international intake makes up around 20% of the total pupil body, with overseas boarders welcomed and a LEAP week held each year to introduce new overseas pupils to Felsted life.

Additional learning support

Support for Learning (SfL) provides in-class support for pupils with SEND and offers small-group teaching to ensure pupils are challenged appropriately and reach their potential in a mainstream environment.

Country affiliation

England, United Kingdom

Religious affiliation

Church of England

School day structure

Felsted maintains extended school days to accommodate sport, the arts and co-curricular activities, and Saturday morning school is optional for Years 5 and 6.

Bus service

Felsted operates multiple minibuses with routes across the region; the Transport Department manages the schedules. Current routes include Billericay / Chelmsford, Brentwood, Puckeridge / Bishop's Stortford, Epping / Ongar, South Woodford, Rayleigh, Saffron Walden / Thaxted, Witham / Maldon / Danbury and Colchester / Chelmsford. Transport costs are £735 per term and all routes aim to arrive at Felsted by 8:10am.

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Fees

Application / Registration Fee

- A non‑returnable registration fee of £150 per child is payable to register a child as a candidate for admission.

Deposit and acceptance

- A deposit is required to confirm acceptance of a place; for overseas pupils this is typically approximately one term's fees. The deposit is not normally refundable if the child does not take up the place, except where the School fills the specific vacancy created by the withdrawal (in which case the deposit may be refunded less administrative costs). The deposit is credited against the final account on leaving.

Tuition fees (per term) — New fee structure introduced September 2026

Pre‑Reception (fee per term):
- 5 days per week: £4,121 (annual equivalent £12,363).
- 4 days per week: £3,626 (annual equivalent £10,878).
- 3 days per week: £2,720 (annual equivalent £8,160).
- 5 mornings per week: £3,258 (annual equivalent £9,774).

Prep Day (VAT inclusive fee per term):
- Day pupil – Years R, 1 & 2: £4,945 (annual equivalent £14,835).
- Day pupil – Years 3 & 4: £6,995 (annual equivalent £20,985).
- Day pupil – Years 5 & 6: £7,495 (annual equivalent £22,485).
- Day pupil – Years 7 & 8: £9,604 (annual equivalent £28,812).

Prep Boarding (VAT inclusive fee per term):
- Traditional (7 nights per week, Years 5–8): £13,070 (annual equivalent £39,210).
- Weekly (5 nights per week, Years 5–8): £12,311 (annual equivalent £36,933).
- Flexi Boarding (Years 5–8) – charged as weekly prices: 1 night/week £86; 2 nights/week £123; 3 nights/week £154; 4 nights/week £191. (Flexi boarding amounts are shown as weekly charges.)

Senior School (VAT inclusive fee per term):
- Day pupil: £12,558 (annual equivalent £37,674).
- Contemporary boarding (3 nights/week): £15,537 (annual equivalent £46,611).
- Weekly boarding (5 nights/week): £17,807 (annual equivalent £53,421).
- Traditional boarding (7 nights/week): £19,225 (annual equivalent £57,675).

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Core school fees are invoiced termly in advance and are due for payment before the first day of the term to which they relate. Parents should expect to receive up to six invoices per academic year; invoices for additional charges are raised termly in arrears.
- If payment is not made by the due date, interest may be charged at a rate of 3% per year above the Bank of England base rate. All payments should quote the bill and pupil reference when paid by bank transfer.
- If a parent wishes to withdraw a pupil they must give at least one clear term's notice in writing or pay one term's fees in lieu of notice. Terms are treated as commencing on published term start dates (for notice purposes).

Boarding-specific notes

- Boarding charges follow the banding shown above for Prep and Senior years and are billed termly in the same way as tuition fees. Occasional/additional ad‑hoc boarding nights (where available by agreement) are chargeable at an additional nightly rate. Flexi boarding in the Prep School is charged on a weekly basis as shown.

Supplemental and other routinely charged items (examples and typical amounts for 2026/27)

- Instrumental tuition (full‑term, normally 10 half‑hour lessons): £415.85 per term (equivalent per half‑hour lesson shown as £41.60). Hire of school instruments: first three terms £43.10 per term; thereafter £70.00 per term.
- Support for learning (Senior School): Year 9 £773.15 per term; Year 10 £1,040.25 per term; Year 11 £1,040.25 per term; Sixth Form £1,377.55 per term.
- Transport (per term): £735.00. Occasional additional boarding nights (by agreement): each additional night £84.75. Support for visa‑sponsored pupils: £253.00 per year.
- Prep wraparound and clubs (typical 2026/27 charges): Breakfast Club – Reception–Year 3 £7.00 per session; Year 4–8 £8.25 per session. Tea (per evening for day pupils staying for tea/sport academies) £8.25. After‑school club and specialist co‑curricular session charges vary by activity (examples in the published schedule). Certain specialist activities (riding, some external coaches), minority sports, some societies and trips, examination fees and Sixth Form books may incur additional charges. Music, LAMDA, EAL and other private lessons are charged separately.

Uniform and Tailor's Shop charges

- Compulsory uniform and many sports items must be obtained from the School's on‑site Tailor's Shop; name tapes are ordered automatically on registration and the cost is added to the initial Tailor's Shop bill. The Tailor's Shop supplies both new uniform and a second‑hand option; additional purchases (sports equipment, toiletries, specialist items) are chargeable at the Tailor's Shop prices. Contact details for the Tailor's Shop are published for ordering and appointment bookings.

Refunds and cancellation terms

- The registration fee is non‑returnable. The deposit is not normally refundable if the child does not take up a place, except where the School fills the vacancy created by withdrawal (refund then less administration costs). If a parent withdraws a pupil without providing the required term's notice they remain liable for a term's fees in lieu of notice. In limited circumstances (for example where the School gives less than a full term's notice of an increase greater than specified thresholds) parents have specific rights to withdraw without liability if they act within the stated time limits.

Fee payment options and contacts

- Accepted payment channels include the School's secure Billing Portal (Esenda) supporting bank transfer, debit/credit card and FX payments, and Flywire for international payments (bank transfer and card options with foreign‑exchange features). Payment tracking and support links are provided for these services. Payment of fees in advance is available under the School's advance payment scheme; details are available from the Accounts Department. Contact for finance enquiries: Head of Finance, Mrs Reena Patel, telephone +44 (0)1371 822628/626, email rpa@felsted.org.

Routine points to note for parents

- Core fees are invoiced termly in advance and must be paid before the first day of the term. Additional charges are invoiced in arrears on a termly basis. Typical extra charges include private music tuition, instrument hire, specialist activity fees, transport, examination charges, and purchases from the Tailor's Shop. If fees are unpaid the School may pursue interest and recovery of sums due.

Academics

Curriculum

GCSE Curriculum: In Years 10-11 the core subjects are English Language, English Literature, Mathematics and Science, with four option blocks to tailor the programme. The Separate Sciences pathway is available for three separate GCSEs in science, and EAL or SfL can substitute where appropriate. Sixth Form Curriculum: Felsted offers the International Baccalaureate Diploma, A Level and BTEC/AAQ options, with independent learning and EPQ/Extended Essay components; the IB and A Level routes are supported by a Sixth Form Centre and a dedicated careers/HE service (Felsted Futures).

Student Teacher Ratio

Year 3-6 class sizes are 20 pupils per class, with three classes per year group.

Exam Results

IB Diploma Results 2026: 96.2% pass rate; average 34 points; 72% of Higher Level grades were A-B. A Level/BTEC Results 2026: 60% of entries achieved A-B or equivalent; around 90% progressed to university, degree apprenticeships or employment. GCSE Results 2025: 99 pupils sat GCSEs; 41% of entries graded 9-7 (A/A); more than 50% of grades were above 7 (A) in Chemistry, French, German, History, Latin, Music, Physics and Further Maths; strong performances in Art, Biology and Computer Science (84% 9-6).

Higher Education Progression

Leavers' Destinations 2025 show 122 U6 leavers; 69 UCAS entries; 43 Russell Group universities (including Oxbridge); 17 deferred entries; 12 apprenticeships or employment; 9 European universities; 1 Australian and 2 US/Canada destinations.

Gifted and Talented

Academic Scholarships are awarded to pupils with exceptional academic ability; the Mary Skill Award recognises talent across other disciplines. Award Holders participate in enrichment activities with mentoring and feedback from specialist staff, and both Scholarship and Mary Skill Award holders may access means-tested financial support.

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Admissions

1. Complete Registration: Registration must be completed by September one year prior to the year of entry. The Registration form is on the Admissions portal. 2. Entry Testing: Felsted's entry tests include Maths, English comprehension, Verbal Reasoning and Non-Verbal Reasoning. The online tests are adaptive and require no advance preparation; familiarisation exercises are provided to registered candidates in advance of the assessments. Exam access arrangements are available for SEND candidates; places are offered based on entry testing results, the most recent school report, and a satisfactory confidential reference from the current school. UK-based candidates normally attend Felsted for entry testing and interview; alternative arrangements can be discussed with the Admissions Team. 3. Scholarships and Awards: Two levels of Award are available: Felsted Scholarship (top performing candidates; fee discount applied to day or boarding fees) and Mary Skill Award (honorary; recognises candidates who demonstrate skill, enthusiasm and commitment in their chosen disciplines). Award holders take part in a programme of enrichment activities relevant to their discipline and have mentoring and feedback from specialist staff and coaches. Both Scholarship and Mary Skill Award Holders are eligible to apply for additional means-tested financial support. All bursaries are means-tested and are subject to an annual review. There is no guarantee of financial assistance as demands for support are usually in excess of the funds available. 4. Confirm your place: Once offers have been sent out a deposit will be taken to secure your place for the following September; all information on this will be sent to you via the Admissions team. 5. Keeping in Touch: Prior to starting at Felsted the Admissions team will keep in touch with any information you will need, including the New Joiner Process and relevant induction and welcome events. 6. Taster Days and Visits: Felsted offers on-site Taster Days in the Spring Term for prospective pupils to sample academic and creative lessons and to meet teachers and fellow pupils; there are also Whole School Open Mornings and other events. 7. Overseas Admissions: For joining from overseas, see the Overseas Admissions page for location-specific entry requirements and timelines.

Scholarships

Felsted Scholarship: awarded to the top performing candidates after assessment; a fee discount is applied to day or boarding fees. Mary Skill Award: honorary award recognizing candidates who are not yet at Scholarship level but who demonstrate skill, enthusiasm and commitment in their chosen disciplines. Award holders participate in enrichment activities, with mentoring and feedback from specialist staff; both Scholarship and Mary Skill Award Holders are eligible to apply for additional means-tested financial support. Bursaries: means-tested and subject to annual review; there is no guarantee of financial assistance as demand for support is typically greater than the funds available.

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FAQs

What ages does Felsted School cater to?

Felsted runs a Prep School for ages 3–13 and a Senior School for ages 13–18, including a Sixth Form. Pupils can be day or boarding, on a single 90-acre rural campus in Felsted, Essex.

Where is Felsted located and how accessible is it from London or Cambridge?

Felsted is in Felsted, Essex, on a 90-acre countryside campus. It's about an hour from London and Cambridge by road or rail, with good connections to Chelmsford and Stansted Airport.

Is Felsted co-educational and does it offer boarding and day options?

Yes. Felsted is co-educational and offers both day and boarding places for boys and girls across the Prep and Senior Schools.

What are the current per-term fees, including the different options for day and boarding?

Senior School day pupils pay £12,558 per term, with boarding options ranging from £15,537 (3 nights/week) to £19,225 (7 nights/week) per term. Prep and younger years have lower term fees, and overseas applicants typically pay a deposit of about one term's fees to secure a place. A non-refundable registration fee of £150 applies.

Do Felsted offer scholarships or bursaries, and how are they awarded?

Felsted offers the Felsted Scholarship for top performers (with fee discounts) and the Mary Skill Award (honorary). Both can access means-tested financial support, but bursaries are subject to annual review and there's no guarantee due to demand.

How does the admissions process work, especially for overseas applicants?

The process includes registration, entry testing (Maths, English, Verbal and Non-Verbal Reasoning) with no special prep required, and confidential references. Overseas applicants follow location-specific timelines; there are on-site taster days and Open Mornings to meet staff and pupils, followed by a new joiner induction.

What GCSE and Sixth Form options does Felsted offer?

At GCSE, core subjects are English Language, English Literature, Mathematics and Science, with four option blocks and a Separate Sciences pathway; EAL or SfL can substitute where appropriate. In the Sixth Form, the school offers the International Baccalaureate Diploma, A Levels and BTEC/AAQ options, with EPQ and a dedicated careers/HE service.

What are recent exam results and university destinations?

IB Diploma (2026): 96.2% pass rate, average 34 points, 72% of Higher Level grades were A*-B. A Level/BTEC (2026): 60% of entries A*-B; about 90% progressed to university, degree apprenticeships or employment, with destinations including 43 Russell Group universities.

What about class sizes, especially for younger pupils?

Year 3–6 class sizes are about 20 pupils per class, with three classes per year group. Details for older year groups aren't published publicly, but the school aims for strong teacher–pupil ratios across the campus.

What are Felsted's key on-site facilities for sport and the arts?

The campus features an indoor swimming pool, Astroturf pitches, sports halls, a gym, squash courts and netball/tennis courts. For the arts, there's a state-of-the-art Music School, a dedicated performing arts studio and Hunt Theatre with a 128-seat auditorium.

Are there dedicated spaces to support learning and exam preparation?

Yes. The Senior School has a dedicated Marshall Centre for Learning and a newly renovated Sixth Form Centre with study spaces, plus a library and music practice rooms to support academic work.

Do Felsted provide boarding facilities on the campus?

Yes. The Prep School has its own boarding house, and the Senior School has eight houses for boarders, plus traditional and weekly boarding options and flexi boarding in some years.

What co-curricular activities are available at Felsted?

Felsted offers a broad co-curricular programme including Model United Nations, Duke of Edinburgh's Award, Combined Cadet Force, drama productions, LAMDA and music, plus a wide sports programme and theatre trips.

How does Felsted support leadership and global experiences?

Students can take on leadership roles such as Head of School or Senior Prefect; there are opportunities in MUN and DofE, and the school is a Round Square member offering global exchanges. Felsted also runs an International Summer School and has a Careers/HE service.

What wellbeing and safeguarding provisions exist for students?

Felsted has a Wellbeing Centre and Medical Centre, PSHE from Reception, prevention and counselling services, peer counselling, and staff trained in mental health. Safeguarding is underpinned by a formal policy and a network of pastoral staff.

What support is available for students with SEN or EAL?

Support for Learning provides in-class assistance and IEPs, while EAL support includes assessment, induction, progression guidance and ongoing monitoring to help students access the curriculum.

How does Felsted structure boarding and the house system?

The Prep School has its own boarding house, and the Senior School has eight houses for boarders. Day pupils participate in a boarding culture with a longer school day, supported by house staff such as housemasters/mistresses, tutors and matrons.

What is the uniform policy and where do families get uniforms?

Uniform and most sports items are available from the on-site Tailor's Shop, with a second-hand shop also available. Name tapes are ordered automatically, and most Sixth Form uniform can be purchased before arrival.

What accreditations and awards does Felsted hold?

Felsted is a Round Square member, an HMC member, affiliated to the BSA, and ISI-inspected. It holds IB World School accreditation and ISC affiliation, plus recognitions such as Eco-Schools Green Flag (2024), Sleep Champions (2024) and Music Mark (2025), with national features in Tatler, Muddy Stilettos and TES.

What is Felsted's reputation in national guides and awards?

Felsted has been shortlisted and featured in Tatler School Guides (2024 shortlist, 2026 feature), Muddy Stilettos guides (2024–2025), and has won awards such as the 2023 TES Boarding School of the Year and the 2024 Independent School of the Year fundraising recognition.

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