Bishop's Stortford College Prep School

The school is grounded in the values of belonging, scholarship, and character. It aims to nurture well-rounded, moral individuals by blending historical traditions with a modern, forward-looking approach to education. The College emphasizes the importance of both academic excellence and human qualities, preparing pupils to be leaders in an increasingly complex, global society.

The College offers a continuous educational pathway from Nursery through to Sixth Form. The curriculum is designed to promote academic excellence and scholarship, supported by a wide range of subjects and enrichment activities. The academic programme is complemented by a focus on character development, collaboration, and the acquisition of skills necessary for future success.

The College maintains a strong academic track record, with recent successes including high A Level results. Pupils frequently achieve national recognition in sports, such as hockey and netball, and participate in prestigious competitions like the IAPS national finals. The school aims to nurture well-rounded individuals who possess both academic qualifications and personal qualities such as decency and kindness.

The College maintains a child-centred and inclusive environment, with pastoral care integrated into the daily life of the school. All pupils, whether day or boarding, are assigned to a House, which provides a structure for personal development and support. The school also employs dedicated staff to oversee pupil wellbeing and safeguarding.

Bishop’s Stortford College is an academically selective, co-educational, all-through school for pupils aged 3 to 18. It welcomes approximately 200 new day and boarding pupils annually across six primary entry points: Nursery (3+), Reception (4+), Year 3 (7+), Year 7 (11+), Year 9 (13+), and Year 12 (16+). While day pupils are primarily drawn from the local Hertfordshire and Essex area, the school offers full and weekly boarding options for UK and international students.

The school operates on a termly basis, with specific term dates published on the College website. The academic year is punctuated by various events, including open days, sports tournaments, and enrichment activities such as the Festival of Literature and the BSET Futures Fair.

The school is situated on a single, large campus that houses the Pre-Prep, Prep School, Senior School, and Sixth Form. Facilities include manicured sports pitches, modern swimming and sports complexes, performing arts studios, and dedicated spaces for innovation, design, and engineering. The campus also features boarding houses, which serve as the fulcrum of life for resident pupils.

The College provides a wide range of co-curricular opportunities, including team sports, bushcraft, orienteering, and musical theatre. Hockey is a core sport for both boys and girls, with pupils frequently representing the school at county, regional, and national levels. Additionally, the school hosts holiday camps and an International Summer School, offering activities such as swim training and visitor-led workshops.