Repton School
Part of The Repton Family of Schools, Secular, Founded 1557
Updated July 2026
National Curriculum (England)
IGCSELanguages
English
French
German
Spanish
Mandarin
JapaneseRepton is a pre-eminent co-educational boarding and day school located in rural Derbyshire, blending over 1,000 years of heritage with a modern, 21st-century educational approach. It serves approximately 1,000 pupils across its Prep and Senior schools, offering a broad-based education that prioritizes both high academic standards and individual wellbeing.
Term structure
Teaching approach
The school is guided by five pillars: Pastoral Care, Academia, Sport, Extra-Curricular, and Spirit of Place. It aims to develop 'grounded, rounded, and unbounded' individuals who are critical thinkers, socially conscious, and internationally minded. The school emphasizes a 'sense of balance,' ensuring pupils can pursue academic excellence alongside passions for music, drama, and sport within a supportive, co-educational community.
Programmes
The academic programme is broad and balanced, leading to GCSEs and A Levels. B Block (pre-GCSE) pupils study core subjects including three sciences, languages, and creative studies. O Block/GCSE pupils take a combination of core subjects—English, Maths, Sciences, and a Modern Foreign Language—plus three optional subjects. The Sixth Form offers a wide range of A Level subjects, including Economics, Psychology, Politics, and Further Mathematics, supplemented by the 'Future Leaders' programme.
Outcomes
Repton School consistently achieves high academic results. In 2025, 56% of GCSE grades were in the 7-9 range, and 80% of A Level grades were A*-B. A significant number of pupils secure places at prestigious Russell Group universities, with recent successes in medicine, dentistry, veterinary science, and Oxbridge applications.
Student support
Learning support
The school provides personalised learning support for pupils, including lessons in English as an Additional Language (EAL) for those whose first language is not English. Specialist support is integrated into the academic programme to monitor and assist individual progress.
Frequently asked questions(6)
- What curriculum does Repton School offer?
- Repton School offers National Curriculum (England), IGCSE and Cambridge A-Level.
- How much is tuition at Repton School?
- Annual tuition at Repton School is £40.7K–£54.8K. Fees vary by year group — confirm the current schedule with the school.
- What ages does Repton School teach?
- Repton School enrolls students aged 3 to 18.
- Is Repton School a day or boarding school?
- Repton School is a day and boarding school.
- Is Repton School co-educational?
- Repton School is a co-ed school.
- Where is Repton School located?
- Repton School is an international school in Derby, United Kingdom.
Tuition & fees
Annual tuition by grade
2025/26| Grade | Ages | Annual |
|---|---|---|
| Boarding Pupils | 13–18 | £54.8K |
| Day Pupils | 13–18 | £40.7K |
Other fees(4)
| Registration fee· Payable for all pupils upon application | £240 |
|---|---|
| Deposit· For UK day and boarding pupils upon acceptance of a place, refunded against the final school bill | £1.5K |
| Deposit· For international pupils upon acceptance of a place (equal to a full term's boarding fees), refunded against the final school bill | £18.3K |
| Insurance· Optional insurances can be taken (Fees Return Insurance, Pupil Insurance Policy) | — |
Admissions
Repton School offers entry points at age 3–13 (Repton Prep) and 13–18 (Repton School). The admissions process is tailored to individual needs and includes an online CAT4 assessment, a review of school reports and references, and an interview with the Deputy Head of Admissions. For Sixth Form entry, candidates must meet minimum GCSE requirements, typically including at least six Grade 6s. Scholarships are available for 13+ and Sixth Form entry, and means-tested bursaries can be requested via the Admissions team.
Calendar
The school operates on a three-term structure: Michaelmas, Lent, and Summer. Fees are payable on the first day of each term. Prospective families can visit the school via Open Days or by booking a personalised tour.
Facilities
About the campus
The campus features a blend of historic buildings and modern, world-class facilities. Sporting infrastructure includes two floodlit water-based Astroturf hockey pitches, a 25m indoor swimming pool, two multi-purpose indoor sports halls, indoor and outdoor tennis courts, netball courts, squash courts, and Eton Fives courts. Academic facilities include a dedicated Music School with a concert hall and recording studio, well-appointed Design and Technology studios, and specialized science laboratories. A new café and collaborative workspace, Cloisters 1557, is located beneath the historic Pears School.
Co-curriculars
The co-curricular programme includes a wide range of societies, music ensembles, choirs, and orchestras. Pupils participate in drama productions, with opportunities for both amateur and aspiring professional actors. Creativity is further supported through dedicated weeks, trips, and clubs. Service and leadership are integrated into school life, including a compulsory 'Future Leaders' course for Lower Sixth pupils.
- M J SemmenceHeadmaster
Mr Semmence is the 36th Headmaster of Repton School and the CEO of the Repton Family of Schools. He holds BA, MBA, and MA degrees from Durham University and Warwick University.
- Dr G M TurnerPrincipal Deputy Head
Dr Turner is the Principal Deputy Head. He holds a BSc and MSc from Oxford, an EdD from Cambridge, and the NPQH qualification.
- A F ParishDeputy Head (Pupil Wellbeing and Pastoral)
Mr Parish is the Deputy Head responsible for Pupil Wellbeing and Pastoral care. He holds a BA from Durham University.
- T HowellDeputy Head (Academic)
Mr Howell is the Deputy Head (Academic). He holds an MA and MSc, and is a Fellow of the Royal Geographical Society (FRGS) and a Fellow of the Chartered College of Teaching (FCCT).
- S J LeesDeputy Head (Safeguarding)
Mr Lees is the Deputy Head (Safeguarding). He holds a BA from the University of Leeds.
- J D WiltonDeputy Head (Admissions)
Mr Wilton is the Deputy Head (Admissions). He holds an MA from Lady Margaret Hall, Oxford.
- Dr N F PittsDeputy Head (Organisation and Behaviour)
Dr Pitts is the Deputy Head (Organisation and Behaviour) and also serves as the Head of History & Politics. He holds a PhD from the University of Leeds.