Stonar School
Part of Globeducate, Secular, Founded 1895
Updated July 2026
National Curriculum (England)
IGCSEAccreditations
CISLanguages
EnglishStonar is an independent co-educational day and boarding school for pupils aged 2–18, located in the Wiltshire countryside. It is recognized as a leading equestrian school and is part of the international Globeducate group.
Term structure
Teaching approach
The school’s approach is summarized by the motto 'Achieve with joy.' It emphasizes that emotional stability and wellbeing are the foundations for academic success, fostering an environment where pupils feel safe, known, and supported. The school aims to balance high academic standards with a kind, calm, and family-orientated community that encourages resilience and curiosity.
Programmes
The school offers a broad and balanced curriculum from Nursery through to Sixth Form. The Prep School (ages 2–11) utilizes thematic units with an emphasis on creativity and outdoor education. The Senior School (ages 11–16) provides a progressive curriculum, while the Sixth Form (ages 16–18) offers individual mentoring and career/university advice. Academic provision is supported by small class sizes and a focus on STEM and the arts.
Student support
Learning support
Stonar provides an inclusive education with a whole-school approach to Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). Support includes differentiated classroom teaching, individual pupil profiles, and targeted small-group or individual interventions for English and Maths. An EAL (English as an Additional Language) programme is available for international students, offering tailored support, small-group lessons, and preparation for iGCSE ESL, IELTS, and Cambridge examinations.
Frequently asked questions(6)
- What curriculum does Stonar School offer?
- Stonar School offers National Curriculum (England), IGCSE and Cambridge A-Level.
- How much is tuition at Stonar School?
- Annual tuition at Stonar School is £13.3K–£56.8K. Fees vary by year group — confirm the current schedule with the school.
- Is Stonar School a day or boarding school?
- Stonar School is a day and boarding school.
- What accreditations does Stonar School hold?
- Stonar School holds accreditations including CIS.
- Is Stonar School co-educational?
- Stonar School is a co-ed school.
- Where is Stonar School located?
- Stonar School is an international school in Bath, United Kingdom.
Tuition & fees
Annual tuition by grade
2026-2027| Grade | Ages | Annual |
|---|---|---|
| Reception & Prep Years 1 and 2 (Day) | 4–7 | £13.3K |
| Prep Years 3 & 4 (Day) | 7–9 | £15.6K |
| Prep Years 5 & 6 (Day) | 9–11 | £18K |
| Senior School Years 7 & 8 (Day) | 11–13 | £24K |
| Senior School Years 9 - Upper Sixth (Day) | 13–18 | £25.8K |
| Years 5 - 6 (UK Boarding) | 9–11 | £40K |
| Years 5 - 6 (International Boarding) | 9–11 | £42K |
| Years 7 - 8 (UK Boarding) | 11–13 | £42.1K |
| Years 7 - 8 (International Boarding) | 11–13 | £46.3K |
| Years 9 - Upper Sixth (UK Boarding) | 13–18 | £51.9K |
| Years 9 - Upper Sixth (International Boarding) | 13–18 | £56.8K |
Other fees(5)
| Registration fee· Non-refundable registration fee per child, payable on submission of the completed application. | £120 |
|---|---|
| Deposit· Acceptance deposit: Day Pupil £500 | UK and European Boarders £1,000 | Boarders (Non-European) £9,000. Payable following receipt of the official offer letter to secure a place. | — |
| Meals· Included in fees. | — |
| Insurance· Pupils' personal accident insurance is included in fees. | — |
| Materials· Compulsory text books are included in fees. | — |
Discounts
- Sibling discount: 5%
Admissions
Stonar is a co-educational day and boarding school for pupils aged 2–18. Main entry points are Nursery (ages 2–3), Reception (age 4), Year 7 (age 11), Year 9 (age 13), and Lower Sixth (age 16), though applications for other year groups are considered subject to availability. The admissions process includes a Taster Day for Prep applicants and a selective Assessment Day for Years 7 and 9. Entry into the Lower Sixth requires at least six GCSEs at grade 5 or above, with specific subject requirements.
Calendar
The school operates on a three-term academic year (Autumn, Spring, and Summer). Terms typically begin in early September, early January, and mid-April, with half-term breaks in October, February, and May/June. The academic year concludes in early July.
Facilities
About the campus
The school is set on a 90-acre rural campus in Wiltshire. Facilities include an all-weather Astroturf pitch, a large sports hall, an indoor heated swimming pool, grass pitches, and tennis/netball courts. The campus also features a theatre hall with racked seating, an adjoining music school, and a world-class, British Horse Society-approved equestrian centre with indoor and outdoor arenas, cross-country courses, and stabling for up to 74 horses. Residential accommodation is provided in three boarding houses: Hart House, Ganbrook House, and York House.
Co-curriculars
Pupils are expected to participate in a wide range of activities, including sport, drama, public speaking, music, art, photography, languages, and outdoor expeditions. The school offers specific programmes such as Adventure Training, a Flying Club, and a Rugby Excellence Programme. Additionally, there are numerous 'Stonar Clubs' and opportunities for creative and performing arts.
- Mr Matthew WayHeadmaster
Matthew Way has been Headmaster at Stonar since September 2019. He is a former Infantry Officer in the British Army and has 25 years of experience in boarding and day schools, including ten years as a boarding Housemaster.
- Mr Rob CunninghamHead of Prep
Rob Cunningham oversees the Prep School and supports the team of dedicated Prep staff.
- Mrs Jo WorrallSenior Deputy Head
Jo Worrall serves as the Senior Deputy Head.
- Mrs Tina TilleyDeputy Head (Pastoral)
Tina Tilley serves as the Deputy Head (Pastoral) and is also listed as the Head of Netball.
- Mrs Sally CholmondeleyDeputy Head (Academic)
Sally Cholmondeley serves as the Deputy Head (Academic) and is also the Head of Maths.
- Ms Issy HartnellDirector of Admissions & Marketing
Issy Hartnell serves as the Director of Admissions & Marketing.
- Mrs Zoe LangDirector of Equestrian
Zoe Lang serves as the Director of Equestrian.