Stowe School
Part of The Stowe Group
Updated July 2026
Stowe School is an independent co-educational boarding school for students aged 13-18, located on a historic estate in Buckinghamshire. It is part of The Stowe Group, which educates children from 3-18 years across four sites.
Curriculum
Teaching approach
The school aims to encourage intellectual curiosity and foster the cognitive, physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being of its community. It is committed to equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging, striving to create an environment where talent can thrive. The school identifies its students as "Change Makers" and emphasizes a culture of teamwork, collaboration, and mutual respect.
Programmes
The school provides a broad academic curriculum across faculties including Arts & Culture, English, Humanities, Languages, Science, and Social Sciences. It prepares students for public examinations, including GCSEs and A-Levels, and offers comprehensive university and career support, including guidance for UCAS, Oxbridge, medicine, and US college applications.
Student support
Learning support
The school provides academic enrichment and support through a tutorial system, prep and clinics, and library skills support. Pastoral care is integrated into the school's daily life, supported by PSHE and Therapy@Stowe, and a designated safeguarding lead. The school also offers mental health support.
Frequently asked questions(4)
- How much is tuition at Stowe School?
- Annual tuition at Stowe School is £35.7K–£58.6K. Fees vary by year group — confirm the current schedule with the school.
- Is Stowe School a day or boarding school?
- Stowe School is a day and boarding school.
- Is Stowe School co-educational?
- Stowe School is a co-ed school.
- Where is Stowe School located?
- Stowe School is an international school in Milton Keynes, United Kingdom.
Tuition & fees
Annual tuition by grade
2026-2027| Grade | Ages | Annual |
|---|---|---|
| Boarding | 13–18 | £58.6K |
| Day | 13–18 | £35.7K |
Source:PDFfee_list_2025-2026.pdfPDFstowe_group_fee_list_2025-2026.pdfPDF2026-2027_fee_list.pdfPDF2026-2027_stowe_group_fee_list.pdf
Other fees(4)
| Registration fee· Payable on registration and non-refundable (incl. VAT) | £360 |
|---|---|
| Deposit· Acceptance Deposit payable on acceptance of a place | £1.5K |
| Deposit· Additional Deposit payable by parents resident outside the UK | £12K |
| Boardingnight· Flexi Boarding nightly rate (up to three nights per week, incl. VAT) | £81.6 |
Discounts
- Sibling discount: 10% / 5%
Admissions
Stowe School offers boarding and day places for students, with primary entry points at 13+ (Third Form) and 16+ (Sixth Form). The admissions process includes registration, and the school provides information on scholarships and bursaries, including 11+ academic scholarships, 13+ scholarships, and 16+ Sixth Form scholarships. Prospective families can request a prospectus, register their child online, and attend open mornings.
Calendar
The school operates on a termly basis, with term dates available for download for the 2025-2026, 2026-2027, and 2027-2028 academic years. The school office is open during term time from Monday to Friday, 8:00 am to 6:00 pm, and Saturday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. During holidays, office hours are Monday to Friday, 9:00 am to 12:15 pm and 12:45 pm to 5:00 pm.
Facilities
About the campus
Stowe School is situated on a 200-acre estate within 880 acres of world-famous landscape gardens. The campus features state-of-the-art academic and co-curricular facilities, including the Howden Design, Technology and Engineering Centre, the Worsley Science Centre, the Chung Music School, and the Roxburgh Hall. The school also maintains extensive sports facilities, including those for golf, equestrian sports, and polo, and operates a health centre.
Co-curriculars
The school offers a wide range of extra-curricular activities, including clubs and societies, and a strong emphasis on music and sports. The sports programme features athletics, cricket, hockey, lacrosse, netball, rugby, and tennis, supported by a performance programme, a golf academy, equestrian sports, and polo. Music offerings include academic music and music technology, with dedicated facilities such as the Chung Music School.
- Dr Anthony WallersteinerHead of The Stowe Group
Dr Anthony Wallersteiner serves as the Head of The Stowe Group, which encompasses Stowe, Ashfold, Swanbourne House, and Winchester House schools.