A springboard to a life of purpose.
Welcome to the UK's leading co-educational Catholic boarding and day school for 3 - 18 year olds
Stonyhurst is a springboard to a life of purpose. We empower our boys and girls to be the best that they can be, shaping leaders of the future who carry a sense of purpose and a desire to make the world a better place. As we guide every pupil through their own individual academic, sporting, creative, spiritual and emotional journey, we watch with great pride as our boys and girls grow to be men and women for others.
Quant je puis - 'As much as I can'.
The Headmaster
John Browne
"At the heart of everything that we do is delivering an exceptional education for our pupils and ensuring that their formation, both inside and outside of the classroom, is the best in the world. We empower them to be the best that they can be, shaping leaders of the future."
20 Years of Full Co-Education
The 2019/2020 Academic Year marks a very important anniversary: the 20th anniversary of full co-education at Stonyhurst. Read all about these last 20 years below.
Why Choose Stonyhurst College?
There are plenty of reasons to choose Stonyhurst College for your son or daughter's education.
Why Stonyhurst?
Academic Excellence
"Not only are the teachers fantastic in their subjects, they are helpful and supportive"
Rafaella, current pupil
WHY STONYHURST?
Stonyhurst is a Family
"I don’t feel as if 'friends' even covers it, I have literally grown up with my classmates.”
Maria, current pupil
WHY STONYHURST?
Focus on Happiness and Wellbeing
"It became my home and a second family, not because of the lovely buildings, but the support system inside."
Louisa, current pupil
WHY STONYHURST?
Ready to Take on the World
"Stonyhurst gives you the confidence, experience and sense of purpose to go on and make a real difference in life."
Benedict, current pupil
What Others Say
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Specialist pathways for pupils with academic, musical and sporting strengths. IGCSE results above worldwide norms. Results in the International Baccalaureate above worldwide norms.
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We provide an exceptional education in the Jesuit tradition and prepare students for successful and fulfilling lives in the modern world.
Life at Stonyhurst
College life is fast paced and varied. Of course we encourage our pupils to work hard academically - we are first and foremost a leading independent school after all - but life at Stonyhurst extends far beyond the classroom. We recognise the importance of developing the whole individual so that our boys and girls are well-rounded, confident and ready to succeed in the real world.
Below you can find out about about our strong academic departments, the extensive programme of co-curricular activities that we offer, our world class facilities and more.
Boarding
"The quality of boarding provision and care is excellent"
Day Pupils
Day pupils get the most out of every single day at Stonyhurst
Academic Departments
Our curriculum has world-beating breadth and depth.
Co-curricular
Stonyhurst is world famous for its co-curricular and sporting programmes.
Years 9 - 11
Years 9 - 11 are important school years as they lay the foundation for sixth form.
Pre-IB
A one year intensive course designed to prepare non-UK pupils for sixth form study.
Sixth Form
Higher Line at Stonyhurst College offers three study routes - the International Baccalaureate Diploma, A Levels and the IB Career Related Programme.
Admissions
If you believe that Stonyhurst could be the best private school for your son or daughter, the admissions section below provides information about the application process for UK and international applicants, plus other information that you will find useful in guiding your decision.
Rome Cricket Tour
Stonyhurst College: #1 in Lancashire for 'Value Added'
Stonyhurst has been ranked #1 in Lancashire by the Government for 'Value Added' at A Level. To read more about this wonderful news and to view our value added scores visit the link below.
Stonyhurst Fast Facts
7 of our alumni
have been awarded the Victoria Cross
7
Sir Arthur Conan Doyle
was a pupil here
We were the first school
to perform a Shakespeare play
1st
The CEO of the New York Times
was a pupil here
Whole Student Approach
With a rich heritage adhering to the Jesuit tradition.
Stonyhurst News
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Upcoming Events
Attending one of our open events is a great way to see the full spectrum of the school 'in action'. We hold regular open days for the College (13 - 18 years) and Stonyhurst St Mary's Hall (3 - 13 years) during the Christmas term, along with an open evening that focuses specifically on sixth form options (16 - 18 years). In the Easter and Summer terms we hold more informal Open Doors events.
Online registration is available, and will allow us to tailor your open event experience to the needs of your child.
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