Sherborne International

Sherborne International School provides world-leading short course programmes. Courses at our English international school provide students with an outstanding opportunity to transform their English language skills whilst introducing them to the UK education system and British Culture.

Founded by Sherborne School in 1977, Sherborne International was the UK’s first international study centre. Sherborne School is one of the country’s most distinguished schools and we have built on their secure foundation, now providing a world-renowned education for international students.

With our in-depth understanding of international students’ needs and very small class sizes (8 students per class), we provide a high quality, personalised learning experience, covering academic, linguistic and cultural education.

Students on our school term courses typically stay here for between one term and three years. Our short courses, including intensive spring revision courses and summer courses last 2-8 weeks. Sherborne is a historic and safe town, in the beautiful countryside of south-west England.

We have regular school inspections by external review bodies, including the Independent Schools Inspectorate (ISI) and British Council to assess if Sherborne International achieves the high standards it sets itself.

We offer a range of courses for international students. They have an academic focus aimed at improving English and knowledge of subjects.

Students join us from many different educational systems at various ages and with different levels of academic experience. Our aim is to provide the best possible introduction to the UK education system and ensure each student reaches a high level of academic achievement.

Sherborne International is located in Dorset, in the south-west of England. Sherborne is a historic and safe town, with a population of around 10,000. Surrounded by English countryside, we enjoy a beautiful environment with plenty of fresh air, away from large urban populations.

However, larger cities are easy to reach. London is around two hours away by train or car and other beautiful, historic cities like Bath and Exeter are around an hour away. There is easy access to Heathrow, Gatwick and Bristol airports and an excellent direct train service to London Waterloo.

After students have completed their studies and exams at Sherborne International, many go onto study as some of the best boarding schools and universities. With our experience and expertise, we give personalised advice to our international students to help them gain a place at the best possible future boarding school to match their skills and aspirations.