| KG1/FS2 | KG2/Y1 | G1/Y2 | G2/Y3 | G3/Y4 | G4/Y5 | G5/Y6 | G6/Y7 | G7/Y8 | G8/Y9 | G9/Y10 | G10/Y11 | G11/Y12 | G12/Y13 |
| 10,320 | 10,950 | 12,045 | 12,045 | 24,900 | 24,900 | 24,900 | 29,505 | 29,505 | 37,140 | 37,140 | 37,140 | 38,280 | 40,575 |
Fees for the academic year commencing in September are as follows:
| PRE-RECEPTION | |
|---|---|
| Full day per term | £4,100 |
The fees cover the provision of care from 8am-6pm for a full day. The fees include the provision of freshly prepared hot lunch, snacks through the day, and a light tea after 4pm.
Minimum Sessions
For more details about fees for less than full time attendance, please contact the admissions team: prepadmissions@cliftoncollege.com
Registration Fee & Deposits
A non-returnable registration fee payment of £150 is due when a pupil’s name is entered to the College. An acceptance deposit is then required for all pupils, except those moving from Clifton College Pre-Prep to Prep School or Prep to Upper School. The College reserves the right to charge an Additional Deposit for pupils whose normal residence is outside the United Kingdom.
| DEPOSIT | ADDITIONAL DEPOSIT | |
|---|---|---|
| Preschool | £750 | One terms fee less £750 |
The repayment of deposits is linked to the settlement of final fee invoices upon the departure of the pupil from Clifton College. Parents are welcome to gift the deposit to the College when a pupil leaves.
Breakfast Provision
An additional breakfast provision is available from 7:30am, which is charged at £6 per day and must be booked in advance with the nursery team.
Holiday Provision
The provision of care in the College holidays is available at an additional cost and is bookable through our website: https://www.ccsl-cliftoncollege.com/holiday-club-and-activities/holiday-clubs/
Reduction for Siblings
A reduction of the net school fee is currently offered to parents who have two children or more at the College from Reception onwards. The reductions, which are applied to the younger children, are 5% for the second child, 20% for the third child and 50% for the fourth and any subsequent children whilst they all simultaneously attend the School. This discount remains the subject of annual review.
Childcare Vouchers & Tax Free Childcare
The College accepts payment against qualifying fees by childcare vouchers and Tax-Free Childcare. The College does not participate in the government 15/30 hours of free childcare.
Fees in Advance Scheme
The College operates a scheme whereby, in return for a lump sum payment, the College offers a credit to be applied against each term’s fee invoice for a set number of terms. Further information is available from the Fees team upon request.
Notice of Withdrawal of a Pupil or Change of Status
In accordance with the College’s terms and conditions, a full term’s notice must be given in writing if you wish to withdraw your child from the College. Failing such notice, a full term’s fees will be charged.
Payment of College Accounts
School fees are billed in advance and invoices must be paid prior to the start of term. All other supplemental charges are billed in arrears and payment is due within 30 days of the invoice date. Trips and educational visits are subject to their own terms and conditions.
A variety of payment methods are available including direct debit and bank transfer. For more information on payment of accounts please contact the Fees team within the Finance Department on: fees@cliftoncollege.com.
Pupils AXA Private Medical Insurance Scheme
Private medical insurance for pupils is available through AXA PPP. Please see the information leaflets below or contact the Fees team for further details.
Optional Fee Protection Insurance
We have linked with Endsleigh Insurance to provide optional school fee protection cover. This will enable you to reclaim the cost of unused fees and provides protection, if your child is off from school for a long period of time. Please contact the Fees team for more information.
Holiday Club
Outside of term time we also have a fantastic Minis’ Club. The typical Minis’ Club day includes a wide variety of activities for 3–4 year olds based in the Clifton College Preschool enjoy. Throughout our programme we promote self expression, confidence building and, of course, fun by offering as much choice as possible.
Wrap around care included from 7:30am until 6pm everyday for all Reception to Year 3 pupils. A standard school day runs from 8:30am to 4pm.
| YEAR GROUP | FEE PER TERM |
|---|---|
| Reception | £4,100 |
| Year 1 | £4,330 |
| Year 2-3 | £4,760 |
Wrap around care included for all pupils from 7:30am until 6:00pm
Fees include all wrap around care as part of the school day. This includes drop off and breakfast at 7:30am and the opportunity for your child to stay after lessons finish at 4:05pm and take part in a wide range of clubs and activities until 6:00pm. A light tea is also provided as part of the afternoon session. Please note that all wrap around care must be pre-booked a week in advance.
Registration Fee & Deposit
A non-returnable registration fee payment of £150 is due when a pupil’s name is entered to the College. An acceptance deposit is then required for all pupils, except those moving from Clifton College Pre-Prep to Prep School or Prep to Upper School. The College reserves the right to charge an Additional Deposit for pupils whose normal residence is outside the United Kingdom.
| DEPOSIT | ADDITIONAL DEPOSIT | |
|---|---|---|
| Pre-Prep | £750 | One terms fee less £750 |
The repayment of deposits is linked to the settlement of final fee invoices upon the departure of the pupil from Clifton College. Parents are welcome to gift the deposit to the College when a pupil leaves.
Extra Tuition
Private tuition for English as an additional Language, Special Educational Needs and subjects not offered within the curriculum may be provided, and will generally be charged at an hourly rate of £55, where it is lawful to do so.
Music Tuition
Music lessons are available to pupils in a range of disciplines. If you wish your child to have lessons please complete the relevant section of the authorisation form or contact the Director of Music. Please ask the Fees team for more details of any supplemental charges. At the discretion of the teacher, pupils may be taught in groups, or for different lesson lengths with an appropriate adjustment to the fee. Where available, music instruments can be hired but a deposit may be required.
Notwithstanding the College’s Terms and Conditions, if you wish to withdraw your child from music lessons, or change teacher, you must allow a period of notice equivalent to 10 lessons from the day that notice is received. Unless notice of cancellation is given in writing, it will be assumed that the pupil requires tuition to continue from term to term and arrangements will be made accordingly.
Reduction for Siblings
A reduction of the net school fee is currently offered to parents who have two children or more at the College from Reception onwards. The reductions, which are applied to the younger children, are 5% for the second child, 20% for the third child and 50% for the fourth and any subsequent children whilst they all simultaneously attend the School. This discount remains the subject of annual review.
Fees in advance scheme
The College operates a scheme whereby, in return for a lump sum payment, the College offers a credit to be applied against each term’s fee invoice for a set number of terms. Further information is available from the Fees team upon request.
Childcare Vouchers & Tax Free Childcare
The College accepts payment against qualifying fees by childcare vouchers and Tax-Free Childcare.
Pupil Possessions
Unfortunately the College cannot entertain any claims for loss of, or damage to, the personal property of pupils. Parents are strongly advised to make arrangements for insuring their children’s possessions, including bicycles. This can normally be done by arranging an extension to a household contents policy or by taking out a specialist third party scheme.
Pupils AXA Private Medical Insurance Scheme
Private medical insurance for pupils is available through AXA PPP. Please see the information leaflets below or contact the Fees team for further details.
Optional Fee Protection Insurance
We have linked with Endsleigh Insurance to provide optional school fee protection cover. This will enable you to reclaim the cost of unused fees and provides protection, if your child is off from school for a long period of time. Please contact the Fees team for more information.
Notice of Withdrawal of a Pupil or Change of Status
In accordance with the College’s terms and conditions, a minimum of a full term’s notice must be given in writing if you wish to withdraw your child from the College, or if you wish to change your child’s place at the College from one type of boarding to another or to a day place. Please note that from 1st September one and a half term’s notice is required if you intend to withdraw your child at the end of Year 11. Failing such notice, a full term’s fees will be charged.
Payment of College Accounts
School fees are billed in advance and invoices must be paid prior to the start of term. All other supplemental charges are billed in arrears and payment is due within 30 days of the invoice date. Trips and educational visits are subject to their own terms and conditions.
A variety of payment methods are available including direct debit and bank transfer. For more information on payment of accounts please contact the Fees team within the Finance Department on fees@cliftoncollege.com.
Holiday Club
Outside of term time we also have a fantastic Kids’ Club. The typical Kids’ Club day includes a wide variety of activities that 3–16 year olds enjoy. Throughout our programme we promote self-expression, confidence building and, of course, fun by offering as much choice as possible.
| YEAR 4 TO 6 | YEARS 7 AND 8 | |
|---|---|---|
| Boarder (7 nights) | £9,980 | £11,825 |
| Flexi-Boarding (3 nights) | £6,730 | £8,490 |
| Day Pupil | £5,435 | £7,105 |
The fees cover all the teaching that takes place in the ordinary course of education. The fee includes the provision of lunch for all students and all daily meals for those pupils who are boarding. In years 12 and 13 additional charges will be made for textbooks relative to the subjects being examined. Parents should anticipate supplemental charges associated with House, co-curricular and other activities, and specifically the cost of providing Learning Support and English as an additional language lessons if this is applicable. Public examination fees, including re-marking and any other reasonable charges, will also be passed on to parents.
Wrap around care included for all day pupils from 7:30am until 6:00pm
Day pupil fees include wrap around care as part of the school day. This includes drop off and breakfast at 7:30am and the opportunity for your child to stay after lessons finish at 4:05pm and take part in a wide range of clubs and activities until 6:00pm. A light tea is also provided as part of the afternoon session.
Registration Fee & Deposit
A non-returnable registration fee payment of £150 is due when a pupil’s name is entered to the College. An acceptance deposit is then required for all pupils, except those moving from Clifton College Pre-Prep to Prep School or Prep to Upper School. The College reserves the right to charge an Additional Deposit for pupils whose normal residence is outside the United Kingdom.
| DEPOSIT | ADDITIONAL DEPOSIT | |
|---|---|---|
| Prep School | £1,250 | One terms fee less £1,250 |
The repayment of deposits is linked to the settlement of final fee invoices upon the departure of the pupil from Clifton College. Parents are welcome to gift the deposit to the College when a pupil leaves.
Flexi-boarding
The flexi-boarding option will enable your child to board for up to 3 nights each week, including both week days and weekends, and is available for Years 4 – 8.
Occasional boarding
Occasional boarding for Day and Flexi-boarding pupils, is available on request at a charge of £54 per night.
Extra tuition
Private tuition for English as an additional Language, Special Educational Needs and subjects not offered within the curriculum may be provided, and will generally be charged at an hourly rate of £55, where it is lawful to do so.
Music tuition
Music lessons are available to pupils in a range of disciplines. If you wish your child to have lessons please complete the relevant section of the authorisation form or contact the Director of Music. Please ask the Fees team for more details of any supplemental charges. At the discretion of the teacher, pupils may be taught in groups, or for different lesson lengths with an appropriate adjustment to the fee. Where available, music instruments can be hired but a deposit may be required.
Notwithstanding the College’s Terms and Conditions, if you wish to withdraw your child from music lessons, or change teacher, you must allow a period of notice equivalent to 10 lessons from the day that notice is received. Unless notice of cancellation is given in writing, it will be assumed that the pupil requires tuition to continue from term to term and arrangements will be made accordingly.
Reduction for Siblings
A reduction of the net school fee is currently offered to parents who have two children or more at the College from Reception onwards. The reductions, which are applied to the younger children, are 5% for the second child, 20% for the third child and 50% for the fourth and any subsequent children whilst they all simultaneously attend the School. This discount remains the subject of annual review.
HM Forces Discount
If you are a serving member of HM Forces please see the HM Forces guide on our Forces Families website page.
Fees in Advance Scheme
The College operates a scheme whereby, in return for a lump sum payment, the College offers a credit to be applied against each term’s fee invoice for a set number of terms. Further information is available from the Fees team upon request.
Childcare Vouchers & Tax Free Childcare
The College accepts payment against qualifying fees by childcare vouchers and Tax-Free Childcare.
Pupil Possessions
Unfortunately the College cannot entertain any claims for loss of, or damage to, the personal property of pupils. Parents are strongly advised to make arrangements for insuring their children’s possessions, including bicycles. This can normally be done by arranging an extension to a household contents policy or by taking out a specialist third party scheme.
Pupils AXA Private Medical Insurance Scheme
Private medical insurance for pupils is available through AXA PPP. Please see the information leaflets below or contact the Fees team for further details.
Optional Fee Protection Insurance
We have linked with Endsleigh Insurance to provide optional school fee protection cover. This will enable you to reclaim the cost of unused fees and provides protection, if your child is off from school for a long period of time. Please contact the Fees team for more information.
Notice of Withdrawal of a Pupil or Change of Status
In accordance with the College’s terms and conditions, a minimum of a full term’s notice must be given in writing if you wish to withdraw your child from the College, or if you wish to change your child’s place at the College from one type of boarding to another or to a day place. Please note that from 1st September one and a half term’s notice is required if you intend to withdraw your child at the end of Year 11. Failing such notice, a full term’s fees will be charged.
Payment of College Accounts
School fees are billed in advance and invoices must be paid prior to the start of term. All other supplemental charges are billed in arrears and payment is due within 30 days of the invoice date. Trips and educational visits are subject to their own terms and conditions.
A variety of payment methods are available including direct debit and bank transfer. For more information on payment of accounts please contact the Fees team within the Finance Department on fees@cliftoncollege.com.
Holiday Club
Outside of term time we also have a fantastic Kids’ Club. The typical Kids’ Club day includes a wide variety of activities that 3–16 year olds enjoy. Throughout our programme we promote self expression, confidence building and, of course, fun by offering as much choice as possible.
| YEARS 9-11 | SIXTH FORM | |
|---|---|---|
| Boarder (7 nights) | £14,875 | £15,480 |
| Flexi-Boarding (4 nights) | £13,410 | £13,915 |
| Day Pupil | £9,890 | £10,045 |
The fees cover all the teaching that takes place in the ordinary course of education. The fee includes the provision of lunch for all students and all daily meals for those pupils who are boarding. In years 12 and 13 additional charges will be made for textbooks relative to the subjects being examined. Parents should anticipate supplemental charges associated with House, co-curricular and other activities, and specifically the cost of providing Learning Support and English as an additional language lessons if this is applicable. Public examination fees, including re-marking and any other reasonable charges, will also be passed on to parents.
Registration Fee & Deposit
A non-returnable registration fee payment of £150 is due when a pupil’s name is entered to the College. An acceptance deposit is then required for all pupils, except those moving from Clifton College Pre-Prep to Prep School or Prep to Upper School The College reserves the right to charge an Additional Deposit for pupils whose normal residence is outside the United Kingdom.
| DEPOSIT | ADDITIONAL DEPOSIT | |
|---|---|---|
| Upper School | £1,650 | One terms fee less £1,650 |
The repayment of deposits is linked to the settlement of final fee invoices upon the departure of the pupil from Clifton College. Parents are welcome to gift the deposit to the College when a pupil leaves.
Flexi-boarding
The flexi-boarding option will enable your child to board for up to 4 nights each week, including both week days and weekends.
Occasional boarding
Occasional boarding for Day and Flexi-boarding pupils, is available on request at a charge of £54 per night.
Extra tuition
Private tuition for English as an additional language, Special Education Needs and subject not offered within the curriculum may be provided, and will generally be charged at an hourly rate of £55, where it is lawful to do so.
Music tuition
Music lessons are available to pupils in a range of disciplines. If you wish your child to have lessons please complete the relevant section of the authorisation form or contact the Director of Music. Please ask the Fees team for more details of any supplemental charges. At the discretion of the teacher, pupils may be taught in groups, or for different lesson lengths with an appropriate adjustment to the fee. Where available, music instruments can be hired but a deposit may be required.
Notwithstanding the College’s Terms and Conditions, if you wish to withdraw your child from music lessons, or change teacher, you must allow a period of notice equivalent to 10 lessons from the day that notice is received. Unless notice of cancellation is given in writing, it will be assumed that the pupil requires tuition to continue from term to term and arrangements will be made accordingly.
Reduction for Siblings
A reduction of the net school fee is currently offered to parents who have two children or more at the College from Reception onwards. The reductions, which are applied to the younger children, are 5% for the second child, 20% for the third child and 50% for the fourth and any subsequent children whilst they all simultaneously attend the School. This discount remains the subject of annual review.
HM Forces Discount
If you are a serving member of HM Forces please see the HM Forces guide on our Forces Families website page.
Fees in Advance Scheme
The College operates a scheme whereby, in return for a lump sum payment, the College offers a credit to be applied against each term’s fee invoice for a set number of terms. Further information is available from the Fees team upon request.
Childcare Vouchers & Tax Free Childcare
The College accepts payment against qualifying fees by childcare vouchers and Tax-Free Childcare.
Pupil Possessions
Unfortunately the College cannot entertain any claims for loss of, or damage to, the personal property of pupils. Parents are strongly advised to make arrangements for insuring their children’s possessions, including bicycles. This can normally be done by arranging an extension to a household contents policy or by taking out a specialist third party scheme.
Pupils AXA Private Medical Insurance Scheme
Private medical insurance for pupils is available through AXA PPP. Please see the information leaflets below or contact the Fees team for further details.
Optional Fee Protection Insurance
We have linked with Endsleigh Insurance to provide optional school fee protection cover. This will enable you to reclaim the cost of unused fees and provides protection, if your child is off from school for a long period of time. Please contact the Fees team for more information.
Notice of Withdrawal of a Pupil or Change of Status
In accordance with the College’s terms and conditions, a minimum of a full term’s notice must be given in writing if you wish to withdraw your child from the College, or if you wish to change your child’s place at the College from one type of boarding to another or to a day place. Please note that from 1st September one and a half term’s notice is required if you intend to withdraw your child at the end of Year 11. Failing such notice, a full term’s fees will be charged.
Payment of College Accounts
School fees are billed in advance and invoices must be paid prior to the start of term. All other supplemental charges are billed in arrears and payment is due within 30 days of the invoice date. Trips and educational visits are subject to their own terms and conditions.
A variety of payment methods are available including direct debit and bank transfer. For more information on payment of accounts please contact the Fees team within the Finance Department on fees@cliftoncollege.com.
Holiday Club
Outside of term time we also have a fantastic Holiday Club. The typical Holiday Club day includes a wide variety of activities that 3–16 year olds enjoy. Throughout our programme we promote self expression, confidence building and, of course, fun by offering as much choice as possible.
For 150 years our House staff have been supporting children as they face the challenges associated with the Forces lifestyle, such as having a parent posted abroad. Although we are not a military school, we understand the importance of nurturing individuals’ skills and allowing them to experience adventure and challenge through our extensive extra curricular programme.
In 1875 Clifton introduced The Cadet Corps and since then many Cliftonians have represented their country. Influential Cliftonians include Colonel Francis Younghusband, the famous explorer of Tibet, and Field Marshal Haig. Many recent Cliftonians have followed in their footsteps. The list of achievements of Cliftonians is impressive: one Commander-in-Chief, one Army Commander, 23 Major-Generals, 52 Brigadier-Generals, 5 VCs, 180 DSOs and 14 Knighthoods.
But things have changed since Field Marshal Haig studied here in the 1870s, and a Clifton College education these days offers your children a broad curriculum, personal and academic support, a home away from home.
We are proud of our strong military tradition and that we are the school of choice for many HM Forces families. Our Forces community values the flexibility and individual support that our wrap around care offers day, flexi-boarders and boarding pupils. Currently nearly 10% of our boarders (more than 35 children) come from military families (the national average at other boarding schools is 6%).
Our outstanding facilities and more than 45 extracurricular clubs and activities, such as DofE and LAMDA, offer limitless opportunities for pupils to find and follow their passions. The wide range of backgrounds of our pupil population ‘allows children to develop other friendships and experience other walks of life’ (HM Forces parent).
“The stability from the age of 8 that it has given me as my family moved around has meant a lot to me.” Georgie, Year 12
Clifton College is co-educational for children from 4 to 18, so siblings can remain at the same school throughout their education. Boarding starts at the age of 8, in Year 4. This continuity is valued highly by the children and their parents. September is our traditional entry point but we can be flexible to personal requirements and are well accustomed to supporting children’s integration into school life.
We know how important a safe, welcoming and supportive community is for those considering boarding. We pride ourselves in creating an environment that helps our entire family know the correct decision has been made.
Bristol is the largest city in the South West, neatly positioned near the M4/M5 intersection with excellent rail links and an international airport. It is the UK’s 10th largest city and has a population of just fewer than half a million.
Bristol is regularly named as one of the “Best Places to Live” in the Sunday Times newspaper’s annual listing, even topping the list! Bristol is a UNESCO City of Film and former European Green Capital. Bristol has high level sports clubs including football, cricket, rugby, basketball and ice hockey attracting crowds of supporters every week. Bristol has two universities and a large selection of cultural venues and events.
Clifton College is located in the beautiful residential area of Clifton, on the edge of the city, near the Downs and our famous landmark, the Clifton Suspension Bridge.
Our unique House system which provides Houses for both day and boarding pupils, offers a nurturing and supportive atmosphere in which your child is encouraged to seize each opportunity and fulfil their potential. Our House staff have many years’ experience of the challenges faced by Forces families. They ensure your child will receive individualised care and guidance.
As Forces parents you will no doubt agree with The National Military Family Association:
“Facing frequent home moves and loved ones away on long deployments, life as the child of someone in HM Forces can be unsettling. The school ‘just understands’ how they might be feeling and supports them in whatever ways they need.’’ HM Forces parent of Year 6 boarder
The House system at Clifton College forms a key part of our pastoral care. Each House in The Preparatory School and The Upper School is run by a Housemaster or Housemistress who is supported by a team of tutors and a matron. It’s your child’s home away from home. The modern boarding Houses all benefit from up-to date facilities, libraries, recreational indoor and outdoor spaces, light, airy dorms and quiet areas to relax with friends.
All boarders whose parents reside overseas also have a nominated UK-based guardian who will care for your child during Exeat. The latest digital technology enables easy, regular communications with parents. This ensure you are kept informed; wherever you are in the world.
All-round experience
College life is busy and fulfilling. Preparatory School boarders enjoy regular Sunday day trips and weeknight activities, while the larger contingent of boarders in the Upper School have a combination of organised activities and access to a wide range of facilities in school and the local area.
“Academic results are important but many parents want a rounded school that offers many strings to the child’s bow.” (current Forces parent)
Our outstanding facilities and more than 45 extracurricular clubs and activities, such as DofE and LAMDA, offer limitless opportunities for pupils to find and follow their passions.
Academic excellence
The Pre Prep and Prep schools build strong foundations for The Upper School and external examinations. From Year 4 each child is assigned a tutor to provide academic guidance to help them realise their full potential. The College benefits from modern classrooms, outstanding facilities and innovative teaching.
GCSE pupils can choose to study from a list of more than 30 subjects, while 31 A Level courses are taught, including eight languages. Most students study 11 subjects at GCSE with a success rate of 85+% A* to B grades and at A Level our pupils achieve on average 80% A* to B grades. 98% of the pupil body goes on to higher education.
We have an array of Scholarships and Bursaries, awarded to gifted children at 11+, 13+ and 16+.
College Discount
Clifton College is proud of the support it provides to the children of parents in the British Armed Forces. We hope this strong military tradition will continue to thrive, and we recognise that the financial support we offer our families is key to this success. In an effort to make this process simpler for families we have streamlined the system for support. This will make it easier for families to know what fees need to pay each term.
If you claim Continuity of Education Allowance (CEA) for your child to take a full boarding place at the College, the amount that you will personally pay from 1st September will be fixed at a flat rate per term. The College will provide a Forces Boarding Award against the termly fee that will leave the balance payable after CEA of the amounts in the table below.
| Prep School | Years 4 – 8 | £1,000 |
| Senior School | Years 9 – 11 | £1,500 |
| Sixth Form | Years 12 – 13 | £2,000 |
The CEA release their rates annually and details of the current year can be found on our website, along with how the fees are calculated. The parent contribution on top of the CEA will remain fixed at the values given. The annual CEA update and our own annual fee review may impact the flat fee and parents will be given a term’s notice of any changes.
Visiting the school and meeting the team is a key part of your admissions journey. We recognise this isn’t always possible so also offer video calls at a time convenient to you. we also hold an online open event each year. For more information please contact our admissions team who would be delighted to hear from you.
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