Academic Development
Skill Acquisition
Professional Learning
Wellbeing
Academic Development
Skill Acquisition
Professional Learning
Wellbeing
UK Schools
UK Universities
SCHOOL INFORMATION
Wellington College prides itself on its progressive approach to education. With a commitment to rethinking traditional methods, the school maintains a flexible and thoughtful approach to teaching and learning. Small class sizes, averaging around 16 up to GCSE and 10 in the Sixth Form, ensure personalised attention and a high staff to pupil ratio of roughly six to one.
The curriculum is designed to cultivate independent learners capable of critical thinking, with an emphasis on both core subject knowledge and the ‘craft of the classroom’. Wellington provides a diverse range of subjects with minimal setting but some streaming in mathematics and languages. The school offers Mandarin alongside several other modern languages and features popular options such as dance, design engineering and computer science.
With a balanced mix of A levels and the IB Diploma, Wellington offers a rigorous yet flexible senior programme tailored to each pupil’s strengths and future ambitions. The school encourages individuality, supporting students who wish to launch their own clubs, projects or artistic ventures. From exhibitions showcasing student ceramics to distinctive co curricular activities like ‘glass fusing with Mrs Carr’, pupils benefit from a wealth of opportunities for creative expression and personal development.
SCHOOL INFORMATION
Wellington College prides itself on its progressive approach to education. With a commitment to rethinking traditional methods, the school maintains a flexible and thoughtful approach to teaching and learning. Small class sizes, averaging around 16 up to GCSE and 10 in the Sixth Form, ensure personalised attention and a high staff to pupil ratio of roughly six to one.
The curriculum is designed to cultivate independent learners capable of critical thinking, with an emphasis on both core subject knowledge and the ‘craft of the classroom’. Wellington provides a diverse range of subjects with minimal setting but some streaming in mathematics and languages. The school offers Mandarin alongside several other modern languages and features popular options such as dance, design engineering and computer science.
With a balanced mix of A levels and the IB Diploma, Wellington offers a rigorous yet flexible senior programme tailored to each pupil’s strengths and future ambitions. The school encourages individuality, supporting students who wish to launch their own clubs, projects or artistic ventures. From exhibitions showcasing student ceramics to distinctive co curricular activities like ‘glass fusing with Mrs Carr’, pupils benefit from a wealth of opportunities for creative expression and personal development.
ADMISSIONS
Admission to Wellington College is highly competitive, with around 200 pupils entering the Third Form at age 13. Demand for places is strong, with several applicants for each place, predominantly from UK prep schools but increasingly from a wider educational background. The school seeks pupils who demonstrate academic ability alongside character, enthusiasm and a willingness to contribute to the broader life of the school.
Candidates complete assessments such as the ISEB Common Pre Test and are evaluated through interviews and holistic review of their suitability for the boarding and academic environment.
For entry at 14+ or 16+, the admissions process varies and may include cognitive testing, interviews and immersive visits to assess a candidate’s adaptability, curiosity and engagement. Wellington maintains a diverse intake with pupils joining from across the UK and internationally, reflecting the school’s global outlook and inclusive ethos.
Get to know us
We are always ready to help so give us a call or email if you prefer. We look forward to hearing from you.
Get to know us
We are always ready to help so give us a call or email if you prefer. We look forward to hearing from you.