Berkhamsted School
- British
- A Level
About
Berkhamsted Schools Group is a family of independent schools in Hertfordshire and Buckinghamshire, offering education and care for boys and girls from 5 months to 18 years, from a day nursery through to sixth form. Berkhamsted School was founded in 1541 and has an Old Hall at its centre.
Key facts
Source: Read from the school's website
Curriculum
British · A Level
Ages
Ages 0–18
Type
Local school, international programme
- Founded
- 1541
- Gender
- coed_primary_single_secondary
- Ownership
- Non-profit
Fees
Source: Read from the school's website
2026 school year
| Grade | Per term |
|---|---|
| Year 7 | GBP 8,881 |
| Year 8 | GBP 8,881 |
| Year 9 | GBP 10,844 |
| Year 10 | GBP 10,844 |
| Year 11 | GBP 10,844 |
The school's document states 3 payments per year.
One-off costs
- Application fee
- GBP 224
As published by the school. Amounts change with the school year and exchange rates; please confirm with the school before applying. Source: school website (checked 2026-11-02)
Admissions
Source: Read from the school's website
- Scholarships
- Yes
- Financial aid
- Yes
Curriculum and academics
Source: Read from the school's websiteCompiled from public sources
Curricula, explained
British curriculum
Early years to sixth form · Ages 3–18
Follows the English National Curriculum; pupils usually take IGCSEs around age 16 and A Levels in the last two years.
A Level
Last 2 years of school · Ages 16–18
The British university-entrance qualification: usually 3–4 subjects studied in depth for two years; UK universities make offers on these grades.
Ages are the usual bands; schools can differ.Curriculum basics guide
Strengths
- Academics
- Outdoor education
- Performing arts
Student support
Source: Read from the school's website
- Device policy
- Device provided by the school
- Boarding
- Yes
Campus and school life
Source: Read from the school's website
Facilities
- Swimming pool
- Theatre
Sports
- Swimming
- Astro
- High ropes
Arts
- Centenary Theatre
After-school activities
- Extension societies
- Leadership
- Debating
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Source: Read from the school's website
Updated 2026-11-06
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