Clifton College, located in the heart of Bristol has a rich and established heritage with the British Armed Forces and the families that serve within it. For 150 years our welcoming House staff have been supporting children with the Forces lifestyle.
We offer an exclusive package for military families in receipt of CEA, where families receive a heavily discounted boarding fee per term in addition to CEA.
| Prep School | Years 4-8 | £1,175 |
| Upper School | Years 9-11 | £1,765 |
| Sixth Form | Years 12-13 | £2,350 |
(Based on current fees as published on our website, including VAT. Please note fees are reviewed annually.)
The boarding fee includes academic tuition, activities outside of the classroom, breakfast, three-course lunch, three-course supper, laundry, games and prep, textbook loan, pupils’ personal accident insurance, travel and accommodation when representing the school, and internet access.*
Why choose Clifton College?
Clifton College is an independent co-educational day and boarding school for children from 3 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 are proud of our school’s strong military tradition and that we are the school of choice for many HM Forces families and FCDO families. Our military 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 unique House system
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, understanding the Emotional Cycle of Deployment for Children and ensuring your child receives individualised care and guidance.
We understand the importance of a consistent and stable education for military families; a Clifton College education offers your children a broad curriculum, outstanding academic and pastoral support, extensive activities outside the classroom and a home away from home, centered around their boarding house.
As Clifton College is both a day and boarding school, our pupils are present throughout much of the term and our houses are vibrant and busy even at the weekend. We have several exeats during the school year, but there is an option for boarders to stay in their houses, so they can always feel at home.
Location – why Bristol?
Clifton College is located in the beautiful residential area of Clifton, Bristol, near the vast green space of The Downs and the city’s famous landmark, the Clifton Suspension Bridge. Bristol is the largest city in the South West of the UK, 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.
Your next steps
Discover Clifton College and start your journey today by attending one of our open events or booking a personal visit or video tour at a time convenient to you.
To find out more, please contact our friendly admissions team:
Prep School (ages 8-13) – prepadmissions@cliftoncollege.com – 0117 315 7160
Upper School (ages 13-18) – admissions@cliftoncollege.com – 0117 315 7110
* Extra charges apply to music lessons, 1:1 Learning support in the Upper School, Art & DT materials in the 6th Form – unless you are a scholar in these subjects, exam fees and dry cleaning.
