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Winchester College is a world famous, independent boarding school in Hampshire for pupils aged 13-18, with a co-ed Sixth Form offering day places. Sixth Form applications are now open for September 2025 entry.
Winchester College is an English public school (a long-established fee-charging boarding school for pupils aged 13–18) with some provision for day attendees, in Winchester, Hampshire, England.
We welcome pupils to our Sixth Form to study alongside other ambitious girls and boys and to make the most of everything Winchester has to offer. Pupils benefit from expert teaching and small class sizes across our A Level curriculum, and enjoy sports, music, arts and a wide range of extra-curricular activities, in a beautiful environment.
Winchester College is one of the country’s oldest surviving schools. The richness of its heritage and the legacy of its founder are appreciated by everyone who comes here. Read more
Winchester College, founded by William of Wykeham in 1382, is one of the world’s most famous and distinguished schools and a heritage site of international significance. Located in the historic surrounds of England’s medieval capital, the school is fortunate to maintain 11 acres of formal gardens and more than 80 listed buildings, many of ...
Learning at Winchester College: Encouraging a culture of curiosity and exploration
The history of Winchester College began in 1382 with its foundation by William of Wykeham. He was a former Bishop of Winchester and Chancellor to both Edward III and Richard II. He decided to found the school in response to the lack of trained priests after the Black Death.
Founded in 1382 as a boys boarding school, Winchester College has the longest continuous history of any English school. A philanthropic founding father. Winchester College was founded by William of Wykeham (1324-1404), who rose from unexceptional social origins to become Bishop of Winchester and Chancellor of England.
The timeline below leads you through the process and includes all the links you will need to apply, to book your visit to the school, and to apply for a bursary or scholarship: Election (Academic) or Music and Sports Awards . You can view our Winchester College Prospectus here.
Winchester College is a full boarding school, with day places available in the Sixth Form only. We offer full boarding for many contemporary reasons, not tradition alone. Boarding at Winchester gives pupils an unmatched experience of focused learning and friendship.
