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Verified · May 2026A-Level
Shrewsbury, United Kingdom Boarding · Coed Ages 1318

Concord College

A specialist UK international boarding school for ages 13-18 with a published A-Level top-marks record consistently in the national top tier.

73-acre Shropshire campusTop-5 A-Level results nationally year on yearOxford / Cambridge / Imperial / LSE / UCL pipelineInternational boarding 13-18 (40+ countries)1:7 ratio + 12-student average classFounded 1949 — dedicated international boarding heritage
Ages
13–18
Format
Boarding
Tuition
$80,000 – $85,000
Deadline
October 31, 2026

AI Fit Summary

Match score
88
Updated based on a sample Student Fit Profile.

Why this school may fit your child: Concord College pairs a A-Level / British academic track with a rural campus and a 1:7 student-teacher ratio. It's a strong consideration for students drawn to Oxbridge / STEM (Imperial Engineering, Cambridge Sciences) pathways.

  • Strong fit for Oxbridge / STEM (Imperial Engineering, Cambridge Sciences) pathway
  • 1:7 ratio supports individualized attention
  • A-Level · British curriculum aligns with university aspirations
  • Mature pastoral and house structure

Academic overview

Concord College sits on a 73-acre campus near Shrewsbury, with about 580 boarders from 40+ countries. The school is explicitly built around international boarding (no significant UK-day cohort) and academic intensity — its A-Level results regularly rank in the national top 5 of independent schools, with recent destinations including Oxford, Cambridge, Imperial, LSE, UCL, Edinburgh, Durham and Bristol. Published boarding fee is £21,000/term (£63,000/year inclusive of VAT). Strong fit for academically ambitious international families seeking a UK boarding environment with a tight academic focus and well-supported visa and pastoral logistics for non-UK students. Class size of 12 with a 1:7 student-teacher ratio enables tutorial-style instruction and mentor-led research projects.

Curriculum
A-Level · British
Acceptance
Highly Selective
University placement
95/100

Curriculum & subjects

MathematicsFurther MathematicsPhysicsChemistryBiologyComputer ScienceEconomicsBusiness StudiesEnglish LiteratureHistoryGeographyPsychologyArt

Boarding life

Houses are organized around year-group cohorts with a dedicated houseparent and tutorial team. Weekend programming combines structured academic catch-up, trips into the surrounding region, and creative downtime.

University pathways

BestPeopleDo placement score
95 / 100
Counselling support
Dedicated team during application year

Placement score is BestPeopleDo's internal estimate of the school's recent university outcomes (0–100), based on publicly available data and advisor knowledge. Detailed per-cohort offer counts are confirmed during the advisor call.

Fees & scholarships

Annual tuition
$80,000 – $85,000
Application fee
$250
Scholarships
Available
Visa support
Provided

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Books, uniforms, trips, school-organised travel home — typically 10–20% on top of tuition.

Location

Concord College sits in Shrewsbury, United Kingdom — a rural campus. Tap "Request virtual tour" above to have an advisor send walkthrough video links and schedule a live tour.

Shrewsbury, United Kingdom

Admissions process

  1. 1
    Inquiry & profile review
    We share your child's Student Fit Profile with the admissions team.
  2. 2
    Application & documents
    School-specific form, transcripts, recommendations, English test if required.
  3. 3
    Assessment
    Online interview, sample lesson, or admissions test depending on the school.
  4. 4
    Offer & enrollment
    Offer letter, contract, and visa support if needed.

Important dates

Application deadline
October 31, 2026
Next intake
September 2026

FAQ

Is Concord College a good fit for international families?

Yes. Concord College actively supports families relocating internationally with visa guidance, language transitions, and pastoral care designed for mobile households.

What does the typical application timeline look like?

Most families start 12–18 months before intended intake. Early application is strongly recommended for boarding.

Are scholarships available?

Yes. Merit-based and need-based scholarships are reviewed annually.

What's the average class size?

Approximately 12 students per class with a 1:7 student-teacher ratio.

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