Modern co-educational boarding at the highest level
Strong academics with breadth across sport, music, drama and the outdoors. Schools competing — and increasingly winning — at the top of the UK independent sector.
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The four co-ed schools families ask us about most often, with one hero profile and three supporting guides.
Co-ed boarding has changed substantially in 20 years. Where it sits now — and which schools lead.
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All co-ed boarding schools
Every co-ed boarding school we cover, listed alphabetically.
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Co-Ed Boarding · Kent Canterbury, Kent
How to Get Into King’s Canterbury
Britain's oldest school. Cathedral setting, strong music tradition. Day and boarding pathways across all entry points.
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Co-Ed Boarding · Northants Oundle, Northamptonshire
How to Get Into Oundle School
Largest co-ed boarding school in the UK. Strong STEM and engineering reputation. Boarding-led with some day places.
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Co-Ed Boarding · Bucks Buckingham, Buckinghamshire
How to Get Into Stowe School
National Trust country estate setting. Co-ed boarding with strong all-rounder tradition. Sport, music and creative arts emphasised.
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