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Westminster School

Co-ed

Dat Deus Incrementum

(God Gives the Increase)

Church of England
Year 9 - Year 13 (Upper Sixth) (Ages 13-18)
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Westminster School is an ancient independent boarding and day school located in the urban setting of Central London, within the precincts of Westminster Abbey. Its origins can be traced to a charity school established by Benedictine monks in the early 14th century, and it was refounded by Elizabeth I in 1560. The school claims to foster academic excellence, scholarship, and open-minded inquiry. It offers day and boarding places for boys aged 13-18 and is co-educational for girls in the Sixth Form from 16-18. The school utilizes playing fields at Vincent Square a short distance away for sports.

Selectivity:
Non-selective
Boarding:
Full Boarding
Weekly Boarding

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Last updated on 11 February 2026 (not all data elements were necessarily updated on this date)

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Fees (Day Pupils)

Vs. National Average

+55.4%

Westminster School's fees are 55.4% higher than the national average.

Vs. County Average

+56.0%

Westminster School's fees are 56.0% higher than the county average.

Based on 60 schools in Greater London and 156 nationally.

Note: based on core termly fees including mandatory lunch and learning materials charges but excluding any discounts or other additional charges for extra-curriculars, registration, etc. Please check the schools' official websites for full fees and charges.

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Details

Founded:1179
Gender Mix:Co-ed (Approx. 83%/17% Boy/Girl)
Boarder Mix:Approx. 24.0% of pupils are boarders
School Size: Approx. 773 pupils
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Registered Charity No.:312728
Owner/Stakeholder: Westminster School family (owner)
Qualifications/Certifications Offered:
A Level
AS Level
Duke of Edinburgh’s Award
Extended Project Qualification (EPQ)
GCSE
International A Level
Scholarships:
Academic
All-Rounder
Music
Organ
Bursaries offered: Yes
Means-tested day bursaries are available for academically-able pupils at 11+, 13+ and 16+. They are awarded to day pupils living in London who are British citizens, EEA, or Swiss citizens, covering uniform, equipment, and compulsory school expeditions.
Sports Facilities:
Playing Fields
Fives Court
Fencing
Gym (Strength & Conditioning)
Climbing Wall
Table Tennis
Basketball Court
Netball Courts
Football Pitch
Volleyball Court
Hockey Pitch
Badminton Court
Shooting Range
Golf Course
Swimming Pool (Indoor)
Judo
Sailing facilities
Cricket Grounds
Other Facilities:
Chapel
Dark Room
Drama Studio
Exhibition Space
Library
Music Studio
Recital Hall
Recording Studio
School Shop
Theatre

Contact Information

Address

Westminster School, 17 Dean's Yard, London, Greater London, SW1P 3PF

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General Enquiries

+44 (0)20 7963 1000