Clifton College Preparatory School
School summary
Founded in 1908, Clifton College Preparatory School is a small, multi-faith independent school in Bristol with around 419 pupils. It welcomes both day and boarding children, with boarding bringing a wider community to school life. The modest roll allows pupils to be known individually rather than lost in the crowd. Both girls and boys are taught here, and the school is overseen by Headmaster Jim Walton.
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Teaching & academics
Entry and progression are supported by a clear scholarship structure, with awards available in academic work, music and sport. The school is inspected by the ISI. Its size suggests a setting where individual attention is more readily given.
Headmaster · Jim Walton
Beyond the classroom
Music and sport are recognised strongly enough to carry their own scholarships, signalling these as areas where the school invests. Boarding life adds an additional dimension to the wider programme beyond the classroom.
School life & ethos
- Founded
- 1908
- Religious character
- Multi-faith
- Boarding
- Yes
Mobile phone policy
Mobile phones and other electronic items with internet capability are not permitted in school. Such items belonging to boarders and Year 7 and 8 day pupils should be handed in immediately as pupils arrive at school and remain in Houses at all times, in the care of the Housemaster/mistress.
Fees & bursaries
- Day fees (per year)
- £13,545 - £26,460
- Boarding fees (per year)
- £25,155 - £44,205
Means-tested bursaries offered only to pupils who have been successful in obtaining a scholarship
Schools nearby
Clifton College
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Clifton High School
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Bristol Waldorf School
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Bristol International College
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Bristol Grammar School
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Queen Elizabeth's Hospital
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Compiled from public data. Last checked 5 June 2026.