Uppingham School Open Morning
Open Days and Open Weeks
- #1 Open Day: 2026-05-09 09:30:00
We host a number of separate Visiting Days for entry into the Lower School (Years 7 and 8) and Fourth Form (Year 9), and the Sixth Form (Year 12) throughout the year. These Visiting Days offer an excellent introduction to the School, particularly for those who have not been here before.
Our Visiting Days begin at 9.30am with coffee in the Memorial Hall, where there is a chance to meet the Headmaster, the Director of Admissions, other senior staff, a number of pupils, housemasters and housemistresses.
After the Headmaster’s address at 10.00am sharp, there is a tour of the School lasting an hour, followed by visits to two of the houses that are open for the day. Usually, two boys’ houses and two girls’ houses are open, and parents and prospective pupils are free to visit any combination of these.
Refreshments and snacks are available at the conclusion of the tours during which time the Director of Admissions talks about the application process and other staff are available to meet. The day concludes by 1.00pm.
For entry into the Lower School (Years 7 and 8) and Fourth Form (Year 9), Visiting Days are open to families with children aged nine or ten, in Years 5 and 6 (the two year groups that precede our entrance pre-tests in Year 7). Visiting Days for these cohorts are available each term.
Overview
- Key Stage 4 (KS4): 14–16
- Key Stage 5 (KS5): 16–18
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- Full Boarding
- Co-educational
Religious Affiliation
Student Numbers
Gender Profile %
Offering
Curriculum
- GCSE
- iGCSE
- A Levels (Advanced Level)
Summer Programmes
English Language Support
- EAL (English as an Additional Language)
- Art and Design
- Classical Greek
- Combined Science
- Computer Science
- Design and Technology
- Drama
- English Language
- English Literature
- French
- Geography
- German
- History
- Latin
- Mandarin Chinese
- Mathematics
- Music
- Religious Studies (RS)
- Spanish
- Art and Design
- Biology
- Business Studies
- Chemistry
- Classical Civilisation
- Classical Greek
- Computer Science
- Design and Technology
- Drama and Theatre
- Economics
- English Literature
- French
- Further Mathematics
- Geography
- German
- History
- Latin
- Mathematics
- Music
- Philosophy
- Physics
- Politics
- Psychology
- Spanish
Sports & Outdoors
- Duke of Edinburgh
- Athletics
- Badminton
- Cricket
- Football
- Hockey
- Netball
- Swimming
- Tennis
Music, Drama & Arts
- Public speaking
- Theater
Academic, Debate & Leadership
- STEM clubs
Academic
- Science laboratories
- Library digital and print
- Computer lab / IT suite
Sports & Recreation
- Sports hall
- Swimming pool
- Gym
Boarding & Pastoral Care
- Common rooms
- Dining hall
Other Amenities
Ours is a welcoming and accessible community, with compassionate learning and pastoral support to ensure we meet the individual needs of every pupil.
We recognise that every pupil has differing needs, abilities and preferences – and that these will change over time and in different circumstances. That’s why every member of staff, from housemasters and housemistresses to teachers and matrons, is focused on creating a caring environment that fulfils the needs of each individual.
Our school community is welcoming and accessible to all pupils. We provide effective and compassionate support for pupils with identified special educational needs or disabilities (SEND), as well as those who may be experiencing temporary difficulties – whether physical or emotional.
Our Learning Support department has specific expertise in helping pupils with a whole range of special educational needs, in the context of a mainstream, academically selective school. These specialists work closely with both academic and pastoral staff to ensure we monitor and manage the progress of all pupils in our care, whatever their individual requirements and including any pupil with an EHC plan.
Admissions
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Entry Requirements
Selective entry at 13+ and 16+. Candidates sit the ISEB Pre-Test or the school’s own assessments in English, Maths, and Reasoning, followed by an interview.
Key Dates for Admissions
Registration is recommended at least two years prior to entry (typically by May of Year 7 for 13+).
16+ (Sixth Form): Assessments held in November of Year 11. Minimum requirement: 6 GCSEs at Grade 6 or above.
Key Dates: Offer letters for 13+ entry are generally dispatched in the Spring term of Year 7.
Results
Exceptional A-Level performance with 84% of grades at A–B*. Consistently ranked in the top 150 schools by The Sunday Times. Noted as a national center of excellence for Music and Art.
High matriculation to Russell Group and Oxbridge; popular choices include Durham, Exeter, Bristol, and Newcastle.
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