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About St Paul's School London
St Paul's School is a selective independent school in Barnes, southwest London. Founded by John Colet in 1509, it educates boys through St Paul's Prep and the senior school, with the senior school focused on ages 13 to 18.
The school offers a broad academic curriculum with public examination preparation, sixth form study and extensive co-curricular opportunities. Its campus on the River Thames supports sport, rowing, music, drama, art, societies and outdoor activities, while bursary provision reflects the founder's aim of opening education to able pupils.
Admissions entry points include 7+, 11+, 13+ and 16+ across the school group. General enquiries are handled by reception at reception@stpaulsschool.org.uk or admissions@stpaulsschool.org.uk.
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- Address
- St Paul's School, Lonsdale Road, Barnes, London, England SW13 9JT
- Established
- 1509
- Grades / levels
- Ages 7-18 across St Paul's Prep and St Paul's School; senior school for boys aged 13-18
- Boards / curriculum
- GCSE, IGCSE, A Level and Pre-U where offered
- Courses offered
- Academic subjects, senior school, prep school, sixth form, music, sport, rowing, drama, art, societies and bursaries.
- Languages
- English
- Accreditation
- Independent school inspected by ISI; member of HMC
- reception@stpaulsschool.org.uk
- Phone
- +44 20 8748 9162
- Admissions email
- admissions@stpaulsschool.org.uk
- Admissions phone
- +44 20 8748 9162
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