Stonyhurst College, Clitheroe
Stonyhurst College is an independent school for pupils aged 3 to 19 in Clitheroe. It has a Roman Catholic religious character. It is inspected by the Independent Schools Inspectorate (ISI) rather than Ofsted; its most recent ISI inspection was a routine inspection in April 2026.
Data last updated 26 Oct 2026
Stonyhurst College in detail
Stonyhurst College in its own words
From the headteacher's welcome: "Children joining St Mary's Hall from the age of 3 are welcomed into our purpose-built, award winning Pre-Prep unit, Hodder House. Set in glorious woodland, it is an ideal location for indoor and outdoor play, and learning using our exceptional facilities and outdoor classroom."
Clubs and activities named on the school's website include chess, robotics, debating and philosophy.
The school runs after-school care.
Coming up: an open day on Tuesday 10 November 2026 and an open day on Monday 16 November 2026. Check the school's website before you go, as dates can change.
All school open days in Lancashire
Headteacher's welcome (school website)Clubs (school website)Wraparound care (school website)
Source: The school's own website
Results
The Department for Education's GCSE measures do not count IGCSEs, which many independent schools take instead of GCSEs, so the Attainment 8 and English and maths figures it publishes for Stonyhurst College can understate its results. We do not rank or compare them; ask the school for its own GCSE and IGCSE results.
Compared with nearby schools
The nearest other independent schools to Stonyhurst College are Oakhill School (3.3 miles) and Moorland School Limited (4.1 miles).
Where pupils go next
Of the 119 students who left the sixth form in 2023/24, 41% went on to university or other higher education, 3% to apprenticeships and 4% into work.
Who goes there
In 2026, 217 pupils (31.9%) received SEN support and 4 (0.6%) had an education, health and care plan.
Getting there
The nearest railway station is Whalley Rail Station, about 2.9 miles away in a straight line.
The area around the school
In August 2026, police recorded 1 crime within a mile of the school, most often other theft. That is well below the typical figure around schools in Lancashire (109).
Sources: DfE school performance data (averages: state mainstream schools); DfE destination measures; DfE school census and special educational needs statistics; NaPTAN (Department for Transport); English Indices of Deprivation 2025 (MHCLG); data.police.uk street-level crime
Key Information
DfE GIASISI Inspection Reports
Independent schools in England are inspected by the Independent Schools Inspectorate (ISI), not Ofsted.
Routine Inspection
14 April 2026
Educational Quality / Focused Compliance
18 April 2023
Short Visit
29 November 2021
Regulatory Compliance
27 March 2019
Integrated
15 March 2016
About
Stonyhurst College is a co-educational Catholic public school providing education for boarding and day pupils, adhering to the Jesuit tradition. It is based on the Stonyhurst Estate, next to the village of Hurst Green, in Lancashire, in the United Kingdom.
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Fees for 2026/27
Day fees, per year
£14,747 to £31,159
depending on year group
Boarding fees, per year
£38,728 to £53,542
| UK - Full Boarding (Year 12 to 13) | £53,542 a year |
| UK - Full Boarding (Year 9 to 11) | £52,642 a year |
| UK - Full Boarding (Year 7 to 8) | £38,728 a year |
| Day (Year 12 to 13) | £31,159 a year |
| Day (Year 9 to 11) | £30,859 a year |
| Day (Year 7 to 8) | £25,891 a year |
| UK - Full Boarding (Year 4 to 6) | £38,728 a year |
| Day (Year 4 to 6) | £18,473 a year |
| Day (Year 3) | £16,610 a year |
| Day (Year 0 to 2) | £14,747 a year |
Including VAT. From the school's own fee schedule; check with the school before you rely on it.
Private school fees in Lancashire - 10 schools' published fees side by side
At a Glance
No
Boarding
Yes
Nursery
Yes
Sixth Form
No
Special Measures
Secondary Performance (GCSE)
The Department for Education's GCSE measures do not count IGCSEs, which many independent schools take instead of GCSEs, so the Attainment 8 and English and maths figures it publishes for Stonyhurst College can understate its results. We do not rank or compare them; ask the school for its own GCSE and IGCSE results.
GCSE Subjects Offered
2025/26 academic year - entries by number of pupils
How Does This School Compare?
Ranked against 2 nearby all-through schools
Keep up with Stonyhurst College
Before and after school care
Clubs on Ofsted's childcare register at or near Stonyhurst College.
- Just Imagine Creative Camp - Stonyhurst CollegeAt the school · Not yet graded
Safety and surroundings
Road collisions within 500 m (2021 to 2025)
No injury road collisions were reported to the police within 500 m of the school's mapped location in 2021 to 2025.
The typical figure for schools in Lancashire is 12 (the median across 707 schools, same distance and years).
Serious and slight counts use the Department for Transport's severity adjustment, which allows for changes in how police forces record injuries; they are estimates, rounded to whole numbers. Distances are in a straight line. Source: Department for Transport, Road Safety Data (STATS19), Open Government Licence v3.0.
Commute and house prices
Capacity & Demand
School Occupancy
79%
Available places
680 pupils
860 places
180 spare places
as recorded on GIAS
Area Demand Pressure - Clitheroe
Based on MHCLG Live Table 122 (2024-25, last 5 years) for Clitheroe
Across Lancashire council
Places available
14,702
Applications
13,782
Got 1st preference
87.1%
Got preferred school
97.2%
All secondary applications across Lancashire council (2026/27), not just this school.
SEND & SEN Provision
SEN Overview
217
SEN Support
4
EHC Plans
32.5%
of Total Pupils
2026 academic year
Provision & Specialist Facilities
Pupils by Need Type
No need-level breakdown available
Pupil Demographics
Key Indicators
680
Total Pupils
377
Boys
303
Girls
2026 academic year
Feeder Primary Schools
Primary schools that likely feed into this school, based on proximity
Stonyhurst College
Questions parents ask about Stonyhurst College
What are GCSE results like at Stonyhurst College?
The Department for Education's GCSE measures do not count IGCSEs, which many independent schools take instead of GCSEs, so the Attainment 8 and English and maths figures it publishes for Stonyhurst College can understate its results. We do not rank or compare them; ask the school for its own GCSE and IGCSE results.
When was Stonyhurst College last inspected?
Stonyhurst College is inspected by the Independent Schools Inspectorate (ISI) rather than Ofsted. Its most recent ISI inspection was a routine inspection in April 2026.
How many pupils go to Stonyhurst College?
Stonyhurst College has around 680 pupils on roll.
How do I apply to Stonyhurst College?
Stonyhurst College is an independent school and runs its own admissions rather than going through the local authority. Contact the school directly for entry requirements, assessment dates, fees and any bursaries.
Does Stonyhurst College have a breakfast club or after-school club?
Ofsted's childcare register lists an out-of-school club at the school: Just Imagine Creative Camp - Stonyhurst College (registered, not yet graded). The school may also run its own clubs, which don't have to register with Ofsted.
How many road collisions happen near Stonyhurst College?
No injury road collisions were reported to the police within 500 m of the school's mapped location in 2021 to 2025. The typical figure for schools in Lancashire is 12 (the median across 707 schools, same distance and years).
Where is Stonyhurst College?
Stonyhurst College is at Stonyhurst, Clitheroe, Clitheroe, Lancashire, BB7 9PZ.
Source: Department for Transport, Road Safety Data (STATS19)