Clifton College Bristol

Clifton College is one of England's most distinguished independent schools, located in the elegant Clifton district of Bristol. Founded in 1862, the school has over 160 years of educational heritage and serves approximately 1,300 students from age 3 to 18 across its pre-prep, prep, and senior schools. Clifton College offers A-Levels and is an authorised IB World School offering the International Baccalaureate Diploma alongside traditional A-Level qualifications. The school attracts a significant number of international students from over 40 countries, drawn by its exceptional academic reputation, boarding provision, and Bristol's vibrant cultural scene. Clifton College is a member of the Headmasters' and Headmistresses' Conference (HMC) and is inspected by the Independent Schools Inspectorate (ISI). Facilities are outstanding, including state-of-the-art science laboratories, a theatre, sports pitches, a swimming pool, and the magnificent Close -- one of England's iconic school cricket grounds. The school's academic results are consistently strong, with a high proportion of leavers gaining places at Russell Group universities, Oxford, Cambridge, and leading international institutions. Clifton College is an outstanding choice for international families seeking boarding or day schooling in the South West of England.