A British school with a well-developed culture of outdoor activities and character development.
School Campus
Shiplake College occupies 47 acres along the Thames, just four kilometers from Henley-on-Thames. The Victorian Shiplake Court mansion stands alongside the modern John Turner Building, while the campus also features a contemporary sports center, cricket pavilion, and extensive rowing facilities on the river. Other notable spaces include the Tithe Barn theatre, Marjorie White building, and the Davies Centre, which houses world-class rowing and outdoor education programs.
Academic Achievement
The educational program at Shiplake College prepares students for life in the 21st century. Younger years follow the national curriculum with mixed-ability classes, and by 2023 the school had grown to over 500 pupils as demand for places reached record levels. Graduates go on to prestigious universities like Oxford, Cambridge, and Harvard—over 90% of sixth-formers continue to university, with half applying to institutions in the Complete University Guide’s top 40.
Extracurricular Opportunities
Shiplake College offers an extensive extracurricular program that includes rugby, football, cricket, archaeology, performances at the Tithe Barn theatre, crossbow, canoeing, climbing, and sailing, as well as:
- Hockey
- Competitive rowing (including participation in the prestigious Henley Royal Regatta)
- The Duke of Edinburgh’s Award program
- Combined Cadet Force (CCF)
- Music school
These broad opportunities support well-rounded development and prepare students for successful careers.
Boarding at Shiplake College
The school offers various boarding options: full, weekly, and flexible arrangements from Year 9 onward. Comfortable living conditions create an atmosphere of genuine support that fosters independence and social skills, while weekend programs spark curiosity through cultural, social, and sporting activities. Flexible boarding allows families to adapt schedules according to their children’s needs.
