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Winchester College is a world famous, independent boarding school in Hampshire for pupils aged 13-18, with a co-ed Sixth Form offering day places. Sixth Form applications are now open for September 2025 entry.
Winchester College is an English public school (a long-established fee-charging boarding school for pupils aged 13–18) with some provision for day attendees, in Winchester, Hampshire, England. It was founded by William of Wykeham in 1382 as a feeder school for New College, Oxford, and has existed in its present location ever since.
Community. Visit Us. Receive a warm welcome at Winchester College. Winchester College, founded by William of Wykeham in 1382, is one of the world’s most famous and distinguished schools and a heritage site of international significance. Located in the historic surrounds of England’s medieval capital, the school is fortunate to maintain 11 ...
Winchester College in the 21st Century. A New Vision. In Spring 2021, the Warden announced a new vision and significant programme of change for the school. This represents an exciting new phase in Winchester’s history, which will bring multiple benefits to this and future generations of Wykehamists.
The history of Winchester College began in 1382 with its foundation by William of Wykeham. He was a former Bishop of Winchester and Chancellor to both Edward III and Richard II. He decided to found the school in response to the lack of trained priests after the Black Death.
Winchester College is a leading independent boys’ boarding school. Founded in 1382, it has the longest continuous history of any English school. Sixth Form applications are now open for September 2025 entry.
Winchester College | Admissions. 13+ Sixth Form Fees Bursaries Winchester Entrance Election Music & Sports Scholarships contact admissions Prospectus Visit Winchester. Our unique admissions process is based substantially on interview and focuses on potential, not merely prior attainment.
