Repton School
URN: 113009 • Derby DE65 6FH
Overview
- Name
- Repton School
- URN
- 113009
- Type
- Other independent school
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Christian
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- Yes
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
- Ranking score
- 45.8 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Mark Semmence (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01283559200
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Repton, Derby DE65 6FH
Summary
Repton School, located in Derbyshire, is an independent co-educational institution with a rich history dating back to 1557. Catering to 626 pupils, the school emphasizes a balanced approach to education, integrating academic pursuits with sports, arts, and extracurricular activities. This holistic ethos is encapsulated in their five pillars: Pastoral Care, Academia, Sport, Extra-Curricular Activities, and the Spirit of Place, ensuring that students develop as well-rounded individuals.
The school prides itself on its strong academic performance, with recent GCSE and A-Level results reflecting high achievement. Repton is particularly noted for its excellence in sports, having been recognized as the UK's leading independent school for this area. The supportive community environment is highlighted by positive feedback from parents and pupils, who commend the school's focus on nurturing individual strengths and fostering confidence.
Repton School also offers a unique admissions process tailored to the needs of prospective families, ensuring a welcoming and personalized experience. The school's commitment to maintaining traditional values while embracing modern educational practices positions it as a leading choice for families seeking a comprehensive educational experience.
The school prides itself on its strong academic performance, with recent GCSE and A-Level results reflecting high achievement. Repton is particularly noted for its excellence in sports, having been recognized as the UK's leading independent school for this area. The supportive community environment is highlighted by positive feedback from parents and pupils, who commend the school's focus on nurturing individual strengths and fostering confidence.
Repton School also offers a unique admissions process tailored to the needs of prospective families, ensuring a welcoming and personalized experience. The school's commitment to maintaining traditional values while embracing modern educational practices positions it as a leading choice for families seeking a comprehensive educational experience.
Useful links
- Inspection Reports (sen)
- School Calendar (calendar)
- Read Our Good Schools Guide Review (other)
- Read Our Muddy Stilettos Review (other)
- REPTON PREP (other)
- FAMILY OF SCHOOLS (other)
- School Information (other)
- Term Dates (other)
- Privacy and terms (other)
- Read our Talk Education Review (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Ivy House School (68.5)
- Derby Pride Academy (66.7)
- St Clare's School (66.7)
- St Martins School (66.7)
- St Giles' School (65.7)
Key details
- LA
- Derbyshire
- Age range
- 12 - 19
- Boarders
- Boarding school
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 680
- Pupils
- 626
- Boys
- 336
- Girls
- 290
- FSM %
- Open date
- 1908-01-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Derbyshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 626 | 336 | 290 | 680 | |
| 2024-09-11 | 620 | 332 | 288 | 680 | |
| 2023-09-11 | 621 | 357 | 264 | 680 | 0.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 621 | 357 | 264 | 680 | 0.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 592 | 347 | 245 | 680 | 0.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 607 | 348 | 259 | 680 | 0.00 |
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