Stonar School

URN: 126512 • Wiltshire SN12 8NT

Overview

Name
Stonar School
URN
126512
Type
Other independent school
Phase
Not applicable
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
Private
Yes
Ofsted rating
n/a
Ranking score
44.7 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Matthew Way (since 2025) , Head
Telephone
01225701740
Website
Visit
Address
Cottles Park, Wiltshire SN12 8NT

Summary

Stonar School, established in 1895, is a co-educational independent school located in the Wiltshire countryside, catering to pupils aged 2-18. With a current enrolment of 451 students and a capacity of 470, the school offers a nurturing environment that emphasizes both academic and pastoral development. Stonar is particularly renowned for its equestrian programme, welcoming riders of all abilities and providing a world-class equestrian centre on-site.

The curriculum at Stonar is broad and balanced, focusing on creativity, sport, and outdoor education. The school prides itself on its small class sizes and individual mentoring, which contribute to students achieving high academic results, consistently placing them in the top 10% nationally for value-added at GCSE. Beyond academics, Stonar encourages participation in a variety of co-curricular activities, fostering leadership and personal growth.

The school community is built on kindness and integrity, where pupils are supported in a familial environment. With three boarding houses set within 80 acres of countryside, Stonar aims to create a harmonious living experience for its students, promoting lifelong friendships and a sense of belonging.

Key details

LA
Wiltshire
Age range
2 - 18
Boarders
Boarding school
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
470
Pupils
451
Boys
168
Girls
283
FSM %
Open date
1935-01-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 451 168 283 470
2024-09-11 427 158 269 470
2023-09-11 398 143 255 444 0.00
2022-09-11 398 143 255 444 0.00
2021-09-11 349 117 232 444 0.00
2020-09-11 326 107 219 444 0.00

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