Stonar

Established in 1895, Stonar is a leading day and boarding school in a charming countryside setting. Our friendly school of 420 pupils is located on an 80 acre rural site, just 20 minutes from Bath. Our progressive curriculum transcends the purely academic, creating an enriching environment in which pupils discover and develop their individual talents - and gain a deeper experience of the world. Stonar has a strong set of values. We are a kind, hard-working, happy school, with a family-oriented community. Children are free from judgement and this builds their self-confidence, leading to excellent all-round achievement.


The School offers an extensive co-curricular programme with a particular focus on Adventure Training and horse riding. Stonar is widely regarded as the leading equestrian school in the UK, with our impressive riding facilities located at the heart of the school. You don’t have to ride to join Stonar. Approximately 40% of the community take riding lessons, from complete beginners to experienced competitive riders.

“Stonar is a kind,hardworking family of boarders and day pupils, with an outstanding equestrian centre.”

For boarders, Stonar becomes their second home. With 130 boarders, in three houses, pupils benefit from excellent relationships with children of all ages and flourish as individuals in our relaxed and down to earth environment.
All Forces Families are eligible for a 20% discount.

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Enquire about: Stonar
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HeadMr Matthew Way
School TypeCombined co-education school
Junior Age Range2 - 11
Senior Age Range11 - 18
AcademicGCSE: Yes
Alevel: Yes
Int'l Baccalaureate: No
Vocational Level 3 Diplomas in Sport, Equine Management and Fashion & Textile Design British Horse Society Stages 1 - 3, Pony Club attainment tests, Leiths Cookery Toolbox Explorer Scouts Duke of Edinburgh Bronze and Gold Ten Tors
Jnr Boarding Fees£9,169.00 per term
Snr Boarding Fees£11,413.00 per term
Sixth Form£11,413.00 per term
Forces Discount20% discount for all Forces regardless of receipt of CEA
Total Students400
Youngest Boarder9
Junior Boarders3
Senior Boarders112
Int'l Students57
Closest Airport 1Bristol (50km)
Closest Airport 2London Heathrow (150km)
School AddressStonar School
Cottles Park
Atworth
Melksham
Wiltshire
SN12 8NT
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