Fees
We are conscious that investing in independent education is a big decision and we work hard to make sure that we offer the best value for money for families.
Fees for the Academic Year 2026 – 2027
Effective September 2026.
Boarding is available for children aged 8 and above.
TERMLY FEES
(including meals where applicable)
| Year Group | School Fees | Additional Weekly Boarding | Additional Full Boarding |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reception | £2,711 | N/A | N/A |
| Year 1 to Year 2 | £2,856 | N/A | N/A |
| Year 3 to Year 4 | £4,480 | N/A | N/A |
| Year 5 to Year 6 | £4,957 | £2,795 | £7,598 |
| Year 7 | £6,598 | £2,795 | £7,598 |
| Year 8 to Year 13 | £6,759 | £2,824 | £7,784 |
ONE-OFF FEES
| Fee | Description | |
|---|---|---|
| UK Registration Fee | Payable on registration and non-refundable. | £150 |
| International Registration Fee | Payable on registration and non-refundable. | £200 |
| Acceptance Deposit – Day, UK Weekly & Full Boarder | Payable upon acceptance of a place. | £500 |
| Acceptance Deposit – International Full Boarder | Payable upon acceptance of a place. | £2000 |
| Acceptance Deposit – International Short-Term Boarder | Payable upon acceptance of a place. | £1000 |
| Compliance Management Fee | For pupils who require a Home Office visa to study in the UK (non-refundable). | £630 |
Please Note the Following
- All fees and charges listed above are inclusive of all applicable taxes.
- Please note that all discounts are only applicable towards the tuition fees and educational materials.
Early Years Funding
If you are eligible for either 15 or 30 hours, please notify our school so that we can provide you with the accurate fees applicable to this category.
Annual Payment discount
We are pleased to offer a discount of 2%. This discount does not apply to international students sponsored by Inspired Learning Group or to accounts with any outstanding historical arrears.
Sibling discounts
- We are pleased to offer a sibling discount for families with multiple children enrolled.
- Families with two children enrolled will receive a 10% discount on fees for the eldest child.
- Families with three or more children will receive a 10% discount on the eldest child’s fees and a 5% discount on fees for each additional eligible sibling.
- The youngest child is not eligible for a discount
Armed Forces discounts
For families that work for the Armed Forces, they will receive an additional discount of 15%. Please provide evidence to obtain this.
NHS discounts
For families that work for the NHS, they will receive an additional discount of 10%. Please provide evidence to obtain this.
We are able to offer fees assistance through means-tested Bursaries, based on parental income, and Scholarships. Details are available on our School Bursaries and Fee Support page.
Additional Charges
Devices:
All pupils are required to have a device for working in lessons and at home, which is provided via Easy4U for pupils in Form 1 – Form 5. Sixth Formers can use their own device.
Examination Fees:
Entry fees for public exams in Form 5 and Upper Sixth are chargeable at the direct cost incurred for each paper sat, payable at the start of the Trinity Term.
The total cost will be dependent on the number of examinations taken; the typical cost is £55 per GCSE Paper and £150 per A Level Paper.
Wraparound Care (2025 – 26):
Breakfast Club – £5.25 per day
Prep and Supper Club – £12.60 per evening
School Bus Service (2025-26):
Zone 1 (Journeys under 10 miles) – £287 per term
Zone 2 (Journeys over 10 miles) – £402 per term
Learning Support Intervention (2025-26):
SEND (One to One) – £46.20 per hour
SEND (One to Two or One to Three) – £29 per hour
EFAL (One to One) – £42 per hour
EFAL (One to Two or One to Three) – £26.25 per hour
Additional EFAL (Extra 2 Lessons Prep Week) – £525 per term
Co-Curricular Activities
The majority of co-curricular clubs and activities are offered at no extra charge, with the exception of private music lessons, speech and drama, some sports coaching lessons and our 360@Sheb off-campus activities.
Payment Options
Paying via Flywire
We now use Flywire for card payments. Due to compliance regulations we are unable to take payments over the phone. Please visit the link below, where you will need to select which country you are in and enter the amount you wish to pay.
Visit the Flywire payment page to complete your transaction.
Paying in advance
We offer the option to pay fees yearly in advance. Please contact finance@shebbearcollege.co.uk for more information.
Paying monthly
Parents can also spread the cost of school fees by making monthly payments. This can be done in two ways:
- Direct Debit via external credit company, Orchard Funding. Please click here for more information and to apply for this service. Shebbear College is an Introducer Appointed Representative of Orchard Funding Ltd which is a lender authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority with number 725315. Company number 06656377 registered at 222 Armstrong Road Luton LU2 0FY. Instalment credit option subject to terms, conditions, and acceptance.
- Via a monthly payment plan directly to the school. For this option, fees can be paid to the school in monthly installments, but fees for each upcoming term must be paid in full before the term starts. If you would like to find out more about this option, please contact our Finance Manager on finance@shebbearcollege.co.uk or 01409 282000