Clifton College provides an outstanding all-through education, offering a seamless journey from Pre-Prep to Sixth Form within a supportive, vibrant community. We inspire pupils to love learning, realise their potential, and embrace life with confidence, integrity and resilience.

Academic Excellence
Clifton delivers a broad, challenging curriculum that nurtures curiosity and independent thinking.
Recent results included: 17% A*, 44% A*-A, 75% A-B* at A Level; 21% grade 9 and 58% grades 9-7 at GCSE.
Almost all pupils progress to higher education, with 89% securing places at their chosen universities and 70% of UK destinations being Russell Group institutions. Popular choices include Exeter, Durham, UCL, Leeds, Manchester, Imperial and Newcastle, alongside international universities such as UC Berkeley, NYU and Bocconi.

Co-Curricular Life
An extensive co-curricular programme encourages pupils to explore interests, develop new skills and grow in confidence. Opportunities span sport, outdoor pursuits, creative arts, music, drama, dance and academic societies.

House System
Every pupil belongs to a House – a distinctive feature of Clifton’s pastoral care. Houses provide a strong sense of belonging, dedicated support from House staff, and a close-knit community for both day and boarding pupils.

A Diverse Community
Around 35% of pupils join Clifton from outside the UK, representing over 50 countries. International pupils benefit from a quintessentially British boarding experience while celebrating their own cultures. Our EAL department supports language development and smooth integration into school life.

Facilities & Learning Environment
Pupils enjoy exceptional facilities including specialist classrooms, science labs, design and technology workshops, art and music studios, and the renowned Percival Library. Wellbeing is prioritised through our Health Centre and dedicated spaces such as ‘The Wave’. Sport is supported by superb on-site facilities and the state-of-the-art Chellaram Sports Complex. The Redgrave Theatre provides an inspiring home for drama, music and dance.

Scholarships & Bursaries
Scholarships at 11+, 13+ and 16+ recognise talent in Academic, Art, Design Technology, Drama, Music, Performing Arts and Sport. Means-tested bursaries support scholars requiring financial assistance.

Spiritual & Social Development
Rooted in an Anglican foundation, Clifton welcomes pupils of all faiths. The Chaplain provides pastoral and spiritual support, with a multi-faith prayer room and provision for religious observances.

Forces Families
We are proud to have a rich and established heritage with the British Armed Forces and the families that serve within it. For 150 years our welcoming House staff have been supporting children with the Forces lifestyle. We offer an exclusive package for military families in receipt of CEA, where families receive a heavily discounted boarding fee per term in addition to CEA.

Location
Clifton College is located in Bristol in the South West of England. A large and vibrant city, it has excellent road, rail and air links to national and international destinations. The College itself sits at the heart of the bustling local community of Clifton.

A Community for Life
The Old Cliftonian Society connects former pupils through shared experiences, lifelong friendships and a strong link to the College’s heritage.