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Your Trusted Boarding School in Shropshire for Academic Excellence
Concord College is a distinguished international boarding and day school established in 1949, dedicated to fostering academic excellence, cultural diversity, and personal growth. Our 73-acre campus in Shropshire, England, provides a tranquil yet stimulating environment for 580 students from over 40 nationalities. We combine rigorous academic programmes with extensive enrichment opportunities, including state-of-the-art science facilities, sports complexes, and creative arts spaces. Our staff are highly qualified professionals committed to nurturing students' intellectual, emotional, and social development. With an average class size of 12, we ensure personalised attention that enables students to achieve outstanding results, including 56% of GCSE grades at grade 9 in 2025.The college maintains strong traditions of pastoral care, with 17 boarding residences offering single-occupancy rooms and comprehensive support systems. Our graduates regularly secure places at top global universities, including 12 Oxford and Cambridge acceptances in 2025. The campus combines historic architecture with modern facilities, featuring the Parliament Barn dating from 1283 alongside a 12 million Science Block. We maintain partnerships with educational institutions worldwide while preserving our unique ethos of kindness, respect, and academic ambition.
Services
Boarding School
GCSE Programmes
A-Level Courses
University Preparation
Enrichment Activities
Pastoral Care
International Student Support
STEM Education
Arts Programmes
Sports Facilities
Details
- Year established: 1949
Highlights and features
- We offer 70% of A-Level students achieving AAA or better (2025 results)
- Our 73-acre campus combines historic architecture with modern facilities
- We provide single-occupancy boarding rooms with comprehensive pastoral support
- Our 40+ nationalities create a truly international learning environment
- We maintain a 12:1 student-teacher ratio for personalised instruction
What people say
Outstanding academic results
Tranquil campus setting
Excellent university preparation
Diverse international community
Comprehensive pastoral care
Services
Boarding School
Our boarding programme provides single-occupancy rooms in 17 residences across campus. Each house offers kitchenettes, social spaces, and 24/7 pastoral support. Students benefit from structured routines combining academic study with extracurricular activities. The programme fosters independence while maintaining strong safeguarding protocols.
GCSE Programmes
We deliver comprehensive GCSE curricula with an average class size of 12 students. Our 2025 results showed 56% grade 9 achievements. The programme includes core subjects and optional specialisms, supported by our Super-Curriculum enrichment activities. Students receive personalised university guidance from Year 9 onwards.
A-Level Courses
Our A-Level programme specialises in preparing students for top university placements. In 2025, 44 students achieved A*A*A* or better. We offer subject-specific entrance test preparation and professional guidance for competitive fields like medicine and law. The curriculum integrates university application support and academic skills development.
Enrichment Activities
The college provides over 150 clubs and societies, including Duke of Edinburgh awards and outdoor education. Our facilities feature a high ropes course, sports halls, and performing arts spaces. Students organise international food fayres and peer mentoring schemes, developing leadership skills through student-led initiatives.
Pastoral Care
Our pastoral system ensures each student receives individual attention through house tutors and dedicated care teams. The programme includes mental health support, academic mentoring, and cultural integration assistance. Boarding houses maintain family-style environments with trained residential staff available 24/7.
People
Dr Michael Truss
Principal
Dr Michael Truss MPhys (Oxon) FRAS leads Concord College with a vision for academic excellence and international education. He champions the college's ethos of combining rigorous scholarship with character development in a diverse learning community.
Wendy Hartshorne
Registrar
Mrs Wendy Hartshorne manages admissions and student relations at Concord College. With extensive experience in international education, she guides families through the application process and campus visits, ensuring smooth transitions for new students.
Questions
What academic programmes does Concord College offer?
We provide GCSE and A-Level programmes with over 30 subject choices. Our Super-Curriculum enhances learning through academic societies and university preparation initiatives.
How diverse is the student body?
We have 580 students from 40+ nationalities, creating a truly international learning environment that promotes cultural understanding and global perspectives.
What boarding facilities are available?
Our 17 boarding houses offer single-occupancy rooms with communal kitchens and social spaces. Each residence has dedicated pastoral staff providing 24/7 support.
How does Concord support university applications?
We offer individualised guidance through our Futures Programme, including entrance exam preparation, personal statement workshops, and professional networking opportunities with industry experts.
What enrichment opportunities exist?
We provide over 150 clubs, Duke of Edinburgh awards, outdoor education, and performing arts programmes. Students also organise international food fayres and peer mentoring initiatives.
What are the entry requirements?
Students join in Form 3 (age 13), Form 4 (age 14), or Sixth Form (age 16+). We assess academic potential through entrance tests and school reports, with English language proficiency requirements for non-native speakers.
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