About the school
Plymouth College is a co-educational day and boarding school for pupils aged 3-18 years. For Senior School entry, applicants are asked to sit assessments in English and Mathematics, and the school also seeks references and a meeting with the Head and other senior teachers.
| School type | Independent (fee-paying) · Co-educational |
|---|---|
| Age range | 3-18 |
| Founded | 1877 |
| Headteacher | Peter Watts |
| Sixth form | Yes |
| Fees | A non-refundable £180 Registration Fee is payable. |
📅 Open days: The next open day is on 2026-10-03; private tours are welcome all year round.
Entrance exam
| Exam board / format | Bespoke test |
|---|---|
| Delivery | To be confirmed |
| Subjects tested | English, Mathematics |
📄 Free Plymouth College practice papers (PDF)
Admissions & catchment
| Catchment | Open to all — no catchment requirement |
|---|
Key dates
| Registration opens | To be confirmed |
|---|---|
| Registration deadline | To be confirmed |
| Typical exam date | To be confirmed |
Applications can be made for proposed year of entry 2028 and 2029 via the online registration form. The school states its next open day is on 2026-10-03. Private tours are welcome all year round.
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