The Upper School
FOR PUPILS AGED 11-16 YEARS
Upper School
The Upper is a co-educational day school for pupils aged 11-18 years.
We are a down-to-earth school, shaped by our values and sense of community, with around 1,200 students (including Sixth Form).
Pupils learn from expert subject specialists who encourage them to question, think critically and explore ideas beyond the curriculum. Intellectual curiosity is celebrated, but so too are creativity, collaboration and the confidence to take considered risks in learning.
We put great emphasis on pastoral care, developing emotional intelligence and wellbeing through a positive peer group culture and first-class teaching. We encourage students to reflect our school values in every area of their lives. Perse pupils aim high, love learning and care for one another and the environment.
Our main entry points are Year 7, where we have around 70 places and Year 9 where we have around 40 places. We occasionally have spaces available in other year groups.
The environment makes you feel comfortable being yourself while constantly encouraging you to grow, creating a definitive sense of belonging.
Navya, Upper School pupil
Pupils are encouraged to get involved in a wide range of extra-curricular and pastoral activities which give them a positive educational experience and prepare them for happy and successful adult lives.
Our students are bright and intellectually curious, and they consistently produce many of the best GCSE and A level results in the country.
We encourage our pupils to be committed, well-balanced and kind. So, if this sounds like you, we hope to meet you soon. Our Upper School is led by our Head, Ed Elliott.
Explore Upper School
Use the menu to find out more about the Upper School, including our ethos and values, learning spaces, staff and the latest Upper School news. If you would like to experience the school for yourself, visit our Join Us pages to learn about admissions, upcoming open events and how to book a tour.
If you cannot visit us in person, please take a look at our virtual 360 tour of The Perse Upper School.
We hold two open events each year, in the autumn and summer, for families interested in learning more about The Perse.
Please do not hesitate to get in touch and make an enquiry, we would be delighted to hear from you.
