Uppingham School

Uppingham School is a traditional British boarding school known for its balance of strong academics, a well-established musical culture and highly developed sports programmes. Located in the historic centre of Uppingham, the school operates as a structured town-based campus, with academic buildings and boarding houses integrated into the surrounding streets. Music plays an important role — particularly choral work and ensemble performance — but it sits alongside robust sporting opportunities and a solid academic framework. Independence, discipline and personal growth are central to the school’s ethos, reinforced by a strong house system. Families choose Uppingham for its classic British boarding experience grounded in heritage, organisation and well-rounded development.