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Fees

From 1 September 2026

Junior School: £8,220 per term
Senior School: £9,190 per term

The fees listed above are without VAT. As of 1 January 2025, independent school fees became subject to VAT at the standard rate of 20%.

Tuition fees include most books, stationery and basic craft materials.

Occasionally girls will require their own personal books or equipment that will be charged on the bill as ‘extras’. These will be minimal, except in public examination classes where girls are expected to buy their own copies of set texts. The tuition fee does not include the entry fees for Public Examinations (GCSE and A level). The cost of Public examination entries will be an extra charge on the fee bill.

Food charges

All pupils are required to have school lunches. Packed lunches are not permitted. Exceptions are only made for medical reasons.

Reception & Y1 – £340 per term
Year 2 – Year 6 – £410 per term
Senior School – £445 per term

Extra-curricular Charges

Junior School Music tuition – £430 (+VAT) per term
Senior School Music tuition – £490 (+VAT) per term
LAMDA lessons – £225 (+VAT) per term

All fees and charges are due in advance on or before the first day of term. A bill is sent at the end of each term and payment is collected by Direct Debit. A full term’s notice in writing must be given for the withdrawal of a pupil. In default of such notice the next term’s fees are due.

Accepting a Place

A non-refundable deposit of £5,000 (£7,000 for Sixth Form) is payable on acceptance of a place.

Accepting an Offer – Terms & Conditions

Parents should read the School’s Terms & Conditions and information about our current Tuition Fees before accepting an offer of a place at the school.

A legally binding contract, based on the terms of an offer of a place and the completed Acceptance Form, is formed on receipt of the signed form and the deposit.

Fees FAQs

How much are the fees at Channing School?

From 1 September 2026

Junior School: £8,220 per term
Senior School: £9,190 per term

The fees listed above are without VAT. As of 1 January 2025, independent school fees became subject to VAT at the standard rate of 20%.

Our fees are reviewed annually and the current figures are listed in full on this page.

How often are fees paid?

Fees are payable in advance each term, so three times a year.

Is VAT included in the fees?

The fees shown exclude VAT. Following the government’s introduction of VAT on independent school fees, all figures on this page reflect the current position. If you have any questions about how this affects you, our Admissions Office is happy to help.

What is included in the fees?

Tuition fees include most books, stationery and basic craft materials.

Occasionally girls will require their own personal books or equipment that will be charged on the bill as ‘extras’. These will be minimal, except in public examination classes where girls are expected to buy their own copies of set texts. The tuition fee does not include the entry fees for Public Examinations (GCSE and A level). The cost of Public examination entries will be an extra charge on the fee bill.

Food charges:

All pupils are required to have school lunches. Packed lunches are not permitted. Exceptions are only made for medical reasons.

Reception & Y1 – £340 per term
Year 2 – Year 6 – £410 per term
Senior School – £445 per term

Extra-curricular Charges:

Junior School Music tuition – £430 (+VAT) per term
Senior School Music tuition – £490 (+VAT) per term
LAMDA lessons – £225 (+VAT) per term

All fees and charges are due in advance on or before the first day of term. A bill is sent at the end of each term and payment is collected by Direct Debit. A full term’s notice in writing must be given for the withdrawal of a pupil. In default of such notice the next term’s fees are due.

Are there any additional costs I should budget for?

See above.  In addition, families should allow for the purchase of uniform. We aim to be transparent about all costs so that families can plan with confidence.

Is there a registration or deposit fee?

A registration fee of £180 is required to apply for a place.  A non-refundable deposit of £5,000 (£7,000 for Sixth Form) is payable on acceptance of a place.

Is financial help available with fees?

Yes. We offer means-tested bursaries and a range of scholarships and awards. See our Bursaries and Financial Assistance and Scholarships and Awards pages for eligibility and how to apply.

Open Days

Senior School Open Day Dates

Autumn 2026

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