City Of London School For Boys

City of London School for Boys is a prestigious independent day school located on Queen Victoria Street, London. Founded in 1834, the school offers a diverse and enriching educational experience for boys aged 10-18. With a commitment to fostering "respectful, optimistic and inquisitive pupils," the school is renowned for its high academic standards and comprehensive curriculum. The school is situated by the Thames and features over 20 acres of sports pitches, offering a vast array of extracurricular activities.

The school offers a broad curriculum, with numerous subjects available at both GCSE and A Level. In addition to the core subjects, students have the opportunity to study extra qualifications in ICT, cyber security, and securities and investment. The main sports available include cricket, basketball, football, and water polo, with excellent on-site facilities such as a 25-metre swimming pool and the school's own playing fields in nearby Grove Park. Furthermore, there is an outstanding co-curricular programme that includes sport, music, drama, the Duke of Edinburgh Award Scheme, CCF, community service, and charity fundraising.

As an academically selective school, City of London School for Boys consistently demonstrates exceptional exam results. In 2022, 90.68% of A Level students achieved A & A* grades, while 96.95% of GCSE students achieved A & A* grades. Over 90% of leavers secure a place at their first or second choice Russell Group university, with approximately one fifth of students gaining places at Oxbridge each year. Additionally, a significant number of students progress to top London universities such as King's, UCL, Imperial, Queen Mary, and LSE.