Winchester College
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AI summaryWinchester College, located in the historic city of Winchester, Hampshire, is an independent boarding school that caters to boys aged 13 to 18, with a co-educational sixth form. Founded in 1382, it holds the distinction of being the oldest school in England with a continuous history. The school serves approximately 734 pupils, with a gender distribution of 698 boys and 36 girls in the sixth form. Winchester College operates in an urban setting and is well-regarded within the local community for its academic rigor and commitment to fostering original thought. The school's motto, 'Original Thinking Since 1382,' encapsulates its dedication to encouraging curiosity and independent learning among students.
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Compiled from official UK government data (GIAS), Ofsted inspection records, and information from the school's own website. Sections marked "AI summary" were written by AI (OpenAI GPT-4o) from these sources and are not individually checked by a person. Last verified 30 April 2026. Spot an error? Let us know.