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A modern, forward-thinking school that embraces innovation and new opportunities to provide an outstanding, progressive and well-rounded education. Eton College is a vibrant and progressive boarding school for boys aged 13-18.
- Our Purpose
Eton College is a charity for the advancement of education....
- Pastoral Care
Eton prides itself on providing individual pastoral care of...
- Inside the Classroom
Examination results matter. We understand this, and...
- Outside the Classroom
The co-curriculum at Eton is designed to build resilience,...
- Eton Outwards
As part of our vision for widening access, Eton will...
- Support Us
Eton has an extraordinary collection of over 400 buildings...
- News and Diary
News from Eton College Collections. 03 May 2024. Collections...
- Contact Us
Eton College Windsor, SL4 6DW (+44) 01753 370642 [email...
- Our Purpose
If you are a prospective parent and would like to be booked onto a visit to Eton College, please contact our Admissions Team (01753 370611). We usually run Admissions tours twice a week throughout term time, all in the afternoon.
Eton College (/ ˈ iː t ən / ⓘ) is a 13–18 public fee-charging and boarding secondary school for boys in Eton, Berkshire, England.
- Henry Vi Exhibition
- Lessons in Latin
- Jolly Boating Weather
- Mathematics on The Timetable
- Floreat Etona
Created to celebrate the 600th anniversary of his birth at Windsor in December 1421, an exhibition held in Eton’s Verey Gallery from 20 November 2021 to 8 May 2022 sought to explore Henry’s life and his achievements, with a focus on what has been described as one of the only good things to come out of his reign – the foundation of Eton College. Thi...
Originally, the boys were taught Latin and Latin alone, although Greek was added to the curriculum in the early 17thcentury. They were taught in Lower School and were as young as five years old. The school day began at 5am with prayers, before lessons began at 6am. Lessons finally finished at 8pm, and there was a single hour of play allowed each da...
During the reign of George III, the school continued to grow. King George was a frequent visitor to the school and regularly entertained the boys at Windsor Castle. As a result, his birthday, the Fourth of June, became a major celebration at Eton and continues to be an important event in the school calendar, marked with speeches, cricket, and the p...
By the mid-19thcentury, however, changes were long overdue. In 1851, the first new subject had been added to the curriculum – mathematics, but many other areas needed improvements. The Clarendon Commission of 1861 led to significant changes including better accommodation, a wider curriculum and better-qualified staff. As a result, by 1891 there wer...
In the 20th century, more changes were made. Greater emphasis was placed on academic ability over family connections, widening access by recognising merit and potential, the Founder’s original aims. The value of extra-curricular activities was officially acknowledged, sports facilities were improved, and a theatre and concert hall added. The 21stce...
Hours are 9.30-1 and 2-4.30, with a slightly later start on Wednesdays, at 10am. Please email collections@etoncollege.org.uk to book. Planning your visit. How to find us. Getting here by train. Getting here by car. Facilities. Accessibility. We endeavour to open the collections as widely as possible to audiences of all demographics and abilities.
Eton College is a full boarding school for boys with 1,344 pupils, situated next to the historic town of Windsor, Berkshire. It was founded in 1440 by King Henry VI.
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Eton is located just across the river from Windsor, a couple of minutes walk from the Castle. A short walk down the attractive High Street will bring you to the famous Eton College, founded in 1440 by Henry VI. Eton college’s former pupils include 18 British Prime Ministers.
