St James Senior Boys’ School begins transition to co-education for 2027
Published by St James Senior Boys' School on Wednesday 7th of January 2026
St James Senior Boys’ School begins move to co-education, welcoming both girls and boys into Year 7 and Year 12 from September 2027. New chapter, same promise: A St James pupil leaves with strong results, alongside a deep sense of purpose.
St James Senior Boys’ School will begin a transition to co-education, welcoming both girls and boys into Year 7 and Year 12 from September 2027. New chapter, same promise: A St James pupil leaves with strong results, alongside a sense of purpose: calm in mind, kind in heart, alive with curiosity.
Strong Commitment:
Throughout this transition, the school remains committed to maintaining St James’ distinctive blend of academic ambition and philosophical ethos, supporting every pupil to thrive academically, socially and spiritually.
Jeremy Sinclair, Chair of Trustees said; “This marks an important and exciting moment in the schools’ history. The decision is grounded in strong parental interest and a shared belief that co-education will open new opportunities for our pupils academically, socially and in preparing them for life beyond school.
At the same time, what makes our schools distinctive will remain unchanged: our ethos of academic ambition, mindfulness, stillness and respect, which generations of pupils have experienced and cherished. Whatever changes come, our commitment is that the schools will remain recognisably the places families know, while embracing the next chapter in their evolution.”
The Journey:
The school is committed to a carefully planned, phased transition to ensure that every pupil benefits from a supportive and enriching experience. This will be aided by their Prep School’s experience of successfully transitioning to co-education in 2022.
Subject to DofE approval, a phased entry approach will be followed:
- 2027/28: Year 7 and Year 12
- 2028/29: Years 7, 8, 12 and 13
- 2029/30: Years 7–9 and 12–13
- 2030/31: Years 7–10 and 12–13
2031/32: Fully co-educational across the schools
If you would like to join the new era of St James, or learn more about their transition to co-education, please enquire with senior school Registrar, Ms Rebecca Tocknell, via admissions@stjamesboys.co.uk or phone 01784 266 933.
