The school aims to provide a balanced curriculum offering each pupil a broad range of subjects. Schemes of work are based on the National Curriculum, with variations embodied in some subjects to increase individual interest and understanding. High standards of academic work are expected and homework is compulsory and rigorously monitored. Classes are small, the emphasis on individual guidance helping pupils overcome difficulties which may arise.

After the foundations of good work have been laid through the broad curriculum offered in the first three years, options are organised so that each boy/girl has the opportunity to choose those subjects best suited to his/her individual talents. Most pupils are prepared for nine GCSEs. A small number choose a reduced package which allows for additional classroom teaching in each subject designed to consolidate knowledge and enhance the likelihood of good grades. There is a wide range of "A" Levels for pupils to choose from when they enter the Sixth Form. Most boys/girls secure places at University and the School has a proud tradition of entry to Oxford and Cambridge.

Year 7 pupils are taught in mixed ability classes. Specialist dyslexia and support staff are available to give individual assistance by private arrangement. Later there is streaming to accelerate the pace for the most able whilst providing smaller teaching groups for those who need most attention.

The PSHE (Personal, Social and Health Education) Curriculum covers the whole school and includes components on sex education and religious education. There is also a comprehensive careers programme focusing on Years 10 and 11 and the Sixth Form.

Separate prospectuses are available covering GCSE options and the Sixth Form.