A preparatory school for boys and girls aged 4 to 13 and a residential choir school for the Choristers of St Paul's Cathedral in the heart of the City of London

A love
of learning

We give every child in our care strong foundations for the future, preparing them for the next stage of their education in a safe, nurturing environment where ideas can be explored and confidently challenged.

Pastorally superb Good Schools Guide

Musical Excellence

Music is an integral part of life at St Paul’s Cathedral School, and not only for choristers. Alongside the world-renowned Cathedral choir, we have 5 school choirs, an orchestra and 15 chamber groups. As a result, more than 95% of pupils are involved in a choir or instrumental ensemble.

Musical achievement is exceptionally strong. Many pupils attain Grades 7 and 8 by the age of 13, and, on average, 50% of leavers secure music awards and scholarships to their next schools.

Our History

604
The Song School
1123
Choir School
1511
Dean John Colet
1568
Acting Fame
1697
New Cathedral Built after Great Fire
1874
Carter Lane School
1960
New Change
1989
Day Boys Admitted
2002
School becomes fully Co-Educational
2023
History is made with Girl Choristers

The Song School at St Paul's is as old as the Cathedral, dating back to its foundations in AD 604.

“School is ‘really on it’ with advice about senior schools, guiding parents ‘every step of the way’.”

Good Schools Guide

“Pupils are delightful, self-possessed and well behaved, yet with an obvious sense of fun”

Good Schools Guide

“Pastorally superb… with teachers who go above and beyond in terms of individual attention and innovation.”

Good Schools Guide

SPCS Highlights

Keep up with life at St Paul’s Cathedral School through our latest news, events, and community highlights. From pupil achievements and co-curricular activities to special occasions and school celebrations, this is where you’ll find the latest updates from across SPCS. Follow our Twitter and Instagram feeds below to stay connected:

Our first pumpkin carving entry is in!  A huge well done to Thea in Year 2, who has kicked off our PTA Pumpkin Carving Competition in ‘spooktacular’ style!  Thea’s pumpkin is inspired by Witchy Boo by Arden Jones, the story of a little ghost who’d much rather do magic than be scary. What a brilliant idea, and what a fantastic job, Thea!  We can’t wait to see what else comes in. There’s still time to get carving, so keep those pumpkins coming! @ardenelizajones @saoirselouscribbles   #PumpkinCarving #Halloween #WitchyBoo #community #londonprepschool
The very best of luck to former St Paul’s Cathedral School chorister and current Rugby School music scholar, Ismael, who competes in the grand final of the BBC Young Chorister of the Year today!  From singing under the beautiful dome in St Paul’s Cathedral to the historic halls of Rugby, Ismael’s dedication, artistry, and exceptional talent continue to inspire our community. We are incredibly proud of his journey and achievements.  Please join us in wishing him every success. Tune in to BBC One today at 1:15 PM to watch the final live!  @stpaulscathedralschool @rugbyschool1567 @stpaulschoir @rugby_music_department @stpaulscathedrallondon @songsofpraiseofficial  #StPaulsCathedralSchool #RugbySchool #YoungChoristerOfTheYear #Chorister
We’re thrilled to share that former pupil Ismael has reached the FINAL of Young Chorister of the Year! It’s been a joy to watch his talent grow, and seeing him on such a big stage makes us incredibly proud. Ismael, everyone back at school is cheering you on. Good luck! @rugbyschool1567   #YoungChoristerOfTheYear #FormerPupil #ChoralMusic #Finalist #ProudSchool
To all our special guests: thank you so much for coming. We hope to see you again soon 💛 #AfternoonTea #Grandparents #SchoolCommunity #family #londonprepschool