The Prep School

Sport

At Clifton College Prep School, sport is more than just physical activity - it’s about teamwork, resilience, and a love for movement. Whether on the pitch, in the pool, or on the court, every child is encouraged to discover their strengths, challenge themselves, and develop confidence through a diverse and exciting range of activities.

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Discover what Clifton College has to offer. Our prospectus provides an in-depth look at our academic excellence, outstanding facilities, and enriching extracurricular activities.

Sport at Clifton College

Sport for every child

Expert coaching

Our experienced coaches help pupils develop skills, confidence, and a winning attitude. Whether learning the fundamentals or training at a high level, every child benefits from personalised guidance and encouragement.

Outstanding facilities

With top-tier sports pitches, an on-site swimming pool, tennis courts and a dedicated sports ground spanning 90 acres, our facilities provide the perfect environment for pupils to train, compete, and thrive.

Competitive sport and fixtures

We take pride in our strong sporting reputation, regularly competing against other leading schools. Pupils have opportunities to represent Clifton College in a variety of sports, learning valuable lessons in teamwork, discipline, and perseverance - whether they are part of a competitive squad or playing for fun.

Hear from our pupils

Young cricketer batting, another bowling, and a wicketkeeper crouching on a grassy field. All are wearing blue uniforms and helmets.
A girls' field hockey team in blue uniforms poses with a trophy on a turf field, smiling and celebrating their victory.
Girls playing netball outdoors, with one girl in focus catching the ball. They are wearing sports uniforms on a sunny day.
Four young field hockey players and a goalie in blue uniforms and protective gear stand ready in front of a goal on a turf field.
A young girl in a blue and black uniform plays field hockey, running with the ball on a grassy field. Another player is visible in the background.
Sports on Offer

Pupils have the opportunity to try their hand at multiple different sports, including:

Cricket

A long-standing tradition at Clifton, with expert coaching and top-class facilities.

Rugby

Developing resilience, camaraderie, and sportsmanship.

Football

Encouraging teamwork and skill development.

Tennis

Specialist coaching and excellent courts for players of all abilities.

Swimming

A key life skill taught in our on-site indoor pool.

Hockey

A fast-paced, exciting sport played in mixed and single-gender teams.

Additional Sports

From athletics and cross-country to fencing and netball, our diverse programme means every pupil can get involved.

Come and see for yourself

We host a range of events throughout the year to help families experience life at Clifton College Prep School. We can’t wait to welcome you.

Friday
26
SEP

Preschool to Year 6 (ages 3-11)

Next Pre-Prep and Prep School Open Event

Saturday
4
OCT

Year 7 to Year 11 (ages 11-16)

Next Prep and Upper School Open Event

Open events

Experience Clifton College firsthand with a guided tour, meet key staff, explore our top-tier facilities, and get a real feel for student life.

Personal tour

Book a personalised tour with one of our staff members to explore the School and ask any questions specific to your child’s needs.

Video calls

We’d be happy to arrange a video call so you can learn more about Clifton College and have your questions answered from wherever you are.

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