List of oldest schools

This is a list of extant schools, excluding universities and higher education establishments, that have been in continuous operation since founded. The dates refer to the foundation or the earliest documented contemporary reference to the school.

Contents

• Sixth century
• Seventh century
• Eighth century
• Ninth century
• Tenth century
• Eleventh century
• Twelfth century
• Thirteenth century
• Fourteenth century
• Fifteenth century
• Sixteenth century
• Number of extant schools founded before 1600 by country
• References