April 2026
Roedean School Year 8 students completed a 24-hour walking challenge to raise funds for the Motor Neurone Disease Association, showing community spirit.
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Roedean School
Roedean is a girls' day and boarding school for ages 11-18 in Brighton, offering a comprehensive and holistic learning experience.
Day fees
£27,054 – £35,352
Entry
School Exam + Verbal ReasoningSelective
Next deadline
Fri 16 Oct 202613+ registration closes
Updated 4 months ago
At a glance
Key facts
Head
Niamh Green
Gender
Girls
Pupils
519
Location
Brighton, Brighton and Hove
Suburban setting
Day or boarding
Day and boarding
Age range
11 to 18
Founded
1885
Entry points
7+, 8+, 10+, 11+, 12+, 13+, 14+, 16+
School buses
Yes
Average class
15 pupils
School day
8am to 5.30pm
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Saturday school
Yes
Bursaries
Available
Scholarships
Art, Other, All-rounder +4
A-level A*–A
64%
2025
GCSE 9–7
81%
2025
Overview
About Roedean School
Roedean School is a vibrant community committed to excellence in education for girls aged 11-18 years. The school offers day and boarding places and provides a broad and enriching co-curricular programme alongside academic studies. Located in Brighton, Roedean embraces the unique potential of each student and supports their individual journey of discovery and growth.
Houseroom EditorialOur take
Houseroom Editorial
Our take
Independent girls senior school in Brighton and Hove for ages 11–18, day or boarding. Selective entry, top-tier fees.
Best for
- Families seeking a senior school for ages 11–18, with thinking already on 11+ or 13+ entry.
- Parents who want a single-sex environment for their daughter.
- Families weighing day vs boarding — both are offered.
- Children who can demonstrate strong academics at entry assessment — this is a selective school.
- Families comfortable with top-tier independent fees in exchange for the level of provision.
Watch-outs
- Fees sit at the top of the independent market. Factor in extras (uniform, trips, lunches, music tuition) before committing.
- Selective entry — assume some form of assessment at the relevant entry point. Plan tutoring or familiarisation early if needed.
- Single-sex (girls). Comfortable for some children, less so for others — worth a visit on a normal teaching day rather than only an open-day showcase.
AdmissionsApplication timeline
Admissions
Application timeline
- Feb27Open dayNext
Not yet published: registration opens, registration closes, bursary deadline, assessment, interview, offers, acceptance deadline.
UpcomingOpen events
Upcoming
Open events
Private tours by arrangement with admissions.
Fees & costFees
Fees & cost
Fees
£27,054 – £35,352per year · Day · 2026-27 · est. (3 x term)
By entry point · 2026-27
Year 7£25,758
16+TBC
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Financial supportBursaries & Scholarships
Financial support
Bursaries & Scholarships
What sets it apartDistinctive features
What sets it apart
Distinctive features
all-girls environment
boarding and day school options
holistic learning experience
strong co-curricular programme
stunning cliff-top location
Beyond the classroomActivities & co-curricular
Beyond the classroom
Activities & co-curricular
sport
FootballGymnasticsHorse RidingCross CountryHockeyVolleyballFencingSea SwimmingCricketNetballOpen SwimmingKarateTag RugbySailing
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Strength and conditioningSwimmingGolfBadmintonTennisAthleticsYogaSquad Swimming
music
OrchestraString Quartets (two groups)String OrchestraRoedean School ChoirPiano TrioRoedean Symphony OrchestraConcert BandMusic Instrumental LessonsGuitar EnsembleChoirClassical ClarinetSolo Singing
drama
DanceLAMDA ExaminationsDrama Productions and PlaysDramaDrama ProductionsLAMDA (Drama, Musical Theatre, Verse & Prose, Devising)
academic club
Academic Mentoring ProjectStudent NewspaperLanguages ClubAcademic LecturesDebatingJunior Maths Challenge
service
Charity FundraisingDuke of Edinburgh AwardPartnership & Outreach
other
Rockpool ExplorationsFarm ExperienceFarm
On campusFacilities
On campus
Facilities
sports
Cricket PavilionNetball / Tennis courtsFlood-lit hockey pitchSwimming PoolTennis Courts
arts
Two large dance studiosMain Music classroom / Music Technology SuiteRoedean Theatre
boarding
Boarding Houses
academic
Sixth Form CentreTheatreRoedean Farm (off-site)
wellbeing
ChapelDining HallHealth Centre
OutcomesLatest exam results
Outcomes
Latest exam results
OutcomesGCSE
37
of grades at Grade 950
A*-A grades100
Oxbridge success for applicants64%
A-level A*–A
81%
GCSE 9–7
DestinationsWhere leavers go
Destinations
Where leavers go
5%
to Oxbridge (2025)
11%
to Russell Group
| 2025 | |
|---|---|
| Cohort | 88 |
| Oxbridge | 4 |
| Russell Group | 10 |
| US Ivy | 0 |
| Medicine | 3 |
Top universities (2025)
University of CambridgeUniversity of OxfordImperial College LondonUniversity College London (UCL)Warwick UniversitySheffieldQueens’ College, CambridgeKingston University
CurriculumQualifications offered
Curriculum
Qualifications offered
GCSEA LevelEPQ
In the newsRecent coverage
In the news
Recent coverage
AlumniNotable alumni
Alumni
Notable alumni
Diana, Princess of Wales (royalty)Dame Vera Lynn (singer)Dame Penelope Lively (author)Dame Judi Dench (actress)Dame Margaret Rutherford (actress)Dame Elizabeth Taylor (actress)Dame Anna Wintour (editor)Dame Barbara Cartland (author)
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Pastoral careWellbeing
Pastoral care
Wellbeing
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Roedean School provides holistic pastoral care via daily access to Pastoral Managers and an on-site Health Centre staffed by skilled nurses and GP clinics twice a week. The nurturing environment promotes emotional intelligence, resilience, and self-awareness through a well-embedded house system and inclusive student support.
CalendarTerm dates 2026/27
Calendar
Term dates 2026/27
Autumn2 Sept 2026 → 11 Dec 2026Half-term 16 Oct 2026–1 Nov 2026
Spring5 Jan 2027 → 19 Mar 2027Half-term 12 Feb 2027–21 Feb 2027
Summer12 Apr 2027 → 1 Jul 2027Half-term 28 May 2027–6 Jun 2027
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1 offer
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FAQQuestions parents ask
FAQ
Questions parents ask
What kind of child is Roedean School best for?+
Roedean School suits: Families seeking a senior school for ages 11–18, with thinking already on 11+ or 13+ entry; Parents who want a single-sex environment for their daughter; Families weighing day vs boarding — both are offered; Children who can demonstrate strong academics at entry assessment — this is a selective school; Families comfortable with top-tier independent fees in exchange for the level of provision.
How much are the fees at Roedean School?+
Day fees at Roedean School are £9,018 to £11,784 a term in 2026-27 (£27,054 to £35,352 a year). Boarding fees are £17,778 to £21,330 a term in 2026-27 (£53,334 to £63,990 a year). Extras such as lunches, uniform and trips are on top.
When is the next open day at Roedean School?+
The next open day at Roedean School is on 27 February 2027. Booking is usually required.
How does admissions work?+
Roedean School is selective. Expect an entrance assessment at each entry point.
Does Roedean School support SEND?+
Roedean School offers some SEND support. Ask admissions which needs it can meet.
What ages does Roedean School take?+
Roedean School takes pupils from age 11 to 18.
Is Roedean School a day or boarding school?+
Roedean School offers both day and boarding places.
Is Roedean School co-educational or single-sex?+
Roedean School is a girls' school.
Where is Roedean School?+
Roedean School is in Brighton and Hove, BN2 5RQ.
How do I contact admissions at Roedean School?+
Contact Roedean School by email at admissions@roedean.co.uk or phone on 01273667500.
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