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Sherborne Girls

Sherborne Girls is a girls' independent school in London for pupils aged 11 to 18.

Boarding fees
£56,055
Entry
School Exam + InterviewSelective
Updated 4 months agosource
At a glance

Key facts

Head
Dr Ruth Sullivan
Mr
Gender
Girls
Pupils
456
Location
Sherborne, Dorset
Rural setting
Day or boarding
Boarding
Age range
11 to 18
Religious ethos
Church of England
Founded
1898
Entry points
11+, 13+, 16+
ISI inspection
Excellent
Inspected 2017
Scholarships
All-rounder, Academic, Music +3
A-level A*–A
13%
2025
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GCSE 9–7
30%
2025

Our take

Independent girls school in Dorset for ages 11–18. Selective entry, top-tier fees.

Best for
  • Children aged 11–18.
  • Parents who want a single-sex environment for their daughter.
  • 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.
  • SEND provision isn't documented in our profile. If your child has an EHCP or specific learning needs, ask admissions about case-by-case capacity before applying.
  • 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.
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Application timeline

  1. May15
    Open dayPassed
    School Tour
  2. TBC
    Registration opensTo be confirmed
    Last year: 1 May 2024
  3. TBC
    Registration closesTo be confirmed
    Last year: 15 Oct 2025
  4. TBC
    AssessmentTo be confirmed
    December of Year 6
    11+ Boarding Taster and Assessment Weekend
  5. May15
    InterviewPassed
    School Tour

Not yet published: bursary deadline, offers, acceptance deadline.

Open events

Private tours by arrangement with admissions.

Fees

£35,490per year · Day · 2026-27 · est. (3 x term)
Inc. VAT £35,490VAT TBC7 years: £280,310
vs London avg (£24,000)48% above
Extras: registration, deposit, uniform, lunches, trips, music lessons, exam fees.
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Bursaries & Scholarships

Latest exam results

13%
A-level A*–A
30%
GCSE 9–7

Data from 2025 results

Where leavers go

2025
Oxbridge4
US Ivy0

Qualifications offered

GCSEA-level

Notable alumni

Dame Penelope Lively (author)Lady Antonia Fraser (historian and author)Dame Harriet Walter (actress)Samantha Cameron (businesswoman and wife of former UK Prime Minister)Dame Elizabeth Butler-Sloss (judge)
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House system

WestWingfield DigbyReader HarrisKenelmEastDun HolmeMullinerAldhelmsted EastAldhelmsted West

Wellbeing

Tutor system

Sherborne Girls prioritizes each pupil's wellbeing and personal development through dedicated tutors acting as mentors and a supportive boarding team providing high care standards. An Independent Listener is available for confidential support, fostering a nurturing community environment.

Inspection

ISI inspection, 1 Jan 2017

Excellent

Term dates 2026/27

Autumn8 Sept 2026 → 12 Dec 2026Half-term 16 Oct 2026–1 Nov 2026
Spring5 Jan 2027 → 25 Mar 2027Half-term 12 Feb 2027–21 Feb 2027
Summer20 Apr 2027 → 2 Jul 2027Half-term 28 May 2027–6 Jun 2027

Sherborne Girls term dates and holidays →

Schools like Sherborne Girls

89%

Sherborne School

Dorset · Ages 13–18
£36,525 – £47,250
68%

Headington School

Oxfordshire · All-through · Ages 3–18
£15,351 – £30,783
67%

Roedean School

Brighton and Hove · Senior · Ages 11–18
£27,054 – £35,352
65%

Woldingham School

Tandridge · Senior · Ages 11–18
£30,960 – £38,448
65%

St George's School Ascot

Windsor and Maidenhead · Senior · Ages 11–18
£29,400 – £35,025
65%

St Margaret's School

Camden · All-through · Ages 4–16
£22,026 – £25,515

Questions parents ask

What kind of child is Sherborne Girls best for?+

Sherborne Girls suits: Children aged 11–18; Parents who want a single-sex environment for their daughter; 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 Sherborne Girls?+

Day fees at Sherborne Girls are £11,830 a term in 2026-27 (£35,490 a year). Boarding fees are £18,685 a term in 2025-26 (£56,055 a year). Extras such as lunches, uniform and trips are on top.

When is the next open day at Sherborne Girls?+

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How does admissions work?+

Sherborne Girls is selective. Expect an entrance assessment at each entry point.

Does Sherborne Girls support SEND?+

We don't hold SEND details for Sherborne Girls. Ask admissions early if your child has additional needs.

What ages does Sherborne Girls take?+

Sherborne Girls takes pupils from age 11 to 18.

Is Sherborne Girls a day or boarding school?+

Sherborne Girls is a boarding school.

Is Sherborne Girls co-educational or single-sex?+

Sherborne Girls is a girls' school.

Where is Sherborne Girls?+

Sherborne Girls is in Dorset, DT9 3QN.

How do I contact admissions at Sherborne Girls?+

Contact Sherborne Girls by phone on 01935812245.

Updated 11 May 2026. Sources: school website, Good Schools Guide, Tatler, Sunday Times Parent Power and Wikipedia.

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