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Roedean, a wonderful independent day and boarding school for girls aged 11-18 in Sussex, England.

Putting Girls First

It’s not just our breathtakingly beautiful location that makes Roedean such a special place. It’s the way we always put our girls first. Within our inclusive and nurturing community, your daughter will feel grounded, valued and ready to take on the world!

Meet our Head

Roedean People

Kaitlin Lung

Giving

Kaitlin, Head of School
I love how Roedean has so many unique and meaningful experiences to offer to students.
Read Kaitlin’s Story
Georgina Walker, School Chaplain

Empathetic

Georgina Walker , School Chaplain
I see my role in the school as being a presence denoting peace and calm
Read Georgina Walker ‘s Story
Guy Carter, Head of Geography

Engaging

Guy Carter, Head of Geography
I believe that Geography is an essential choice of subject for 2024; it’s so relevant, and extremely fun to teach!
Read Guy Carter’s Story
Holly, Farm Manager

Outdoors

Holly, Former Farm Manager and pupil
Getting the girls involved in the Farm is truly special. Seeing the girls grow in confidence and knowledge on the Farm is very rewarding.
Read Holly’s Story
Ella

Confident

Ella , Year 12
My favourite part of Roedean is definitely the support I get as a Performing Arts student. My confidence has rocketed in my two years here!
Read Ella ‘s Story
Galina

Immersed

Galina, Head of School
I have loved immersing myself in all Performing Arts opportunities at Roedean, including being the Musical Director of Six the musical
Read Galina’s Story
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    Academic

    Dynamic teaching nurtures academic curiosity, independence, and self-confidence; with Roedean girls encouraged to develop originality and creativity, both in character and thinking.

    Read about academics

    Beyond the Classroom

    The breadth of our co-curricular activities continues to be one of Roedean’s great strengths – providing wide-ranging opportunities for the girls to develop and thrive, try as many new things as possible, and enjoy their all-round school experience.

    Read about co-curricular

    Sixth Form

    Intellectually curious, prepared, socially aware, creative, passionate, resilient, and confident… that’s a Roedean Sixth Former.

    Read about Sixth Form

    Sport

    Regardless of whether your daughter’s aspirations are to represent her nation at the Olympics or to participate in sports recreationally, her experience of physical activity at Roedean will be an enjoyable, rewarding and memorable one.

    Read about Sport

    Dance

    Within two large, bright studios, and with experienced teachers, dance at Roedean offers girls a chance to develop their dance skills at a variety of levels – this could be simply for enjoyment or for a career in dance or the Performing Arts.

    Read about Dance

    Drama

    Theatre is a strong feature of School life and all girls are expected to become involved, whether as performers, production support, or audience members.

    Read about Drama

    Music

    Hitting all the right notes. Music at Roedean is lively, engaging, and highly accomplished.

    Read about Music

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    38th in The Times League table for A-Level A*-B results 

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    Over 160 co-curricular activities on offer every week 

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    4 students achieved Oxbridge places in 2024 

    Results and Destinations

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    1-8 pupil to teacher ratio 

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    4 dedicated pastoral managers 

    Pastoral Care

    Where the adventure continues…

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    Roedean: 125th Anniversary at Roedean Way

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    This is a school where girls make a noise and get their hands dirty; a school determined to help girls realise their value and erase the limitations to which they often subject themselves.


    — Good Schools Guide —

    Boarding Life

    Many girls are full boarders, and there are over 330 girls on campus at the weekends, enjoying lots of activities on Friday evenings, Saturdays, and Sundays.


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    School Life

    Our aim at Roedean is to nurture the girls’ talents, to spark their curiosity, to develop their skills, and to let their imagination run riot.  Our school day incorporates six lessons and two activity slots where girls can make the most of our co-curricular activities on offer. 


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