In 1885, Roedean was founded as Wimbledon House School by the pioneering Lawrence Sisters. Within 10 years, the School had grown so much, that they identified a need to move to a new purpose built school. The Sisters proceeded to use their network of friends, family, and Old Girls, to raise the funds needed to build our beautiful School on our iconic clifftop site.
Without this support, and the ongoing support of our community throughout the years, Roedean would not be the place it is today. Our Chapel was furnished through donations, the Swimming Pool opened due to the support of parents in the 1970s, the Science Wing and Theatre were built due to your support in the 1990s, and most recently, our all-weather pitch was built and our Theatre refurbished thanks to the ongoing generosity of the Roedean family.
Throughout our history, our community’s support has also enabled Roedean to provide Bursaries to girls who wouldn’t otherwise be able to enjoy the benefits of a Roedean education. With current financial pressures, and the introduction of VAT on school fees, requests for support from families is increasing.
Did being at Roedean help make you who you are today? Do you believe a Roedean education gives young women the very best start in life?
If you would like to give something back, you can make a charitable donation to Roedean, or give your time and become involved in School life.
We are hugely grateful to all our generous benefactors who wish to support Roedean’s vision and we greatly appreciate every gift, large or small.
For more information on how you can get involved, or donate to Roedean, please click on the links for more details, or contact the Roedean Alumnae and Development Office by email: [email protected], by telephone:01273 667363 or by post at the School address.
