Roedean School

Girls

“Honneur aulx dignes”

(Honour the worthy)

Church of England

Year 7 - Year 13 (Upper Sixth) (Ages 11-18)

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Situated in a coastal setting in Brighton, East Sussex, Roedean School is an independent day and boarding school for girls. Established in 1885 by the Lawrence sisters, the school claims to provide a thorough physical, intellectual, and moral education. The campus occupies a site overlooking the English Channel. Its ethos focuses on academic excellence, personal independence, and a broad co-curricular programme including sport, culture, and the arts. The school aims to provide a high-quality, all-round education within a supportive community, utilising its expansive grounds for diverse activities.

Selectivity:

Academic

Boarding:

Flexi Boarding

Full Boarding

Weekly Boarding

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Last updated on 10 March 2026 (not all data elements were necessarily updated on this date)

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Admission & Fees

Fees Vs. National Average

+6.5%

Roedean School's fees are 6.5% higher than the national average.

Fees Vs. County Average

+9.2%

Roedean School's fees are 9.2% higher than the county average.

Based on 14 schools in East Sussex and 213 nationally.

Note: Fee comparisons are based on core termly day fees including mandatory lunch and learning materials but excluding any discounts or other additional charges for extra-curriculars, registration, etc. Please check the schools' official websites for full fees and charges.

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Gender:Girls only

Selectivity:Academic

Admission is based on academic merit, evaluated through entrance examinations in English, mathematics, and reasoning. The process also includes an interview with the academic team and the requirement of a positive reference from the candidate's current school principal.

Scholarships:

Science

Music

Academic

Art

Dance

Humanities

Languages

Drama

Sport

Bursaries:Yes

The school provides means-tested bursaries to assist families who meet admission criteria but require financial support to cover tuition fees.