Roedean School

A other independent school school in Brighton and Hove. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for Roedean School.

Brighton, BN25RQ Age 11-18 Girls intake
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Primary schools

  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 40.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Secondary schools

  • Progress 8 score 40.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

All-through schools

  • Progress 8 score 25.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 15.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Secondary with Sixth Form schools

  • Progress 8 score 20.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • Continue in education or training 20.0%
  • Sustained employment 20.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Sixth Form Only schools

  • Continue in education or training 40.0%
  • Sustained employment 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Special schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Alternative Provision schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Independent schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Ofsted Inspection

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Contact Information

How to reach this school

Source: GIAS
Address
Roedean Way
Brighton, BN25RQ

Location

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School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
114616
Type
Other independent school
Phase
Independent
Address
Roedean Way, Brighton, BN2 5RQ
Age range
11-18
Gender
Girls
School status
Open
Capacity
730 pupils
Setting
Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
Sixth Form
Yes
Nursery
No

School Performance Data

Official government statistics

Source: DfE

School Demographics

Total Pupils
680

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Class Size Information

Average Class Size
42 pupils
Large Classes
Pupils per Year Group
85
Average across all year groups
Total School Size
680 pupils
11-18

Subjects This School Excels At

Subjects where students perform significantly above national average

English Literature (GCE A level)
(12 students)
Study Skills (Extended Project (Diploma))
(12 students)
Geography (GCE A level)
(10 students)
Religious Studies (GCE A level)
(7 students)

Strong performance in 4 subjects

From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

Girls First: Empowered, Encouraged, Engaged

Head Teacher's Message

The Head emphasises a holistic, girls’ education at Roedean, with a strong focus on co-curricular opportunities, tailoring education to individual passions and potential, preparing girls for future jobs, and fostering a safe, supportive environment where students can develop into independent, resilient young women.

Facilities

Theatre Chapel Boarding House Sixth Form Centre Sports facilities Dance studios (two large, bright studios) Farm

Curriculum Highlights

GCSE A Levels Roedean Diploma Sixth Form Co-curricular and enrichment program

Admissions Criteria

Roedean Admissions Overview covers Year 7 (11+) entry, Year 9 (13+) entry, Year 8/10 and A Level Foundation entries, Year 12 (Sixth Form) entry, and Overseas admissions. Key steps include submitting an enquiry to request information, Experience Roedean (Open Mornings or personal tours), completing a registration form to invite entry assessments, and sitting age-appropriate online entrance tests (English, maths, verbal reasoning, non-verbal reasoning, puzzles & problem solving, and creative comprehension) plus a short interview. For some entries there are Early Entrance Programmes (EEP). Scholarship and bursary applications are offered in multiple areas (Academic, Art, Dance, Drama, Music, Performing Arts, Sport) and means-tested bursaries are available to UK applicants. Offers are made based on entrance test results, interviews, and a current Head’s reference. Assessments and timelines differ by entry year; overseas applicants and boarding places have specific considerations.

Financial Information

Scholarships: Available Bursaries: Available

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