The short version
Below-average GCSE results. At capacity.
- GCSE results are below the national average (Attainment 8: 6.2 vs national 43.8)
- The school is at capacity (96% full)
Selective intake
This school offers places by entrance exam. See how 11+ formats differ between schools — and which exam boards they use.
Performance
DfE published dataOfficial DfE Results
Attainment 8
Average points across 8 GCSE subjects
6.2
37.6 vs nationalEnglish & maths (grade 5+)
Strong pass in both core subjects
0%
EBacc entry
Academic subjects including a language
0%
A-Level Average
Mean grade across subjects
B
A-Level Value Added
Progress vs expected
+0.14
Band 3Source: Department for Education Performance Tables 2024-25
Special Educational Needs
68% of pupils have identified special educational needs or disabilities.
Breakdown
Source: DfE School Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Other independent school
- Ages
- 3–19
- Intake
- Mixed
Numbers
- Pupils
- 768
- Capacity
- 96%
- Admissions
- Selective
Governance
- Local authority
- Hampshire
- Head
- Mr Will Goldsmith (Headteacher)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- Yes
- Nursery
- Yes
- Boarding
- Boarding school
Inspection record
Official linksIndependent school not found on standard Ofsted provider pages; defer to later ISI-specific handling.
Location
Church Road, Steep, Petersfield, Hampshire, GU32 2DG
Town setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmQuestions parents ask
Is Bedales School a selective school?
Yes. Bedales School has a selective intake, which means places are offered based on performance in an entrance exam. Check the school's admissions page for the current exam format and registration deadlines.
How many pupils attend Bedales School?
Bedales School currently has 768 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does Bedales School take?
Bedales School caters for pupils aged 3 to 19.
Where is Bedales School?
Bedales School is in Petersfield, GU32 2DG, in the Hampshire local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does Bedales School have a sixth form?
Yes, Bedales School has a sixth form, so pupils can continue to A-levels or equivalent qualifications without changing school.
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