The short version
Below-average GCSE results. 84% capacity. Girls only.
- GCSE results are below the national average (Attainment 8: 16.5 vs national 43.8)
- This is a girls-only school
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
16.5
27.3 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
+0.07
Band 3Source: Department for Education Performance Tables 2024-25
Special Educational Needs
20% of pupils have identified special educational needs or disabilities.
Breakdown
Source: DfE School Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Other independent school
- Ages
- 11–18
- Intake
- Girls
Numbers
- Pupils
- 615
- Capacity
- 84%
- Admissions
- Selective
Governance
- Local authority
- Brighton and Hove
- Head
- Mrs Niamh Green (Headmaster)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- Yes
- Boarding
- Boarding school
Inspection record
Official linksIndependent school not found on standard Ofsted provider pages; defer to later ISI-specific handling.
Location
Roedean Way, Brighton, East Sussex, BN2 5RQ
Town setting
Questions parents ask
Is Roedean School a selective school?
Yes. Roedean 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 Roedean School?
Roedean School currently has 615 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does Roedean School take?
Roedean School caters for pupils aged 11 to 18.
Where is Roedean School?
Roedean School is in Brighton, BN2 5RQ, in the Brighton and Hove local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does Roedean School have a sixth form?
Yes, Roedean School has a sixth form, so pupils can continue to A-levels or equivalent qualifications without changing school.
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