Bedales School
URN: 116527 • Petersfield GU32 2DG
Overview
- Name
- Bedales School
- URN
- 116527
- Type
- Other independent school
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Selective
- Trust
- Private
- Yes
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
- Ranking score
- 43.0 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Will Goldsmith (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01730300100
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Church Road, Petersfield GU32 2DG
Summary
Bedales School, located in Petersfield, Hampshire, is an independent co-educational institution catering to students aged 3 to 18. Established in 1893, the school is set on a picturesque 120-acre campus and is committed to fostering a community of lifelong learners. Guided by the motto "work of each for weal of all," Bedales emphasizes collaboration, creativity, and individuality within its inclusive environment.
The curriculum at Bedales promotes a holistic education, balancing rigorous academic challenges with opportunities for imaginative expression. The school offers Bedales Assessed Courses, which provide flexible pathways to achievement, encouraging intellectual curiosity and personal agency. Students engage in a wide range of disciplines, enriched by real-world experiences and outdoor exploration.
Bedales prides itself on its supportive community, where students are encouraged to explore their passions and develop a strong sense of self. The school environment is designed to nurture friendships and foster a love of learning, making it a unique place for students to thrive both academically and personally.
The curriculum at Bedales promotes a holistic education, balancing rigorous academic challenges with opportunities for imaginative expression. The school offers Bedales Assessed Courses, which provide flexible pathways to achievement, encouraging intellectual curiosity and personal agency. Students engage in a wide range of disciplines, enriched by real-world experiences and outdoor exploration.
Bedales prides itself on its supportive community, where students are encouraged to explore their passions and develop a strong sense of self. The school environment is designed to nurture friendships and foster a love of learning, making it a unique place for students to thrive both academically and personally.
Useful links
- Bedales Archive (other)
- Website by Studio Mad Keen (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Churcher's College (50.2)
- Ditcham Park School (43.3)
- Moreton House School (37.5)
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 768 | 368 | 400 | 800 | |
| 2024-09-11 | 769 | 376 | 393 | 800 | |
| 2023-09-11 | 467 | 222 | 245 | 800 | 0.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 467 | 222 | 245 | 800 | 0.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 463 | 221 | 242 | 800 | 0.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 456 | 217 | 239 | 800 | 0.00 |
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