GCSE

Rye St Antony is a thriving school set in 12-acres of beautiful woodland less than a mile from the centre of Oxford. Established in 1930 the school has a strong Catholic heritage and core values of respect and consideration which ensure that pupils are recognised for their individual strengths and talents. Rated in all areas as ‘Outstanding’ by Ofsted and ‘Excellent’ by the ISI, Rye offers first-class teaching facilities and delivers consistently high academic results and pastoral care.

Rossall is a co-educational boarding and day school with a historic campus set in 160 acres and with its own stretch of beach. The School is non-selective, seeking to bring out the best in pupils of all abilities in a safe, secure and supportive environment. It recently joined the Round Square organisation, combining a traditional British education with a focus on developing the whole child, and was one of the first English schools to introduce an International Study Centre (ISC).

Roedean's impressive location in the South Downs National Park overlooking the English Channel is just a 10 minute drive from the vibrant seaside city of Brighton with its excellent transport links to London. Founded in 1885 as one of the first girls’ boarding schools in the UK, Roedean's principles are based on the freedom to question, the scope to appreciate and the opportunity to grow as a human being. The school prides itself on encouraging every girl to fulfil her potential and flourish.

Situated in the South Derbyshire countryside, Repton is a co-educational school with a strong boarding ethos. The School operates a traditional house system which provides a secure, stable home and family environment. Repton has a national reputation for sporting excellence with a host of national and regional titles to its name. Sixth Form leavers enter courses at a wide range of Russell Group universities, including the prestigious colleges of Oxford and Cambridge.

Dating from 1556, Oundle School is a traditional English boarding school located in the market town of Oundle near Peterborough, itself just an hour from London b

Founded in 1407, Oswestry School is a thriving co-educational day and boarding school set in 50 acres of grounds in the historic market town of Oswestry, surrounded by stunning countryside. The School is non-selective, believing that the primary role of education is to develop the character, intellect, creativity and spirituality of pupils. Whilst academic performance is important it represents just a part of the school’s Total Curriculum in which extra-curricular activities also play a key role.

Founded in 1584 in the historic market town of Oakham on the edge of Rutland water, Oakham School is only 30 minutes by road from Peterborough, and from there under an hour by train to London. The School embraces a holistic approach where academic excellence flourishes alongside a strong tradition in the Arts, Music and Sport. Opportunities abound beyond the classroom for pupils to develop into well-rounded individuals through an extensive community action programme.

Mount Kelly, set in 150 acres on the edge of Dartmoor National Park, combines academic performance and excellent pastoral care, whilst its status as a National Swimming Centre of Excellence enhances the exciting range of co-curricular activities on offer. High expectations are set and pupils are encouraged to be themselves, inquisitive and resilient and to show ambition. Pupils feel happy and valued, which in turn gives them confidence, social awareness and enthusiasm for life-long learning.

Mayfield is a leading Catholic boarding and day school for girls set amid the restored buildings of a 14th century Archbishop’s palace in a picturesque rural village only 75km from London. After 150 years of nurturing generations of confident, enterprising, resilient and creative young women in preparing to take their place on the global stage, the School continues to deliver excellent academic results and prolific extra-curricular activities, all underpinned by exemplary pastoral care.

Malvern St James asks its girls ‘Who do you want to be?’ and helps them achieve their ambitions with an education that is both aspirational and rigorous yet flexible, within the framework of a happy and supportive community. Set in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and on direct trainlines from London, Birmingham and other key cities, MSJ has a 150-year track record in educating girls. Girls can board from Year 3 onwards, on a full, weekly or flexi (1 - 3 nights) basis.