Bedales School

Petersfield, Hampshire

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1893

Founded

3 - 18

Age range

Co-ed

School type

£6,898 - £18,999

Boarding / term

In short

Bedales School is a co-ed boarding and day school in Petersfield, Hampshire, educating pupils aged 3 - 18 and founded in 1893. Boarding fees are £6,898 - £18,999 per term. Our advice on this school is independent and free.

Type: Co-ed boarding & day
Boarders from: 8 - 18
Ethos: Non-denominational
Guardian required: Yes

Known for Art & Design Outdoor Education

About

About Bedales

The story, ethos and character of Bedales.

Setting: Village
Ethos: Non-denominational
Head: Mr Will Goldsmith

Bedales is a unique and innovative co-educational boarding and day school nestled on farmland and playing fields in the South Downs National Park in the south of England. Spanning ages 3 to 18, our students grow through a rich journey of learning, creativity and self-discovery.

We value individuality, curiosity and meaningful relationships, fostering independent thinking and confident collaboration. Students become rounded learners as a result of our diverse curriculum that encourages intellectual endeavour and creativity both in - and beyond - the classroom.

Bedales is a where students are known, supported and inspired.

What the school is known for? Founded in 1893 by John Badley, the school was built on the idea that education should be creative, independent, and prepare students for life, not just exams. From the very beginning, Bedales has embraced individuality and challenged traditional schooling.

Our stunning campus reflects that blend of creativity and tradition. Over the years, Bedales has stayed true to its roots while evolving to offer a modern, forward-thinking education. It's a where history and innovation go hand in hand. School history Bedales was founded by John Haden Badley in 1893 to be a humane alternative to the authoritarian regimes typical of late-Victorian public schools.