Girls UK Boarding Schools

Established in 1907, Downe House is a traditional British boarding school with a modern twist for girls aged 11-18. Situated just outside London, an hour from Heathrow, the School boasts excellent transport links.

Badminton is a thriving independent day and boarding school for girls aged 4-18, which has remained at the forefront of girls’ education for well over 160 years.

Cheltenham Ladies’ College has been at the forefront of girls’ education for 170 years. Our heritage and global reputation were founded on our pioneering approach in the advancement of girls’ educational opportunities.

Royal High School Bath is a leading Independent day and boarding school for girls aged 3-18. We are increasingly recognised as the school of choice for contemporary girls’-only education.

Kent College Senior School will become fully co-educational from September 2026, welcoming both boys and girls into its inclusive and empowering learning community.

At Sherborne Girls, we believe that education forms our habits. It shapes our values and our beliefs, preparing us for the future and steering us on our way. That is why we are committed to providing an outstanding education to every girl.

A distinctive route to high achievement – since 1902, Prior’s Field has been offering something that little bit different for girls aged 11-18.

St Francis’ College is a thriving community of just over 400 girls, providing a modern education based on Christian principles. Students receive individual care.

An independent girls’ day and boarding school, we educate students from age four to 18,in the heart of the academically and culturally vibrant city of Cambridge.

St Catherine’s, Bramley, offers an unparalleled educational and boarding experience, set in 27 acres of grounds in the heart of the Surrey Hills, yet within an hour of London.

Since its foundation over 150 years ago, Mayfield has become one of Britain’s leading Catholic girls’ schools.

Located just 30 minutes from London, our school is set in 30 acres of beautiful grounds and offers an exceptional education. From September 2027 St George’s Ascot will be welcoming boys into Year 7 and Year 9.

Queen Mary’s School is a small, high-achieving girls’ boarding school, ranked 4th in the UK among independent schools without a Sixth Form (The Times Parent Power Guide 2026).

Set within 700 acres of beautiful countryside, Woldingham is a safe and inspiring school for students to become confident, compassionate and courageous young women.

Situated in 315 acres of stunning parkland setting just 20 minutes from London Heathrow Airport, RMS for Girls is a thriving day and boarding school.

Founded in 1893, Harrogate Ladies’ College is a boarding and day school for girls aged 11-18, situated in the heart of a beautiful spa town on the edge of glorious countryside in North Yorks

Founded in 1749, we are the oldest independent girl’s school in the UK. As well as day placesfor all ages, we offer a range offlexible boarding options for both UK and international pupils.

Headington Rye Oxford School is an outstanding day and boarding school for girls, aged 3 to 18 and boys aged 3 to 11.

Adcote Girls School is dedicated to nurturing young minds, fostering academic excellence, and cultivating a vibrant community spirit, nestled within the scenic Shropshire countryside.

Thornton College is the leading boarding and day school for girls in the Milton Keynes area, consistently ranking one of the top non-selective girls schools in the UK.

St Swithun’s School is a renowned independent day, weekly and full-boarding school for girls set in 45 acres overlooking the Hampshire Downs on the outskirts of Winchester.

St Mary's Calne is a leading girls' boarding and day school in the UK. Our aims are clear, focused and forward-thinking: we develop in young women the academic and moral strength for them to become bold, resourceful, well-balanced.

Queen Anne’s is a leading independent boarding school for girls with over 450 pupils aged 11 to 18 years. High aspirations combined with a positive approach to learning.

Tudor Hall is unique in so many ways. It is a small, vibrant, full boarding and day school for girls aged 11 to 18, based in Wykham Park near Banbury

Girls thrive at Truro High School for Girls where incredible academics go hand in hand with a vibrant and holistic learning environment where all girls are encouraged to challenge themselves and grow in confidence.

We pride ourselves in our friendly community in which we bring out each girl’s individual talents and work with them to develop their skills and become confident independent young women.

Founded in 1955, Marymount International School was the first all-girls’ school in the UK to adopt the International Baccalaureate curriculum.

Our Round Square ethos underpins everything we do at Cobham Hall. We believe learning goes beyond the classroom and it is when girls truly step out of their comfort zone.

Roedean girls enter university and the world of work with a deep appreciation of scholarship, learning, enrichment and the importance of community.

The Haberdashers’ Monmouth School offers outstanding opportunity for pupils to excel academically in a friendly, caring environment.

Queenswood is a leading independent school for 440 girls, aged 11-18, where boarders make up roughly half of the school.

Godstowe is an independent day school with boarding for girls aged 3 – 13 and a co-ed nursery and pre-prep. The school sits on an attractive, compact 12-acre site, perched on top of the hill overlooking High Wycombe in Buckinghamshire.