Cultivating a community of lifelong learners

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Since 1893

A co-educational day and boarding school for 3-18 years 

On a stunning 120-acre countryside campus, Bedales is a place where creativity, curiosity, and individuality come to life. We balance high academic challenge with ambitious imaginative expression, offering a warm and authentic environment where students are free to think for themselves, explore their passions, and grow within an inclusive community.

Guided by our founding motto, ‘work of each for weal of all’, collaboration and care are woven into daily life - like the industrious bee, every student plays a role in shaping a thriving and purposeful school.

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Bedales offers a bold and innovative learning journey that nurtures intellectual curiosity, personal agency and creative thinking.

Our cohesive 3–18 curriculum promotes excellence in teaching, rich opportunities and deep engagement across disciplines. Bedales Assessed Courses offer broader and more flexible routes to achievement, pioneering educational reform inspired by global best practice. Learning is enriched by real-world experience, outdoor exploration and the expressive arts. As we continue to evolve - with innovative assessment and enhanced learning spaces - Bedales prepares students not just to succeed academically, but to lead fulfilled and meaningful lives beyond school.

Educating the whole person
Cultivating a community of lifelong learners through creative learning, compassionate living, inclusive community, and responsible environmental stewardship.
Visiting us
A glimpse into a unique educational community set in the stunning Hampshire countryside.

From Pre-prep to Sixth Form, our students flourish through creativity, curiosity and a shared love of learning. During your visit, you’ll experience our warm, inclusive atmosphere, explore our inspiring spaces - from RIBA award winning classrooms and creative subject studios, a stunning Arts and Crafts Library, to the working farm - and meet students and staff who embody our values. Whether you're considering admission, attending a performance or simply curious about innovative education, you'll find openness and authenticity at the heart of school life.

A wonderful place to develop a strong sense of self, stretch minds, develop a love of learning and make lifelong friends.
- Bedales Student
A great thing about being a student at Bedales is the talent of practically everyone in completely different ways. I’m friends with elite musicians, actors, tennis players, fashion designers, and mathematicians.
- Bedales Student
Bedales has an incredible gift for attracting curious, passionate people, and also offering loads of different pathways for students to find an area of interest.
- Bedales Student
The community, my friends and the boarding house are what I love most about Bedales - they are like a family to me.
- Bedales Student