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Brighton Girls GDST is a long-established independent all-through school for girls aged 3–18 in the heart of Brighton. Part of the Girls' Day School Trust network, it combines academic rigour with a progressive, inclusive ethos rooted in girls' education. The school serves a diverse, cosmopolitan pupil body and emphasises both intellectual excellence and creative, pastoral development across a broad curriculum.
Who thrives here
Girls who value intellectual curiosity, creative expression, and collaborative learning; families seeking a girls-only environment with a progressive, values-driven approach rather than hyper-competitive pressure.
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Montpelier Road, Brighton, East Sussex
BN1 3AT
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Day fees at Brighton Girls GDST are approximately £17,400 per year (2024/25).
Brighton Girls GDST admits pupils at 3+, 4+, 7+, 8+, 11+, 13+, 16+. Entry is assessed by Interview, Assessment. See the Admissions section above for open days and key dates.
At Brighton Girls GDST, 21.4% of A-levels were graded A*–B and 43.8% of GCSEs were grade 7/A or above. Full results are in the Results section above.
Brighton Girls GDST is a day school in England and does not offer boarding.
ISI rated Brighton Girls GDST “Excellent” (2019).
Frequently praised
✓Supportive, nurturing pastoral care and attention to individual girls
✓Strong academic foundations with creative and expressive opportunities
✓Diverse, inclusive community reflecting Brighton's cosmopolitan demographics
Common concerns
!Facilities and investment may lag behind comparator London independent schools