Independent SeniorCo-educationalBoardingISI · Excellent

King Edward's School Witley

Godalming, Surrey · GU8 5SG

AAB+ A-level

18.9%

9–7 GCSE

30%

Day fees

£29k

Inspection

Excellent

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King Edward's School Witley is a well-established independent coeducational boarding and day school set in the Surrey Hills near Godalming, combining traditional values with modern educational practice. The school serves pupils from age 11 through the sixth form and maintains a strong emphasis on all-round development, pastoral care, and community involvement. Its rural location provides a distinctive environment for both academic work and outdoor pursuits.

  • Boarding facilities offering flexibility with full, weekly and flexi-boarding options suited to working families
  • Strong pastoral care and house system in a rural setting that fosters close-knit community
  • Comprehensive co-curricular programme including strong outdoor education and expeditions

Who thrives here

Pupils who benefit from structure, pastoral attention, and a balanced approach to academic life; those seeking boarding flexibility; families valuing outdoor education and traditional school community.

Strengths at a glance

Exam results50th pctSports56th pctCo-curricular50th pctValue vs peers50th pctPastoral & wellbeing100th pct

Percentiles within UK independent + grammar schools we track.

At a glance

School typeIndependent Senior · Boarding
Founded1553
Number of pupils476
Day pupils273
Boarders148
Sixth form105
Pupils with SEND127
Age range11–18
GenderCo-educational
Day fees£28.5k/yr (inc. lunch)
Boarding fees£40.5k/yr (inc. meals)
AssociationsISC
Settingrural
LocationSchool is directly accessible from Witley railway station; Godalming mainline station offers connections to London Waterloo and beyond.
EthosChristian

Contact & visit

Wormley

Godalming, Surrey

GU8 5SG

01428686700
Mrs Joanna Wright, Headteacher

Nearest stations

Godalming8 min
Witley2 min

Frequently asked questions

What are the fees at King Edward's School Witley?

Day fees at King Edward's School Witley are approximately £28,500 per year (2024/25). Boarding fees are higher.

How do you get into King Edward's School Witley?

King Edward's School Witley admits pupils at 11+, 13+, 16+. Entry is assessed by Interview, Assessment. See the Admissions section above for open days and key dates.

What are King Edward's School Witley's exam results?

At King Edward's School Witley, 18.9% of A-levels were graded A*–B and 30% of GCSEs were grade 7/A or above. Full results are in the Results section above.

Is King Edward's School Witley a boarding school?

King Edward's School Witley offers boarding as well as day places.

What is King Edward's School Witley's latest inspection rating?

ISI rated King Edward's School Witley “Excellent” (2022).

What parents say

Frequently praised

Strong pastoral care and house community

Excellent outdoor education and expeditions programme

Flexible boarding options that accommodate family needs

Good balance between academic rigour and all-round development

Common concerns

!Limited inspection track record may concern some families seeking external validation