Saint Felix School
Southwold, Suffolk · IP18 6SD
Saint Felix School is a well-established independent co-educational day and boarding school set in 75 acres of Suffolk coastal countryside near Southwold, founded in 1897. The school educates pupils from age 2 through to 19, combining traditional values with contemporary practice across a through-school model. Its distinctive setting in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and integration of Forest School pedagogy reflect a philosophy that extends learning beyond conventional classrooms into nature-based education.
- →Rare coastal boarding environment with strong rural character and outdoor education ethos
- →Through-school provision from age 2 to 19 allowing continuous progression without transition
- →International boarding community and explicit welcome to international students
- →Dedicated Forest School approach and emphasis on wellbeing alongside academic rigour
- →75-acre estate providing space, facilities, and natural environment for diverse development
Who thrives here
Saint Felix suits curious, independent-minded pupils who thrive in outdoor-enriched environments and appreciate the formality of boarding school alongside strong pastoral care. It appeals to families valuing a coherent through-school journey and those seeking a less pressurised alternative to highly competitive day schools, particularly international families.
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Contact & visit
Halesworth Road, Reydon
Southwold, Suffolk
IP18 6SD
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Frequently asked questions
What are the fees at Saint Felix School?
Day fees at Saint Felix School are approximately £21,612 per year (2026/27). Boarding fees are higher.
How do you get into Saint Felix School?
Saint Felix School 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.
What are Saint Felix School's exam results?
At Saint Felix School, 0% of A-levels were graded A*–B and 25.8% of GCSEs were grade 7/A or above. Full results are in the Results section above.
Is Saint Felix School a boarding school?
Saint Felix School offers boarding as well as day places.
What is Saint Felix School's latest inspection rating?
ISI rated Saint Felix School “Excellent” (2023).
What parents say
Frequently praised
✓Exceptional natural setting and outdoor learning environment fostering wellbeing and resilience
✓Strong pastoral care and boarding-school community ethos; sense of belonging across year groups
✓Through-school continuity reducing disruption and enabling sustained relationship-building
✓International pupil community and cultural diversity
✓Emphasis on individuality and personalised pathways rather than conveyor-belt academic pressure
Common concerns
!Rural location and limited public transport can isolate day pupils and complicate logistics
!Not yet Ofsted-inspected; limited third-party validation of academic standards or safeguarding practice
!Smaller independent school with fewer resources or specialist facilities than larger competitors
!Limited publicly available evidence of Sixth Form outcomes or competitive university placements