Sherborne School for Girls
Sherborne, Dorset · DT9 3QN
AAB+ A-level
18.1%
9–7 GCSE
50.4%
Day fees
£26k
Inspection
Not yet inspected
Sherborne School for Girls is a selective independent boarding school in rural Dorset offering a full-boarding education for girls aged 11–18. The school emphasises character formation alongside academic excellence, positioning itself as developing global citizens and future leaders through a blend of intellectual rigour and pastoral care. Working collaboratively with the co-educational Sherborne Schools Group, it focuses on service, compassion, and resilience within a Christian foundation.
- →Strong emphasis on both academic achievement and character development, appealing to families seeking rounded education
- →Full boarding environment fostering independence, resilience and community in a picturesque Dorset setting
- →Collaboration with Sherborne Boys and access to shared facilities and co-curricular opportunities within the wider group
Who thrives here
Daughters of families valuing boarding education, character formation, and leadership development; girls who thrive in a structured community environment and seek a balance between academic challenge and pastoral support.
Strengths at a glance
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At a glance
Contact & visit
Bradford Road
Sherborne, Dorset
DT9 3QN
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Frequently asked questions
What are the fees at Sherborne School for Girls?
Day fees at Sherborne School for Girls are approximately £26,298 per year (2025/26). Boarding fees are higher.
How do you get into Sherborne School for Girls?
Sherborne School for Girls admits pupils at 11+, 13+, 16+. Entry is assessed by 11+ Selective Examination. See the Admissions section above for open days and key dates.
What are Sherborne School for Girls's exam results?
At Sherborne School for Girls, 18.1% of A-levels were graded A*–B and 50.4% of GCSEs were grade 7/A or above. Full results are in the Results section above.
Is Sherborne School for Girls a boarding school?
Sherborne School for Girls offers boarding as well as day places.
What parents say
Frequently praised
✓Strong sense of community and belonging fostered by full-boarding model
✓Excellent pastoral care and attention to individual pupil wellbeing and development
✓Balanced approach to academic rigour and character formation; girls develop confidence and leadership
✓Beautiful school setting and facilities; integration with Sherborne Schools Group broadens opportunities
Common concerns
!Limited day pupil option may restrict accessibility for some families
!Not yet Ofsted inspected; prospective parents lack independent inspection data
!Selective admissions process means limited diversity in intake