School Data


Gender Girls
Age 11 - 18
Type Boarding Day School Flexi-Boarding Full Boarding
Size 455
Bursaries Available

Sherborne Girls offers a number of scholarships and bursaries for girls entering at 11+, 13+ and 16+ in the categories of Academic, Art, Drama, Music and Sport.

Head Teacher: Dr Ruth Sullivan
Jessica Briggs, Deputy Head (Pastoral)

Open Days & Events

You can either book one of our popular tours or arrange an individual visit. In both cases the visit will include a tour of the School and an opportunity to meet with senior members of staff. To arrange a visit, book via our website or telephone 01935 818224.

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Contact Details

Sherborne Girls

Bradford Road, Sherborne, Dorset, DT9 3QN

Sherborne Girls

Bradford Road, Sherborne, Dorset, DT9 3QN

Head's Welcome

We believe that education shapes our values and our beliefs, preparing us for the future. That is why we are committed to providing an outstanding education to every girl in our community. Our girls are curious, courageous and compassionate. They are ready for the challenges and opportunities of the 21st century, with a clear sense of ambition and the personal qualities to succeed in whatever path they choose to follow.

Dr Ruth Sullivan, BSc, PGCE (Edinburgh); MSc, PhD (London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine)

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Sherborne Girls is proud to be one of the UK’s leading, full-boarding girls’ schools, renowned for all-round personal development and academic fulfilment. Founded in 1899, they have been at the forefront of girls’ education in Britain for over 100 years. Their transformative education provides girls with the sense of purpose and depth of character to lead change, inspire others and find their place in the world.

Blending academic challenge with a strong focus on Character Education, they help every girl thrive in their nurturing community. Through individualised learning, they uncover talent, release potential and give girls conditions in which to flourish.

Sherborne Girls offers a setting where academic focus is combined with the space to enjoy musical, creative, sporting and artistic pursuits, providing an incredibly broad and enriching education that develops the unique talents of every girl, within a truly supportive environment.

Part of Sherborne Schools Group, their proximity to and unique relationship with Sherborne Boys offers the best of both worlds, combining the focus of single-sex classrooms with the social benefits of a coeducational setting. The beautiful location, in the historic Dorset market town, has direct rail links to mainline London stations, with Exeter, Bristol and Southampton airports all within easy reach.

With consistently outstanding results, excellent pastoral care and incredible facilities Sherborne Girls offers a truly transformative education. They encourage girls to make a meaningful contribution to society. With support and encouragement, students grow into critical thinkers, creative leaders and global citizens, making an impact wherever they go.

Termly Fees 2026/27
Fees per term from 1 September 2026 will be as follows:
Fee Type
(inc. VAT)
(ex. VAT)
Years 9 – 13 (Lower 5 through to Upper 6)
Boarding Fee
£18,815
£15,679
Day Boarding Fee
£15,315
£12,763
Day Fee
£11,830
£9,858
Overnight charge (Day Boarders only)
£75
£62.50
Years 7 and 8 (Lower and Upper 4)
Boarding Fee 
£15,295
£12,746
Day Fee
£11,830
£9,858

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