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Don't rule out single-sex education – this is a school that empowers its girls to become independent, self-assured young women as well as bringing out the joys of being female in a safe, homely and beautiful environment. It’s quite a winning combination. For the creative, it is heaven.
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Overview & data
- Pupil numbers
- 301 ·
- Sixth form numbers
- 94 ·
- Offers boarding
- Yes ·
- Religion
- Anglican
- Fees
- Day £34,830; Boarding £57,096 pa
- Local authority
- Oxfordshire County Council
- Area guides
Headteacher
Headmistress
Ms Julie Lodrick
Since 2022, Julie Lodrick BA (music, University College Chichester), PGCE, MA (educational leadership, OU). Hailing from a navy family, with father often deployed overseas, she has first-hand experience of boarding. She attended Catholic convent the
Entrance
All candidates interviewed. Admissions not based purely on academic ability; other personal strengths valued. Candidates for 11+ and 13+ invited for ‘taster day’ in summer term of year 5 and assessment day in autumn of year 6. Written test in English
- Open days
- See website
Exit
Mainly to Russell Group universities – Bristol, Durham, Edinburgh, Exeter, Newcastle current favourites. One to Oxbridge in 2024, two overseas. Girls opt for a wide variety of subjects, from economics, biological sciences and marine biology to
Latest results
In 2024, 54 per cent 9-7 at GCSE; 30 per cent A*/A at A level (70 per cent A*-B).
Average points score (2024)
What is this?
These figures tell you the average grade and average points that pupils achieved in their academic qualifications. A maximum of 60 points are available for a grade A* at A level.
Teaching & learning
‘Inspirational teaching,’ according to many parents. An eagle eye kept on pupils, with weekly meetings and reports to parents. Very good lines of communication noted. Girls encouraged to take risks, develop a growth mindset and 'to aim high'. A High
- Qualifications taken in 2024
- A level
- EPQ
- GCSE
Learning support & SEN
‘A lot of learning support goes on here,’ according to the head of SEN, with the admissions process used to identify students with challenges. A recent talk to parents on neurodiversity demonstrates the school is not afraid to have the
Arts & extracurricular
Girls encouraged to ‘have a go’ with a vast range of subjects and activities on offer, both curricular and co-curricular, whether it's joining the Glitter Bombs science club, the MedSoc, or Hester's Cookery Club, where a full meal is prepared and
Sport
Girls encouraged to be active. Sports facilities on site comprise tennis courts in the former walled garden (which double up as netball courts), a glass-roofed outdoor swimming pool, sports hall, new gym, hockey and lacrosse pitches and a new fitness
Boarders
Ethos is of a full boarding school, but needs must so flexibility has been introduced, with weekly and occasional boarding (up to two nights per week). Weekly boarders in years 7 and 8 can go home on Friday evening and return Sunday night or Monday
Ethos & heritage
One of the oldest girls’ boarding schools in England, Tudor Hall was founded in 1850 by Rev TW Todd and his wife. In 1908 the school moved from London to rural Kent and on the outbreak of the Second World War it decamped to Burnt Norton, a small
Pastoral care, inclusivity & discipline
As a full-boarding school, the focus is on creating a happy term-time home. The staff we met were warm, affectionate and absolutely committed. Parents say they constantly 'go over and above' and that care for the girls is 'second to none'. Day pupils
Mobile phone policy
A clear mobile phone policy is a really important part of modern schooling. This school has provided us with their policy.
Mobile phone policy
Provided by the school and not part of our review In years 7-11, pupils do not have access to their mobile phones during the day. In years 12 and 13, pupils are allowed their phones all the time, but must not take them to lessons. All pupils have access to their phones during the evenings, and the amount of time allowed increases as pupils get older. To ensure parity between boarding and day pupils, day pupils are not allowed to bring their mobile phones to school. There are robust monitoring systems to ensure that pupils use their mobile phones safely and appropriately whilst at school.
Pupils & parents
Often close family members or friends have been to the school. Huge number of children of old girls. Many of the parents come via first-hand recommendation. The head of local Great Tew primary school is a former Tudor girl and firm supporter, with
Money matters
Means-tested bursaries to support new and current parents in financial need. Tudor's Making THe Difference campaign aims to offer transformational bursaries for one girl entering year 7 and one entering year 11 every year. Academic, music, art, drama
- Fee information
- Day £34,830; Boarding £57,096 pa
The last word
Don't rule out single-sex education – this is a school that empowers its girls to become independent, self-assured young women as well as bringing out the joys of being female in a safe, homely and beautiful environment. It’s quite a winning
