ISABELLE, YEAR 10 ‘I think Roedean is amazing because of the atmosphere, and because if you need help there is
MANON, YEAR 8 ‘I love the variety of extracurricular activities on offer at Roedean – being away
the pupils in the years above you.’
from home can be difficult, but, when I’m taking part in clubs, I have a lot of fun and am not as homesick!’
always a friendly face to turn to, whether it’s staff or
ROEDEAN TARA, YEAR 8
FREYA, YEAR 7
‘My favourite thing about Roedean is how supportive, kind and funny the staff and girls are. I’m really enjoying English, because it is really creative and it
‘As soon as I arrived, I realised that
everyone is incredibly welcoming - in the first week, I got lost so many times, but it didn’t matter at all, because someone always sorted me out.’
stimulates my brain.’
GIRLS JEMMA, YEAR 11
MOLLIE, YEAR 9 ‘The Sport, Art and academic facilities are amazing and provide us with
‘Every day when I arrive at the school, I look at the sea and sky and think how beautiful it is. My mum tells everyone that I go to Roedean, and that makes me feel very proud.’
great opportunities, but I especially love the farm – my favourite sheep are Pig and Bear!’
SAY... OYINDA, YEAR 7
SYLVA, YEAR 9
‘I’ve just started at Roedean, and straight away I have worked out that it’s a great place to meet
‘Whether it be within the classrooms or out on the windswept hockey pitches, I am always
people from all over the world and enjoy school life.’
experiencing brilliant opportunities which
continue to excite and inspire me.’
ORLA, YEAR 7
MARIA, YEAR 9
‘I came from London, so Roedean has so much more space than my old school. I also love that the sea is so close, and I even go
‘Here at Roedean, it is always a bad hair day and that is a fact! But what is brilliant is that all the girls are really friendly and approachable if you need help, or just want to have a chat.’
sea-swimming twice a week!’
ROEDEAN FLO, YEAR 10 ‘Roedean is brimming with things that make me smile. I love working with
TILLY, YEAR 10 ‘I have particularly enjoyed taking part in school productions and plays. it has given me the opportunity to
become more confident
people who are passionate about learning – people with curious minds, open hearts and a love of the sea.’
and also to create new friendships throughout the school.’
GIRLS MWABA, YEAR 11 ‘As a boarder, I bond with so many different people
MERLA, YEAR 8 ‘My first year at Roedean was phenomenal and I have already learned a lot. All of the teachers are very kind and my lessons
– I have boarders and day girls as friends. I don’t worry about anything and I am very happy and busy. The
are interactive and enjoyable.’
House feels like home.’
SAY... PORTIA, YEAR 8
EVA, YEAR 11
‘My favourite thing about Roedean is that it empowers girls and gives them
‘I love the fact that all interactions between teachers and students are
opportunities that no other school can offer.’
always positive and helpful - it means I’m never afraid to ask if I need something.’