Burgess Hill Girls
BHGSecular, Founded 1906
Updated July 2026
National Curriculum (England)
Cambridge A-LevelLanguages
EnglishBurgess Hill Girls is an independent school in West Sussex providing a transformative education for girls aged 2 and a half to 18 years. It is a high-achieving, non-selective school that emphasizes the development of the whole person through a holistic approach.
Term structure
Teaching approach
Guided by the motto ‘I am, I can, I should, I will’, the school focuses on a holistic education that values both academic achievement and soft skills. It aims to unlock individual potential in a high-achieving, supportive environment, fostering confidence and independence without a 'glass ceiling'. The school emphasizes that success is defined by personal growth, happiness, and the development of well-rounded individuals.
Programmes
The school provides a continuous educational pathway from Nursery through to Sixth Form. The curriculum is designed to be academic and enriching, with specific programmes such as the BOLD programme in the Sixth Form and the EPQ/HPQ for older students. Subjects offered include sciences, humanities, creative arts, and languages, supported by a dedicated teaching staff.
Outcomes
The school achieves high academic results, with 80% of A Level entries graded A-B and 57% at A/A in recent years. Students frequently participate in national academic competitions, such as the Cambridge Biology Challenge, where they have achieved distinctions. The school aims to produce confident, independent young women who are prepared for future success.
Student support
Learning support
The school provides academic, technical, creative, and emotional support to ensure each student thrives. Individual educational needs support is available, and the school maintains a focus on mental health and wellbeing, with pastoral staff dedicated to guiding and comforting students.
Frequently asked questions(6)
- What curriculum does Burgess Hill Girls offer?
- Burgess Hill Girls offers National Curriculum (England) and Cambridge A-Level.
- How much is tuition at Burgess Hill Girls?
- Annual tuition at Burgess Hill Girls is £9.5K–£57.1K. Fees vary by year group — confirm the current schedule with the school.
- What ages does Burgess Hill Girls teach?
- Burgess Hill Girls enrolls students aged 2 to 18.
- Is Burgess Hill Girls a day or boarding school?
- Burgess Hill Girls is a day and boarding school.
- Is Burgess Hill Girls co-educational?
- Burgess Hill Girls is a girls school.
- Where is Burgess Hill Girls located?
- Burgess Hill Girls is an international school in Brighton, United Kingdom.
Tuition & fees
Annual tuition by grade
2026/2027| Grade | Ages | Annual |
|---|---|---|
| Reception (without Early Years Funding) | 4–5 | £12.7K |
| Reception (with Early Years Funding) | 4–5 | £9.5K |
| Year 1 | 5–6 | £12.8K |
| Year 2 | 6–7 | £12.8K |
| Year 3 | 7–8 | £17.9K |
| Year 4 | 8–9 | £19.6K |
| Year 5 | 9–10 | £20.7K |
| Year 6 | 10–11 | £21.3K |
| Year 7 (Day) | 11–12 | £22.3K |
| Year 7 (Full Boarding) | 11–12 | £48.4K |
| Year 7 (Weekly Boarding) | 11–12 | £39.3K |
| Year 8 (Day) | 12–13 | £24.1K |
| Year 8 (Full Boarding) | 12–13 | £50.1K |
| Year 8 (Weekly Boarding) | 12–13 | £41K |
| Year 9 (Day) | 13–14 | £28.1K |
| Year 9 (Full Boarding) | 13–14 | £54.1K |
| Year 9 (Weekly Boarding) | 13–14 | £45K |
| Year 10 (Day) | 14–15 | £30K |
| Year 10 (Full Boarding) | 14–15 | £56.1K |
| Year 10 (Weekly Boarding) | 14–15 | £47K |
| Year 11 (Day) | 15–16 | £30.3K |
| Year 11 (Full Boarding) | 15–16 | £56.3K |
| Year 11 (Weekly Boarding) | 15–16 | £47.2K |
| Year 12 (Day) | 16–17 | £31K |
| Year 12 (Full Boarding) | 16–17 | £57.1K |
| Year 12 (Weekly Boarding) | 16–17 | £47.9K |
| Year 13 (Day) | 17–18 | £31K |
| Year 13 (Full Boarding) | 17–18 | £57.1K |
| Year 13 (Weekly Boarding) | 17–18 | £47.9K |
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Other fees(6)
| Registration fee· Main school registration fee (inclusive of VAT) | £180 |
|---|---|
| Registration fee· Nursery registration fee (inclusive of VAT) | £90 |
| Boardingnight· Casual boarding per night (inclusive of 20% VAT) | £84 |
| Boardingnight· Extra weekly boarding per night (inclusive of 20% VAT) | £110 |
| Meals· Lunch is included in the tuition fees | — |
| Materials· Scientific and art materials and loan of textbooks included up until Year 11 | — |
Discounts
- Sibling discount: 5%
- Sibling discount: 10%
- Sibling discount: 15%
Admissions
The school welcomes applications at any time, with a main intake at the start of the academic year. Entry processes vary by stage, ranging from informal assessments for Pre-Prep and Prep pupils to formal entrance examinations for the Senior School. Prospective families are encouraged to book a private tour or attend an open event, and registered pupils may participate in a taster day.
Calendar
The school operates on a three-term structure (Autumn, Spring, and Summer). The academic year includes scheduled half-term breaks, bank holidays, and specific return dates for boarders, with boarding houses closing during half-term and end-of-term periods. Detailed term dates, including staff inset days and compulsory or optional weekends out for boarders, are published annually.
Facilities
About the campus
Located on a 14-acre campus in a conservation area, the school includes a Nursery, Pre-Prep and Prep school, Senior school, Sixth Form, and boarding houses. Sports facilities include a gymnasium, floodlit tennis and netball courts, and an indoor football pitch. The campus also features the Croft II Hall for performances and events, the Oaks Hall for smaller activities, and various teaching spaces.
Co-curriculars
The school offers a wide variety of lunchtime and after-school clubs, including music ensembles like the orchestra. Students participate in diverse activities such as sailing, athletics, and drama, with opportunities for devised performances and verbatim theatre. The school also hosts the BOLD programme for Sixth Form students.
Mrs Heather CavanaghHeadHeather Cavanagh was appointed Interim Head of the whole school in the summer of 2024, having previously led the Prep school to an 'Excellent' inspection grading. She is an active outdoor education practitioner and Mountain Leader who is currently undertaking a Master’s Degree in Educational Leadership.
- Mrs Claire MonahanAssistant Head, Academic
Claire Monahan joined the leadership team in the summer of 2025, bringing experience from previous roles at Steyning Grammar School and Tunbridge Wells Grammar School for Boys where she led on Teaching and Learning and Science. She holds an undergraduate master’s degree in Biochemistry from the University of Oxford.
Miss Nikki DonsonAssistant Head, Pastoral and BoardingNikki Donson joined the school in 2016 and has vast experience in pastoral roles within both the maintained and independent sectors. She is a music specialist who is passionate about mental health and wellbeing.
- Mr Iain Regan-SmithAssistant Head, Head of Sixth Form
Iain Regan-Smith joined Burgess Hill Girls as Head of Sixth Form in 2022. He previously served as Head of RE and Philosophy at Merchant Taylors’ School for seven years and holds a degree in Philosophy.
- Mrs Sue CollinsAssistant Head, Prep
Sue Collins has been with the Pre-Prep and Prep School since 1997, progressing through various roles including class teacher and subject coordinator before becoming Assistant Head of Pre-Prep and Prep in 2015. She is responsible for mentoring student teachers and early career teachers.
- Mrs Suzanne RobertsNursery Manager
Suzanne Roberts joined the nursery in 2016 and has a passion for Early Years Education. In 2024, she took on the additional responsibility of Whole School Designated Safeguarding Lead.