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Mayfield is a leading independent day and boarding school providing an enriched, diverse and dynamic education for girls aged 11-18. Here, students are encouraged to chart ambitious courses, make bold decisions, and uncover their unique passions and capabilities.
Meeting the needs of the age
While academic excellence is fundamental to everything we do, what truly sets us apart is our commitment to intellectual, philosophical, and personal growth. Our girls are encouraged to embark on a Mayfield adventure that will shape their lives for years to come.
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Academic excellence with heart
Our rounded approach nurtures intellectual curiosity alongside emotional resilience, producing outstanding results while developing the whole person.
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Beyond the classroom
Our vibrant programme of 80+ extracurricular activities builds confidence, teamwork and leadership skills that prepare students for future success.
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Nurturing body, mind and spirit
Our Catholic ethos and Cornelian values encourage Mayfield girls to think deeply about their place in the world, developing strong moral frameworks while respecting diverse perspectives.
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The school feels like a joyful retreat, but there’s nothing sleepy about it. Confident in its identity, it mindfully gets on with educating girls to a high academic standard while nurturing compassion and empathy.
- Good Schools Guide
A supportive community
Our diverse community of students from more than 20 nationalities creates a rich environment where every girl is valued and supported.
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Flexible boarding options
Whether you need flexi or full boarding, we offer various options to suit your circumstances, with comfortable accommodation and dedicated House staff.
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The Mayfield girl
Our students leave with more than impressive academic results! They leave with a strong sense of self, a moral compass, and the confidence to navigate an ever-changing world.
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Exceptional qualities
of compassion and caring.
80% A*-B Grades at
A Level
Rated 'excellent' in our latest ISI Report
Girls get ‘hands on’ with emerging technologies
Our Ceramics Studio is among the best in Europe
Built on the principles of trust, respect and support for each member of the community
Winning more national titles than any other school
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Fenella Woolgar
Class of 1987
Fenella is an award-winning actor and artist. She trained at RADA and has worked across film, television, radio, and theatre. She starred in
Bright Young Things
and won
Sunday Times Stage Performance of the Year
for her portrayal of Margaret Thatcher in
Handbagged
. A regular on
BBC Radio 4
, she has also appeared on the BBC, ITV, and international networks. In 2019, she won
Sky Arts Celebrity Portrait Artist of the Year
.
Emily Craig
Class of 2011
Emily is an Olympic Champion, winning a gold medal in the Women’s Lightweight Double Sculls at the Paris 2024 Olympics alongside her rowing partner, Imogen Grant. We were thrilled to welcome Emily back to school to officially open our new Wellbeing Centre in September 2024.
Camilla Le May
Class of 1992
Camilla is an award-winning Sculptor, specialising in wildlife. Her work has been exhibited by established galleries since 2000 and bought by private collectors worldwide. She has won awards from the British Sporting Art Trust, the Society of Wildlife Artists and was recently shortlisted for the David Shepherd Wildlife Artist of the Year.
Giovanna Forte
Class of 1981
Giovanna is a Medtech entrepreneur who co-founded Forte Medical with her brother Dr Vincent Forte, retired NHS GP. Their ambition was to bring Vincent’s innovation Peezy Midstream to clinical settings the world over, transforming an overlooked but common routine diagnostic process whilst improving infection control, patient safety and introducing cost-savings. All of this whilst helping to fight the growing crisis of antimicrobial resistance (AMR).
Catherine Whitlock
Class of 1983
Catherine is a science writer specialising in medical research, science, and nature. After earning a PhD in Immunology, she moved from research to writing and has authored books including
Meet Your Bacteria
and
10 Women Who Changed Science and the World
. At Mayfield, she studied Maths, Biology, and Chemistry at A Level. She fondly remembers lifelong friendships and singing in
Schola
, a passion she continues today.
Harriet Minter
Class of 2000
Harriet is a journalist and broadcaster, specialising in female leadership. Harriet founded and edited the Guardian's Women in Leadership section, which focuses on women in the workplace, and now writes for them on Women in Tech. She is also a columnist for Psychologies magazine and hosts The Badass Women's Hour on TalkRadio. She has also written for publications including The Times, Huffington Post, and The Pool.
Chelsea Henshaw
Class of 2018
Chelsea is currently in her second year of foundation training with the NHS, working at King’s College London and based at the Princess Royal University Hospital. She is especially interested in Paediatrics after a NICU placement but is exploring other specialities. At Mayfield, she studied Biology, Chemistry, Maths, and Latin at A Level. As Head Girl, she mentored younger students, played sports, sang in
Schola Cantorum
, and served at Mass. She loved the variety of opportunities at Mayfield, with a highlight being her lead role in
Animal Farm
, which boosted her confidence in public speaking and performance.
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Mayfield School
Mayfield School
The Old Palace
Mayfield
East Sussex
TN20 6PH
Tel: 01435 874600
Email:
ENQUIRY@MAYFIELDGIRLS.ORG