Research shows that in girls’ schools, pupils feel empowered to study what they are passionate about, as illustrated by the enduring popularity of maths and science as A-level options here at Rye, compared to girls attending co-educational schools. Girls also develop the confidence and tenacity to challenge and debate within class, to seek different ways to problem-solve and to stretch themselves by exploring new avenues of thought. This intellectual freedom and academic curiosity is what we believe gives young women the edge when they embark on their next steps. Whether that involves leading a discussion in their university tutorial or pitching their ideas to a new employer.
Our girls possess a calm determination and strong sense of their own worth. We believe that it is refreshing to be able to focus not on the absence of boys, but on the energy, wit, creativity and kindness that a vibrant community of young women brings.
Girls on Board
We are proud to be a part of ‘Girls on Board’ – an approach which helps girls, their parents and their teachers to understand the complexities and dynamics of girl friendships. The language, methods and ideas empower girls to solve their own friendship problems and recognises that they are usually the only ones who can. By empowering girls to find their own solutions, parents need worry less, schools can focus more on the curriculum and the girls learn more effectively – because they are happier.
Why not visit us and meet some of our future young leaders for yourself?
“The school does a really good job of focusing on each person’s individual strengths.”
“Pupils at Rye are encouraged to be individuals and to develop their own talents with help from the people around them. We are not pressured to achieve, but instead motivated to aim high.”
