Is Mayfield School a boarding school or a day school?

Mayfield School is a day school (academy). No residential boarding is offered.

Does Mayfield School require an entrance exam?

No entrance exam is required at Mayfield School. Admission is based on academic records and a school reference.

What ages does Mayfield School accept?

Mayfield School welcomes students aged 4 to 16.

How many students attend Mayfield School?

Mayfield School has approximately 1,360 students.

Is Mayfield School accredited?

Mayfield School is accredited by BSA.

What languages are taught at Mayfield School?

Mayfield School offers instruction in English.

Is Mayfield School recommended for expat families?

Sport ["Catholic values","Independent thinking and learning","Creativity across all subjects","Pastoral care and emotional support","Cosmopolitan community","Girls from around the world"] Mayfield School is consistently recommended by international and expat families.

What was Mayfield School's ISI inspection result?

Mayfield School was inspected by the Independent Schools Inspectorate (ISI) and met every Standard. ISI is the government-approved body for inspecting independent schools in England.

Mayfield School — International School in Portsmouth

Q: What is the inspection rating of Mayfield School?

Mayfield School received a rating of "Standards Met" from ISI. The inspection found that Mayfield School meets all standards in the Education (Independent School Standards) Regulations 2014 and the National Minimum Standards for Boarding Schools 2022, with no further action required.

Mayfield School is an international school in Portsmouth, United Kingdom. Founded in 2024. It serves 1,360 students for students aged 4–16.

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Location & getting here

Nearest airports

Framed for international families — drive times are from the school, not the city centre.

Airport	Distance	Drive from school	International note
Edinburgh	158 km	~215 min	EDI — Scottish gateway
Manchester	237 km	~318 min	MAN — Northern gateway; global connections
Birmingham	328 km	~436 min	BHX — Midlands gateway

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Est. 2024

Year Founded

1,360

Students Enrolled

Boarding Available

Key Details

Accreditations

BSA

Languages of Instruction

English

Scholarships Available

Types Available

✓Academic Scholarships at Sixth Form (16+) entry

✓Performing Arts Scholarships including music, drama and dance

✓Sports Scholarships including riding and equestrian

✓Art and Ceramics Scholarships

✓Jubilee Scholarship for Catholic pupils

Bursaries (means-tested): Means-tested bursaries available to ensure a Mayfield education is accessible, with transparent application process considering each family's circumstances.

💡 Scholarship amounts and bursary likelihood analysis are in the Full Deep Report.

Merit-based Scholarships

Academic Performance

Standards Met

ISI

ISI Inspection Report

The inspection found that Mayfield School meets all standards in the Education (Independent School Standards) Regulations 2014 and the National Minimum Standards for Boarding Schools 2022, with no further action required.

ISI Standards

Met

View Full ISI Report (2023-03-15)

Key facts

Founded

2024

Ages

4–16 (Co-ed)

Pupils on roll

1,360

Inspectorate

ISI

About

Mayfield is a leading Catholic independent boarding and day school for girls aged 11 to 18, set in the beautiful Sussex countryside. The school emphasizes building confidence, independent thinking, and creativity, with girls expected to develop as women of faith and reason. With a cosmopolitan community that attracts girls from around the world, Mayfield fosters understanding of different cultures and values diversity.

School data verified by NanaSays. Last updated: April 2026.

What Makes This School Different

Apex Cricket Festival (with world-class

Emeriti Catholic Schools Cricket Tournam

Extended Project Qualification (EPQ)

Sports Leadership Award

Certificate in Culinary Skills

Farming and Land Management

Oxbridge Coordination programme

Primary Schools Cricket Tournament

Primary Schools Football Tournament

Clubs & Activities

ArtAthleticsBadmintonBalletCeramicsCreative writingCricketDanceDebatingDrama+17 more

Expeditions include: Cricket tours to Dubai (twice), Cricket tour to Barbados (planned for Easter 2027), Women's FA Cup Final trip to Wembley (annual), Women's T20 World Cup Final trip to Lord's (July)

Academic Results

University Destinations

University of OxfordUniversity of CambridgeImperial College LondonUniversity of BristolUniversity of BathUniversity of ManchesterNew York University

Admissions

Entry point	Assessment	Assessment date	Registration deadline
Year 7 (age 11)	Not specified in available content	—	—
Sixth Form (16+, age 16)	Based on predicted GCSE grades and personal interview	15 November 2025	—

How to apply

Register for open day or experience day
Attend taster sessions and school tour
Submit application with predicted GCSE grades (Sixth Form) or school report (Year 7)
Personal interview

What you'll need to submit

Online registration form
Predicted GCSE grades (Sixth Form only)
School reference

Open events

Year 5-7 Workshops: Friday 6 June 2026, 10:00–12:00
Sixth Form Open Afternoon: Friday 12 June 2026
Experience Mayfield Day: Tuesday 23 June 2026 (for Year 5 considering Year 7 or Year 9 entry)
Open Morning: Friday 26 June 2026, 09:45–12:30
One-to-one tours by appointment year-round

Scholarships: Academic, creative arts, performing arts, and sports scholarships; Sixth Form entry and scholarship assessments 15 November 2025

Admissions contact: Shirley Coppard, Director of Admissions, [email protected]

Year 7 assessment dates and registration deadlines not specified; Sixth Form assessments confirmed for 15 November 2025.

Why Families Choose

Catholic values
Independent thinking and learning
Creativity across all subjects
Pastoral care and emotional support
Cosmopolitan community
Girls from around the world

Student Demographics

School Type

co-ed

Age Range

4 – 16

Student Body

Boarding capacity175

School Background

Governance & Ownership

Independent

Religious Affiliation

Does not apply

Sports Programme

teams across 6 sports

Signature Sports

CricketHockeyNetballTennisAthletics

Teams by Sport

Netball

teams

Hockey

teams

Cricket

teams

Swimming

teams

Football

teams

Tennis

teams

Also Offered

AthleticsCross CountryRowingDanceEquestrianFencingZumbaBadmintonPersonal TrainingLifeguardingBalletWater Polo

Recent Highlights

NationalCricketer's Top 20 All-Girls Schools for sixth consecutive year2025

NationalSki Team podium finishes British Schoolgirls' Races2026

InternationalEmeriti Catholic Schools Cricket Tournament runner-up

Notable Coaches

Mr Jordan Walser

Head of Football

Designs academy-standard training programmes

Miss Sophie Auer

Head of Netball

Experienced player, coach, and umpire

Facilities

AstroTurf pitch6 netball courts8 tennis courtsModern dance studioIndoor heated 25m swimming pool with diving blocksFitness roomGymnasiumPurpose-built Equestrian Centre

Frequently Asked Questions

Contact the admissions office at Mayfield School directly for current fee information.

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