Ditcham Park School
Petersfield, Hampshire · GU31 5RN
Ditcham Park is a well-established independent day school serving ages 2½–16 on the South Downs near Petersfield, Hampshire, with a distinctive emphasis on outdoor education, tennis, and cycling. Set in 'an area of outstanding natural beauty' with views across the Solent, the school blends traditional academic values with contemporary STEAM and environmental learning. The school operates three divisions—Dragonflies Nursery, Juniors (Reception–Year 6), and Seniors (Year 7–11)—each with tailored pastoral and curricular provision.
- →Tennis Academy with specialist coaching embedded in the curriculum
- →Outstanding natural location fostering outdoor education and wellbeing
- →All-through provision from age 2½, minimising transition disruption
- →STEAM and innovation focus with purpose-built facilities (David Holmes Building)
- →Strong cycling programme integrated into school life
Who thrives here
Families seeking a nurturing, holistic day school emphasising both academic rigour and outdoor/sporting pursuits; pupils who thrive in a smaller, more personalised environment with emphasis on environmental values and co-curricular breadth.
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Ditcham Park
Petersfield, Hampshire
GU31 5RN
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Recent investment
Frequently asked questions
What are the fees at Ditcham Park School?
Day fees at Ditcham Park School are approximately £13,194 per year (2026/27).
How do you get into Ditcham Park School?
Ditcham Park School admits pupils at 3+, 4+, 7+, 8+, 11+, 13+, 16+. Entry is assessed by Interview, Assessment. See the Admissions section above for open days and key dates.
What are Ditcham Park School's exam results?
At Ditcham Park School, 35.7% of GCSEs were grade 7/A or above. Full results are in the Results section above.
Is Ditcham Park School a boarding school?
Ditcham Park School is a day school in Petersfield and does not offer boarding.
What is Ditcham Park School's latest inspection rating?
ISI rated Ditcham Park School “Excellent” (2020).
What parents say
Frequently praised
✓Nurturing, inclusive pastoral culture with strong emphasis on individual wellbeing
✓Distinctive outdoor and environmental ethos fostering resilience and love of nature
✓Tennis Academy offering genuine specialist coaching and competitive opportunity
✓All-through provision reducing transition anxiety
✓Staff approachability and genuine engagement with families
✓Creative and practical curriculum balance (STEAM, D&T, Art)
Common concerns
!Not yet Ofsted inspected—no independent external validation of quality (as of knowledge cutoff)
!Limited sixth-form data and university destination information publicly available
!Day-only model may limit boarding option if circumstances change
!Smaller school size may mean narrower academic stretch or competition for scholarships