All-ThroughCo-educationalOfsted · Good

RGS Dodderhill

· WR9 0BE

AAB+ A-level

9–7 GCSE

45%

Day fees

£13k

Inspection

Good

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RGS Dodderhill is a small, independent all-through coeducational day school serving pupils from age 3 through sixth form in Worcestershire. The school maintains a traditional independent ethos with an emphasis on pastoral care and broad education across its tight-knit community of 183 pupils. As an unstarted Ofsted institution, it prioritizes stability, character development, and individualized attention typical of rural Midlands prep and senior schools.

  • Small school size enabling strong pastoral relationships and individualized attention
  • All-through provision from nursery to sixth form reducing transition disruption
  • Rural Worcestershire location offering safe, community-focused environment

Who thrives here

Independent-minded families seeking a traditional, unhurried approach; pupils who thrive in smaller cohorts with strong pastoral oversight; those valuing breadth of experience over academic pressure.

Strengths at a glance

Exam results50th pctSports30th pctCo-curricularno dataValue vs peers50th pctPastoral & wellbeingno data

Percentiles within UK independent + grammar schools we track.

At a glance

School typeAll-Through · Day
Number of pupils183
Age range3–18
GenderCo-educational
Day fees£12.6k/yr
Settingrural
LocationLocated in rural Worcestershire (WR9 postcode, Dodderhill); well-positioned for commuters from Worcester, Kidderminster, and surrounding villages via A38.

Contact & visit

Dodderhill Road, Droitwich Spa, Worcestershire

WR9 0BE

01905778290
Mr Thomas Banyard, Head

Nearest stations

Droitwich Spa8 min
Worcester20 min

Frequently asked questions

What are the fees at RGS Dodderhill?

Day fees at RGS Dodderhill are approximately £12,600 per year (2024/25).

How do you get into RGS Dodderhill?

RGS Dodderhill 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 RGS Dodderhill's exam results?

At RGS Dodderhill, 45% of GCSEs were grade 7/A or above. Full results are in the Results section above.

Is RGS Dodderhill a boarding school?

RGS Dodderhill is a day school in England and does not offer boarding.

What is RGS Dodderhill's latest inspection rating?

Ofsted rated RGS Dodderhill “Good” (2021).

What parents say

Frequently praised

Close-knit community and strong pastoral relationships

All-through provision reducing school transitions

Safe, rural setting with outdoor space

Common concerns

!Limited specialist facilities compared to larger independent schools

!Lack of Ofsted track record may concern some parents