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Private school St. Teresa's School
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Location
Effingham Village, Surrey
Year of foundation
1928
Programs
GCSE, A-level
Age
11—18 years old
Accomodation
Residence
St Teresa’s School, a boarding school for girls, was founded in 1928, and the school building was built in 1799. St Teresa's School is located near the village of Effingham, in a beautiful hilly area in Surrey, which has always been considered a popular place to stay with British celebrities and nobles. By train, you can get from central London in just 30 minutes.
The school is located on 22 hectares of land, and its location received the official status of "Area of extraordinary natural beauty." The school is located outside the city, and girls can study in a safe and relaxed atmosphere.
Teachers give individual attention to each student, help develop their strengths. This allows girls to achieve the highest levels of learning and at the same time develop culturally and spiritually.
420 students’ study in school, 15% of them are from other countries.
Arguments in favour of a separate training for girls are as follows:
- Girls develop physically and emotionally somewhat faster than boys and they do not have to adapt to the "lagging" classmates.
- Girls, as a rule, are more self-organized and have better discipline, girls' teams are better organized and focused on learning.
- “Amorous affairs” do not distract from study.
- Girls grow up independent and do not expect someone to do “non-female work” for them.
The competitive environment attracts little and sometimes depresses girls, who value support and teamwork much more.
DIRECTOR (stand 2026)
Claire McShane, education - Oxford University, bachelor's degree in medieval literature; Cambridge University, MA in Medieval and Renaissance Literature.
FAMOUS SCHOOL GRADUATES
- Lynn Reid Banks, writer
- Lara Goodison (film "Promoters")
- Ranhini Haridas, model
- Fay Muskler, restaurant critic
- Jennifer Michelmore, actress (TV series “Purely English Killing”)
- Susan Lankester, actress
- Vin Knowles, journalist
- Natalie Cole, singer
KEY FACTORS
- Excellent care and attention to each student creates ideal conditions for the development of girls and gaining self-confidence.
- The school seeks not only to achieve high academic results from girls, but to discover and develop hidden talents.
- High academic performance: 75% of students receive the best grades in the A-level exam.
- Pupils enter the most prestigious universities and colleges, including Oxbridge and the Russell Group universities.
- The proximity to London allows you not to feel isolated: girls regularly attend London concerts, performances and galleries, developing their horizons.
- Huge opportunities for extracurricular activities and leisure activities.
- The ability to professionally engage in tennis.
EQUIPMENT
In 2013-2014, the school updated the equipment and now boasts excellent conditions for learning. The school has a 25-meter pool, an aerobics room, all-weather fields for practicing various sports, a huge sports centre with the most modern fitness equipment. And also: a theatre with 750 seats with professional light and sound, an art centre, a music department and a recording studio. The school has its own tennis academy. For horse riding, excellent conditions have been created: special paths, corrals and fences.
PROGRAM
GCSE
The program for obtaining a certificate of general secondary education. Required to study 7 subjects and 4 subjects of choice.
What is the difference between IGCSE and GCSE programmes?
A-level
A two-year university preparatory program. Pupils choose 4 or 5 subjects. Each subject is studied 5 hours a week. The school has a special department "English as a foreign language", where students can attend additional language classes. Classes are held according to the program of the University of Cambridge and consist of 5 steps. The training program allows you to quickly improve knowledge and communication skills, as well as effectively prepare for the IELTS exam, which is required for admission to a British university.
Find out more about A-level program
ACCOMMODATION
Accommodation at the residence. Younger schoolgirls live in 3-4 local rooms, girls from 16 years old live in single rooms, or can share a room with a close friend.
SPORT
The school encourages active sports. The choice of sports is large and each student can choose something to their liking: netball, hockey, athletics, swimming, golf, rock climbing, soccer, fencing, basketball, gymnastics, cricket, rugby. The school has various sports clubs where you can practice yoga, dancing, Pilates, try yourself in the art of cheerleading (a sport that combines elements of shows and spectacular sports: dancing, gymnastics, acrobatics).
The school has its own Tennis Academy, created in order to help students achieve significant success in tennis and to reach a serious professional level of the game. The teachers of the academy are professional players and coaches. Experienced tutors will teach girls game skills, techniques, and strategies. The program is designed for 12 months, classes take place 3-4 times a week. Tournaments for children and adults take place on weekends.
ADDITIONAL ACTIVITIES
Art, music and theatre have always been St. Peter’s strong point. Teresa’s School. Many graduates of the school continue their studies at creative universities. Girls enjoy participating in musical and theatrical productions. Friends and family members are invited to performances.
The acoustic capabilities of the theatre make it an excellent platform for musical performances. The music department is rightfully considered one of the strongest in the country. Girls can learn to play any musical instrument: from harp to African drums. Pupils have the opportunity to sing in the school choir, which regularly performs at professional venues in the UK and beyond.
The school has a lot of different interest clubs. Every girl will find something to do: ceramics, knitting, gardening, astronomy, African drums, web design, a debate club, playing the guitar, oratory, first aid courses, nanny courses, music theory, a club of historians, a language club and much more.
On weekends, the school organizes exciting trips for girls, allowing you to better know England. This can be a trip to famous attractions, as well as a game of paintball, a visit to the London Zoo, an amusement park, trips to the West End theatres or shopping.
COST, 2026-2027
£15,285 - £15,795 per term (depending on age).
There are 3 semesters in the school year.
Included in cost
- Teaching
- Accommodation and meals
Extra paid
- Registration fee - £90
- Deposit - £15,285
- Flights
- Transfers to / from the airport
- Visa
- Services of the company "Paradise"
- Guardianship (as required by British law)
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