Ditcham Park School
Petersfield, Hampshire, South East · GU31 5RN
Set in the Hampshire countryside near Petersfield, Ditcham Park is a small independent school of around 415 pupils, taking children from age 2 right through to GCSE at 16. Founded in 1976 and inspected by the ISI, it was rated good overall in its most recent inspection, with personal development singled out as excellent and compliance requirements fully met. The intimate scale and broad age range lend the school a settled, close-knit character. With 11+ entry available, it suits families looking for a nurturing day school where individual pupils are likely to be well known to staff.
415
Pupils
good
ISI
£21,291
Day fees / yr
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- Gender
- Mixed
- Type
- independent (fee-paying) school
- Age range
- 2-16
- Pupils
- 415
- Location
- Petersfield, Hampshire, South East
- Website
- www.ditchampark.com
- Telephone
- 01730 825659
Entrance & admissions
- Entry age
- 11
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Headteacher
Headmaster Mr Graham Spawforth
Latest results
Attainment 8
59.9
National average 46.9
GCSE grade 5+ (English & Maths)
77%
National average 47%
GCSE grade 9-7
36%
Teaching & academics
Results sit comfortably above national benchmarks: an Attainment 8 score of 59.9 against a national average of 46.9, and 77% of pupils securing grade 5 or above in English and Maths, far ahead of the 47% seen nationally. Around 36% of grades fall in the top 9-7 band. The curriculum is notably broad for a small school, spanning sciences, languages including Latin, Spanish and French, humanities and creative subjects such as Drama, Art and Design & Technology. With more than 30% of pupils on SEN support, the school appears to be one that accommodates a range of learning needs alongside strong overall outcomes.
Sixth form
Qualifications offered
Learning support & SEN
- SEN support
- 30.6%
- EHC plans
- 0.96%
Arts & extracurricular
Scholarships
Languages
Popular GCSE subjects
Sport
Main sports
Beyond the classroom
Sport is well established, with rugby, football, netball, hockey, cricket, athletics and cross-country all on offer. Scholarships in music, sport, art and drama, alongside academic awards, point to genuine breadth beyond the classroom.
Ethos & heritage
- Founded
- 1976
- Boarding
- No
Money matters
- Day fees (per year)
- £12,570 - £21,291
Some means-tested bursaries available
Inspection reports
- ISI rating
- good
- ISI personal development
- excellent
- Last inspected
- 20 March 2025
The last word
A small, all-through day school where attainment runs well above the national average and personal development is rated excellent. A strong fit for families wanting individual attention without sacrificing academic results.
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Ditcham Park School 11+: frequently asked questions
Where is Ditcham Park School located?
Ditcham Park School is located at Ditcham Park, Petersfield, GU31 5RN.
What type of school is Ditcham Park School?
Ditcham Park School is an independent (fee-paying) school in South East.
How many pupils attend Ditcham Park School?
Ditcham Park School has approximately 415 pupils on roll.
What is Ditcham Park School's inspection rating?
Ditcham Park School is inspected by the ISI and was judged "good" at its inspection on 20 March 2025.
Compiled from public data. Last checked June 2026.