King Edward's Witley

United by diversity since 1553

Head's Welcome

Our unique heritage and place among British co-educational independent schools means that we can provide the best preparation for adult life to a wider range of young people than almost any other institution.

King Edward’s creates a foundation for life both here and now and for the future. Our timeless education reaches far beyond the exciting and challenging academic curriculum and the broad range of opportunities in all areas of school life – sporting, artistic, social and cultural. We aim to inspire a love of independent learning, a wealth of lasting friendships, Christian values and hopeful vision.

Come and see what makes King Edward’s such an extraordinary, distinctive, forward-thinking and global minded community. It is a wonderful place to be.

I look forward to welcoming you.

Joanna Wright BA (Head)

A better choice - what do parents and children want from a school?

Traditional values, beautiful surroundings, excellent facilities and wide-ranging academic, cultural and sporting opportunities are all important. But what matters most is the quality of relationships which exist in a happy, secure and caring community, where staff are dedicated to bringing out the very best in those for whom they are responsible, whatever their background or ability.

In other words, an education that gives pupils the academic qualifications to enable choice later in life, together with a set of skills, attributes and interests that will sustain them in the future.

King Edward’s history and long experience of co-education reflects what parents and pupils seek. Founded in 1553, the School has a unique place in the story of British education. Christian vision, a Tudor palace and a boy King (Edward VI) each feature in the creation of our distinctive school.

Our way of life - care and friendliness permeate our day to day life on campus.

Visitors often comment on the happy, relaxed yet purposeful and supportive atmosphere at King Edward’s. Boys and girls, some of whom are brothers and sisters, mix naturally whatever their social or cultural backgrounds. Any well-ordered community needs basic rules and leaders. We therefore try to develop leadership at all levels and an understanding of responsibility in every aspect of school life. In senior years, pupils are encouraged to take on roles within the school community to develop a sense of service to others.

New Developments

The School is seeing great investments in its campus with a new welcome hub, café and library as well as an Upper Sixth Form House boasting en-suite accommodation for boarders, together with communal spaces to relax and learn together, kitchens, private gardens and courtyards. A stepping stone to university.

Our Location

Set in glorious Surrey Hills, an area of outstanding natural beauty, access to the School could not be easier.

Whether you fly, drive or come by train your journey will be straightforward with excellent links to London, Heathrow and Gatwick Airports and the South Coast - all less than one hour away. The School has its own train station and five minibus services from Cobham, Shamley Green, Guildford, Farnham and Haslemere.

For general enquiries please contact:
Email: info@kesw.org
Tel: +44 (0)1428 686700

For admissions enquiries please contact:
Email: admissions@kesw.org
Tel: +44 (0)1428 686735

Open events run throughout the year. To book please follow this link.

King Edward's Witley
Godalming
Surrey
GU8 5SG
United Kingdom

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