Brighton Girls

We've had a fantastic Culture Day! 🎉

The day began with a whole-school assembly, where Prep and Senior students proudly shared their cultural heritage. At lunchtime, we were delighted to welcome parents into school to share traditions, dances, cuisines and national dress from around the world. We also enjoyed a special school lunch celebrating different cuisines from around the world.

Thank you to everyone who contributed to making the day such a memorable and special celebration of our community. 🙌

Outstanding achievement in Mathematics! Following their success in the Junior Mathematics Challenge, four Year 8 students were selected to take part in the UKMT Junior Kangaroo Challenge, a competition that challenges students to solve complex, multi-stage problems beyond the UK curriculum.

Congratulations to all four students for qualifying and taking on this exciting challenge. Special congratulations go to Joy, who achieved a Silver Award, placing her in the top 20% of participants nationally.

A fantastic achievement that demonstrates curiosity, resilience and exceptional mathematical thinking.

Did you know that the creator of the beloved Wombles, Elisabeth Beresford, was a Brighton Girls alumna?

A member of the Class of 1944, Elisabeth went on to create one of Britain's most iconic children's franchises, inspiring generation with the adventures of the Wombles.

The Beresford Hall at Brighton Girls is named in her honour, recognising the lasting impact of one of our most distinguished alumnae.

The full article can be accessed here - https://www.theguardian.com/tv-and-radio/2026/jun/16/wombles-return-after-ip-deal-opens-door-comeback?CMP=Share_iOSApp_Other

Fully booked!

We're delighted that our upcoming Discovery Day is now fully booked. If you missed out, don't worry, our next Year 7 taster event, Brighton Girls Rock, will take place on the 25th September.

Open to all students considering entry into Year 7 2027 or 2028, it's a fantastic opportunity to experience life at Brighton Girls!

Please follow the link to book - https://brightongirlsgdst.applicaa.com/enquiry_events/019eb18d-f36b-7f61-bf66-de5b80e06d81

What does it mean to educate girls in 2026?

In a recent interview with The Argus, our Head, Mel Shead, and Head of Prep, Sarah Griffiths, shared their perspectives on the opportunities and challenges facing young people today, and the vital role schools play in helping girls develop confidence, resilience and a strong sense of self.

At Brighton Girls, we believe girls thrive when they are encouraged to be kind, bold and unapologetically themselves. From our youngest learners in Prep through to Senior school, we create an environment where every student feels seen, heard and empowered to pursue her ambitions without being limited by stereotypes or expectations.

As a founding school of the Girls’ Day School Trust, we are proud to continue championing an education that equips girls not only for academic success, but for life beyond the classroom.

Read the full article here - https://www.theargus.co.uk/news/26125166.meet-sarah-griffiths-mel-shead-brighton-girls-gdst/

Bubbles, laughter and plenty of fun on the lawns! 🫧✨

One of the highlights of Wellbeing Week was a visit from Bubble Man, who brought giant bubbles, interactive demonstrations and lots of smiles to Brighton Girls. 😃

Join us for our Summer Garden Party! 🎉

One of our favourite community events of the year is back! Join us for an afternoon of food, entertainment and family fun, with something for everyone to enjoy.

Expect live music from our students, a BBQ, hot and cold food, Pimm’s bar, Brighton Gin cocktails, ice cream, candy floss, PTFA and student stalls, plus local artisan makers and artists.

Families with younger children can also enjoy our Mini Family Festival from 11am-12pm, designed for children aged 0-5 (siblings welcome). With Baby Ballet, outdoor games from Super Camps, bubbles, messy play, moon dough and plenty more, it’s the perfect way to kick-start the day.

Bring your friends, bring your family and join us for what promises to be a fantastic day. ☀️

🗓️ Saturday 27th June
🕟️ 11am-2pm
🔗 Book here - https://gdstprod.smartmembership.net/events/events/?id=f22bbabf-6d53-f111-bec6-6045bd13d046

Year 9 and 10 have enjoyed an unforgettable Wellbeing Week in Andalusia 🇪🇸 From exploring Jaén, Málaga and Granada to immersing themselves in Spanish language and culture, students embraced every opportunity with enthusiasm and curiosity.

A special thank you to Language Combinations, whose fantastic programme of activities helped bring the experience to life and gave students the confidence to use their Spanish in authentic settings.

Merci! 🇫🇷

A huge well done to all of the students who took part in our French Wellbeing Week trip. They embraced every opportunity, spoke French with confidence, took risks and were fantastic ambassadors for Brighton Girls throughout the visit.

From our warm welcome at Collège Albert Camus to the many activities packed into the week, the girls demonstrated exactly what it means to be kind, bold and resilient.

We hope they return home with wonderful memories, increased confidence in their French and friendships that continue long after the trip has ended.

Congratulations to Brighton Girls alumna Samantha Lewis on the publication of her new children’s STEAM book, Forces of the Day 📚

Designed for readers aged 7+, the book explores the hidden forces that shape our everyday lives through fascinating facts, surprising questions and hands-on science.

Congratulations, Samantha! 💛