The Royal School, Haslemere
The Royal School, Haslemere | |
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Address | |
Farnham Lane , Surrey , GU27 1HQ England | |
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Type | Private day and boarding |
Religious affiliation(s) | Church of England |
Established | 1995 |
Department for Education URN | 125348 Tables |
Age | 4 to 18 |
Enrolment | 400+ |
Website | http://www.royal-school.org/ |
The Royal School, Haslemere is an independent day and boarding school established in 1995. The school is on two sites in Haslemere and Hindhead in Surrey, England. It has a foundation in Christianity. The Royal School was formerly a girls' only school. The school currently accepts students aged 4 to 18 years old.
History
The original Royal Naval School was founded in 1840 as The Royal Female School for the daughters of Naval and Marine Officers, one of the earliest academic girls' schools in England. The co-ancestor of The Royal School, The Grove School, was founded in the 1850s and was, equally, a pioneer in girls' education. From the outset, the founders' ambition was for the girls to become independent.
In 1815,
The Grove School
The history and legacy of The Grove School's inheritance is notable for its intellectual adventurousness, offering a comprehensive and thorough education from its inception. The school was founded by Mrs. Lacey, a staunch advocate for
In addition to providing lessons within its own establishment, The Grove School also organized extension classes at the University College of Nottingham, which was established in 1881. These classes were well attended by both teachers and pupils, showcasing the school's dedication to academic pursuits.
From the very beginning, The Grove School combined a strong commitment to charity work, particularly in aiding disadvantaged girls in London, with its academic ambitions. Notably, a number of the school's pupils were among the pioneering female students to attend prestigious universities such as Oxford and Cambridge. Miss Lacey, the second Headmistress who succeeded her mother, Mrs. Lacey, achieved a first-class degree in Modern History in the 1890s, highlighting the school's emphasis on academic excellence.
It is worth mentioning that recognition of academic achievements for women, particularly regarding degrees, was limited during the time period. It was not until the 1920s when Oxford formally decided to confer degrees on female students that individuals like Miss Lacey, who had already accomplished considerable academic success, received the recognition they deserved.
The Royal School
The two schools joined together in 1995. The pupils are accepted from six weeks (for daycare) and up to 18 years. There are elements of the uniform that have a historical connection – the girls' suit jackets are cut short in the naval style and the tippets are as used at the funeral of Queen Alexandra in 1925.
The founder schools were among the first to take the education of girls seriously.
References
External links
- The Royal School Haslemere
- Profile on MyDaughter
- Independent Schools Inspectorate Inspection Reports