Nothing quite matches a visit in person to our School. The resources below will give you a bit more information and we hope to see you at the School very soon for a visit.
Why Ryde?
Academic Choice: IBDP, IBCP & A-Level Pathways
We offer three distinct and equally valued Sixth Form pathways, allowing you to place students perfectly according to their academic strengths and university aspirations:
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The IB Diploma (IBDP): For the all-rounder seeking a broad, internationally-recognised curriculum. We consistently achieve an average score above the global average. In 2025 we achieved 35 points.
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The IB Career-related Programme (IBCP): An innovative blend of academic IB courses and a career-related BTEC qualification. Ideal for the student with a clear vocational passion.
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A-Levels: The traditional, in-depth pathway, allowing students to specialise. Our 'A-Level Plus' programme enriches this with an EPQ or an additional AS-level qualification.
A Unique & Safe Island Location
Our location on the Isle of Wight is a wonderful asset and we make the best of all it offers. We offer students:
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Safety & Security: A beautiful, secure, and nurturing community environment, providing peace of mind for parents.
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An Inspiring Environment: A stunning coastal setting that forms a natural campus, encouraging outdoor learning and a healthy work-life balance.
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World-Class Sailing: We are one of the UK's top sailing schools, with the Solent as our training ground. This is a key curriculum and co-curricular feature for beginners through to our performance pathway.
A Thriving, 'Home-from-Home' Boarding Community
Our boarding is not an add-on; it is the heart of our community.
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Purpose Built Boarding House: Our Centenary House is only four years old and offers seaviews, en-suites; it really is market leading boarding!
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True Integration: Our boarders (from 13+ nationalities including 30% British) are fully integrated with our UK day pupils, creating a vibrant, truly British school experience.
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No Exeat Weekends: We remain open every term-time weekend and offer half-term stay options for the one week half terms, providing stability and convenience for international families.
Simple, Supported Travel & Logistics
We are an island, but we are not remote.
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2 Hours to London: Just 90 minutes by train from London Waterloo to Portsmouth, followed by a simple 10-25 minute hovercraft or FastCat ride. The school is minutes from their arrival docks.
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Airport Access: Easily accessible from London Heathrow (LHR) and London Gatwick (LGW) (approx. 90 mins by car to the ferry) and even closer to Southampton Airport (SOU).
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Escorted Travel: The school organises travel and airport transfers for the beginning and end of each term with our partner transport companies and this is included in the fees.
Have a look around our boarding houses where you will see our high quality, beautiful facilities.
Millfield House for students aged 11 to 15 (Years 7 to 10)
Centenary House for students aged 16 to 18 (Years 11 to 13)
ISI Inspection Results
We are delighted to announce that Ryde School successfully met all statutory requirements as part of the ISI Inspection published in December 2025.
Of particular interest to you for placing your pupils with us in our boarding community are:
- happy in a well organised boarding community
- are well supported and thrive academically
- settle quickly with a thorough induction programme
- enjoy an interesting range of evening and weekend activities
- are in a community where friendships thrive.
Highlights from the report can be read below or the full ISI report here.
Useful documents for download
- International Information Booklet
- Ryde Senior School
- Sixth Form at Ryde (individual subject details are in the subject choices button below)
- Scholarships and Bursaries Booklet 2026 Entry
