Independently researched by doris. Not yet claimed by the school
Tip
Compiled by doris from the school’s website and other public sources. We aim for accuracy and welcome corrections — email support@doris.school. Schools can claim this profile to manage it directly.
Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Community and Service
Stages Secondary School, Sixth Form
Introduction
RGS Surrey Hills, formerly Box Hill School, is a day and boarding co-educational UK school that joined the Reigate Grammar School Group in 2025. Set on about 26 acres, the campus features Dalewood House (1883) and a new £5 million Sports Centre with indoor nets, courts, a 5-a-side pitch, nets and a rooftop court, plus outdoor facilities, a swimming pool, IT-enabled classrooms and specialist studios for dance, drama and art. The Sixth Form Centre offers A Levels (including a BTEC) and the IB Diploma, with small classes, personalised support and a dedicated careers space. The curriculum is designed to treat each pupil as an individual, with two-week cycle learning and an International Study Centre running EAL programmes. Distinctive features include Round Square with service projects and exchanges, Writers Collective, and Duke of Edinburgh Award expeditions, complemented by Year 7–9 outdoor adventures and a strong emphasis on leadership and global citizenship.
Old London Rd, Mickleham, Dorking RH5 6EA, United Kingdom
Gallery
The school has not added photos
Vibes and Culture
The school has not added this information
The Essentials
RGS Surrey Hills has 425 pupils, instruction in English.
Location
The school is located at Old London Road, Mickleham, Dorking, Surrey RH5 6EA. The campus sits on 26 acres of countryside in the Surrey Hills near Box Hill. Minibus routes with live tracking connect families to local towns and stations.
Stages
The school teaches ages 11–18 and is co-educational.
Type
The school offers day and boarding education for girls and boys.
Pupil Nationality Mix
The school draws students from Surrey, across the UK and more than 30 countries worldwide.
Additional learning support
The school has a Learning Support team providing additional literacy support in small groups and supports students with specific learning difficulties; an International Study Centre delivers English as an Additional Language (EAL) programmes.
Country affiliation
The United Kingdom.
Bus service
The school provides a minibus service with pick-up and collection from local railway stations including Epsom, Raynes Park and Leatherhead.
Diving Deeper
The school has not added this information
Fees
Annual tuition at RGS Surrey Hills ranges from GBP 27,162 to GBP 55,131 for 2026/27.
Registration and Deposits
- Registration fee (inc VAT): GBP 150, payable on registration and non-refundable. - Registration fee for international applicants (inc VAT): GBP 250, payable on registration and non-refundable. - Acceptance deposit (no VAT): GBP 1,800, payable on acceptance of a place. - Acceptance deposit for international applicants (no VAT): GBP 4,000 for EEA applicants and GBP 5,000 for non-EEA applicants, payable on acceptance of a place.
Termly Tuition Fees (2025–26) — amounts are per term and shown by year group and boarding option
- Years 7 & 8: - Day Student: GBP 9,054 per term. - Flexi Boarding (2 nights): GBP 11,163 per term. - Flexi Boarding (3 nights): GBP 12,117 per term. - Weekly Boarding: GBP 13,270 per term. - Full Boarding: GBP 15,068 per term.
- Years 9, 10 & 11: - Day Student: GBP 9,754 per term. - Flexi Boarding (2 nights): GBP 12,025 per term. - Flexi Boarding (3 nights): GBP 13,059 per term. - Weekly Boarding: GBP 14,296 per term. - Full Boarding: GBP 17,628 per term.
- Sixth Form (Years 12 & 13): - Day Student: GBP 10,178 per term. - Flexi Boarding (2 nights): GBP 12,448 per term. - Flexi Boarding (3 nights): GBP 13,499 per term. - Weekly Boarding: GBP 14,919 per term. - Full Boarding: GBP 18,377 per term. - Sixth Form termly fees include all educational trips and visits (specialist field trips excluded).
- One Year GCSE Programme: - Day Student: GBP 11,953 per term. - Weekly Boarding: GBP 15,559 per term. - Full Boarding: GBP 19,134 per term. - One Year GCSE Programme fees are inclusive of ESL charges and UK outings.
- All termly tuition figures above are shown inclusive of VAT where applicable. Sibling discount: 5% off full fees for the second child and 10% for each subsequent child.
Billing schedule and payment terms
- The annual tuition charge is divided into three termly invoices; each term's fees are payable before the first day of the term to which they relate. Invoices are issued separately for each term. Payment of each term's fees is due on the first day of that term. - Permitted payment methods: bank transfer, Fees in Advance Scheme, School Fee Plan for monthly payments. Payments may also be made by direct bank transfer, cheque, credit/debit card or via the Billing Portal. Premium Credit / School Fee Plan arrangements are available for monthly direct-debit spreading of UK parents' payments (credit subject to status). - Late or unpaid fees: the school may withhold attendance if fees are not paid on time; each parent who signed the Acceptance Form is contractually liable for fees until otherwise agreed in writing.
Boarding fees and options (summarised)
- Boarding options are offered as Flexi (2 or 3 nights), Weekly, Full boarding, and occasional/extra night stays. Termly boarding component amounts are included in the termly fees listed above for each year group. Extra weekend or occasional boarding is charged separately at GBP 158 per night (inc VAT).
Other costs and supplemental charges
- Digital devices: The school operates a standardised digital device scheme. Devices are compulsory for UK students except Sixth Form and are paid for by parents; parents may choose to purchase outright or rent under a 36-month agreement with the school's chosen supplier (package includes IT support, damage/theft protection and pre-installed software). Device costs are not incorporated into the school fees and are charged separately. - Extra-curricular activities and specialist tuition: some activities such as Golf, Mountain Biking, Horse Riding, STEM Go-Karting and private music lessons incur additional charges. Private coaching for specific learning support and speech & language support are charged at GBP 67 per hour (inc VAT). - Transport and miscellaneous: minibus services and taxi costs (where the school arranges transport) are charged as supplemental items and invoiced to parents. School Trunk storage and related services are charged separately. Public examination charges, specialist field trips, medical treatment fees, photographs and purchases from the school shop are supplemental charges. - Uniform: uniform is required and is available from the school's appointed supplier; uniform purchase is a separate cost to be met by parents (new uniform available from the supplier's online shop; secondhand uniform options are also provided). No fixed single-price uniform total is published.
Refunds, deposits and notice requirements
- The registration fee is non-refundable. The acceptance deposit is generally non-refundable if the pupil does not take up the place, except where the school fills the vacancy created by withdrawal and the year group is full; in that case the deposit may be refunded less administrative costs. The acceptance deposit generally becomes part of the school's funds and is refunded (subject to deductions for outstanding sums) one month after the last day of the pupil's final term. - Notice to withdraw: a full term's written notice is required to withdraw a pupil (or a term's fees in lieu of notice must be paid). Specific notice deadlines by the term immediately preceding the leaving term are: 10th September to leave at the end of the Autumn Term, 10th January to leave at the end of the Spring Term, and 20th April to leave at the end of the Summer Term. Failure to give the required notice will result in a term's fees becoming due as a debt. Withdrawal part-way through a term does not reduce fees due and does not entitle to a refund for that term. - Exclusion or required removal: where a pupil is permanently excluded or required to be removed for disciplinary reasons, no refund or remission of fees will be given for the term in which the exclusion occurs, and the deposit will be forfeited in many such cases. - Circumstances affecting provision: if the school is wholly unable to perform its obligations for a continuous period greater than fourteen consecutive days, fees for the affected period will be pro-rated and, where appropriate, refunded pro-rata.
Practical fee notes and summary of key amounts (declarative)
- Registration fee: GBP 150 (UK), GBP 250 (international). Acceptance deposit: GBP 1,800 (UK), GBP 4,000 (EEA international), GBP 5,000 (non-EEA international). Termly tuition ranges by year and boarding option as listed above (for 2025–26). Sibling discounts: 5% for second child, 10% for each subsequent child. Extra night boarding: GBP 158 per night. Learning support / speech therapy: GBP 67 per hour. Digital devices and uniform are charged separately to fees. Termly invoicing, payment due before the first day of term; payment accepted by bank transfer, direct debit schemes (School Fee Plan / Premium Credit), cheque, credit/debit card or Billing Portal.
Academics
RGS Surrey Hills teaches British Curriculum, IB (DP), BTEC Qualification for students aged 11 to 18.
Curriculum
At RGS Surrey Hills, the academic curriculum treats every pupil as an individual, supported by personalised learning, regular assessment and monitoring. The breadth and balance of subjects is planned across lower and middle school, with courses designed to match aspirations, abilities and interests. Sixth Form provision offers continued choice and flexibility, with subject matter appropriate to ages and aptitudes and with differentiation to meet the needs of all students, including those with learning difficulties and those who are gifted and talented. The curriculum is structured to disperse learning across a two-week cycle, and the International Study Centre runs separate EAL programmes to prepare students for mainstream study where appropriate.
Student Teacher Ratio
Small class sizes allow for personalised support.
Exam Results
GCSE Results 2025: 9–7 36%, 9–6 54%, 9–5 75%, Pass Rate 91%. A Level Results 2025: Pass Rate 91%, A-C 41%. International Baccalaureate Results 2025: Pass Rate 94%, Average Point Score 31.3.
Higher Education Progression
Recent destinations include Russell Group universities such as Durham, King's College London and Warwick, with courses including Biomedical Sciences at Bristol, Business and Economics at Surrey, and Philosophy at Southampton; creative pathways include an Acting Foundation course and performing arts routes.
Gifted and Talented
The curriculum differentiates to meet the needs of students who are gifted and talented.
Wellbeing
The school has not added this information
Parent Experience
The school has not added this information
Facilities
The school has not added this information
Extra-Curricular Activities
The school has not added this information
Languages
The school has not added this information
Reputation
The school has not added this information
Admissions
Admissions
Three formal entry points exist: Year 7, Year 9 and Year 12. Stage 1 is Visit Us, with Open Events and Private Visits to view the school, meet pupils, and speak with senior staff. Stage 2 is Make an Application: for Year 7 and Year 9, register online by the published deadline, pay a non-refundable registration fee of £150, provide a photograph of the applicant and copies of the applicant's full school report plus any medical and Educational Psychologist reports as appropriate; those registered by the timescales are guaranteed to be invited to the Year 7 and Year 9 Discovery Day, with invitations for assessments issued after the Autumn Term half term; applications after the deadline may be discussed with Admissions. There is no priority for early registrations and all candidates are considered on an equal basis at the point of assessment; a school reference is requested after registration. For Year 12, the process is similar but requires the student's predicted GCSE results and includes an interview; offers are based on the interview, current school reports and GCSE predictions. Stage 3 is the Assessment Process: Year 6 Explorer's Day and Year 8 Discovery Day lead to assessment for Year 7 entry (Maths and English written work plus interview), with separate scholarship assessment afternoons for Sport and Drama on 11 November and for Art and Music on 12 November; Year 12 applicants are invited to an interview at a mutually convenient time. General information: assessment considers entrance test results, interview, recent school reports, academic progress, and other strengths; all years 7–8 study one Modern Foreign Language (French or Spanish); independence, attendance and positive engagement are expected. Other year groups may be considered where places are available.
Scholarships
Scholarships recognise and reward exceptional talent and achievements in academics, music, sports, art or drama. They are available to students entering Year 7, Year 9 and Year 12 and are awarded based on the candidate's accomplishments in the chosen field, successful completion of entrance exams, and an interview with senior staff and the relevant department head. Scholars may be awarded both a bursary and a scholarship. Bursaries provide means-tested financial support.
Waitlist
If the year group's available places are exhausted, a Wait List may be offered.
School Events
The school has not added events
FAQs
What curriculum does RGS Surrey Hills follow?
At RGS Surrey Hills, the academic curriculum treats every pupil as an individual, supported by personalised learning, regular assessment and monitoring. The breadth and balance of subjects is planned across lower and middle school, with courses designed to match aspirations, abilities and interests..
What are the tuition fees at RGS Surrey Hills?
Annual tuition fees range from GBP 27,162 to GBP 55,131 depending on the year group. **Registration and Deposits** - Registration fee (inc VAT): GBP 150, payable on registration and non-refundable. - Registration fee for international
What age range does RGS Surrey Hills serve?
The school serves students aged 11 to 18. The school teaches ages 11–18 and is co-educational.
Where is RGS Surrey Hills located?
The school is located at Old London Road, Mickleham, Dorking, Surrey RH5 6EA. The campus sits on 26 acres of countryside in the Surrey Hills near Box Hill. Minibus routes with live tracking connect families to local towns and stations.
Does RGS Surrey Hills provide SEN support?
The Learning Development Department supports neurodivergent and disabled pupils under the Neurodiversity (SEND) policy. The department includes a SENDCo, four Specialist Teachers, a Speech and Language Therapist and two Teaching Assistants. It uses 1:1 lessons and a multi-sensory approach with Pupil
What wellbeing support does RGS Surrey Hills offer?
Pastoral care underpins the wellbeing and social-emotional development of all students. Each pupil is assigned a personal tutor, and boarders have a Houseparent and Tutor to support academic and pastoral development. There is a clear emphasis on helping students maintain a positive mind-set and to d
What sports facilities does RGS Surrey Hills have?
Opened in 2018, the Sports Centre provides extensive on-site facilities and easy access to the surrounding Surrey Hills. On-site games fields accommodate football, cricket, rugby, ultimate and athletics, with cricket nets for training. A Multi Use Games Astro supports hockey, football, tennis and ne
How do I apply to RGS Surrey Hills?
Three formal entry points exist: Year 7, Year 9 and Year 12. Stage 1 is Visit Us, with Open Events and Private Visits to view the school, meet pupils, and speak with senior staff. Stage 2 is Make an Application: for Year 7 and Year 9, register online by the published deadline, pay a non-refundable r
How diverse is the student body at RGS Surrey Hills?
The school draws students from Surrey, across the UK and more than 30 countries worldwide.
What type of school is RGS Surrey Hills?
RGS Surrey Hills is a Co-educational, Co-educational (boarding) school with 425 students. The school offers day and boarding education for girls and boys.
What languages are taught at RGS Surrey Hills?
French and Spanish are taught as modern foreign languages. The GCSE curriculum offers French and Spanish as options for examined language study, with a weekly lunchtime class for KS4 French to provide extra practice. In Years 7–8, languages are taught as part of the lower-school curriculum, with lit
Is there a bus service at RGS Surrey Hills?
The school provides a minibus service with pick-up and collection from local railway stations including Epsom, Raynes Park and Leatherhead.
What is the history of RGS Surrey Hills?
Originally founded in 1959 as Box Hill School by Roy McComish. Box Hill was a founding member of Round Square, reflecting a commitment to developing young people of character, compassion and capability. In June 2025 Box Hill School became RGS Surrey Hills and joined the Reigate Grammar School Group;
What extracurricular activities are available?
The Creative Arts Faculty offers a broad range of disciplines including 3D Design and Arts, Craft & Design, with specialisations such as Textiles, Fashion, Mixed Media, Fine Art, Photography and Architecture. Art, Craft and Design form the heart of creative expression, developing practical skills ac
