Rosebery School for Girls facts for kids

Rosebery School is a school just for girls in Epsom, Surrey, England. It teaches students from ages 11 to 18. The school has a "lower school" for students aged 11 to 16. It also has a "sixth form" for older students, aged 16 to 18. Rosebery School is an academy, which means it gets funding directly from the government. The school is easy to reach, being close to the A24 road. It is also a short walk from Epsom town centre and the train station.

Discovering Rosebery School's History

Rosebery School is built on land that was given to the town by Lord Rosebery. This gift also included the nearby Rosebery Park. The school was created in 1927 by joining two other schools: Rosebery Grammar School for Girls and Epsom County School for Girls. It became an academy on December 1, 2011.

Understanding the House System

At Rosebery School, students are part of different "houses." These houses help students feel like they belong and encourage teamwork. When a new student joins the school, they are placed into one of these houses. They stay in that house for their entire time at Rosebery. If a student has a sister already at the school, they will join the same house as their sister.

House Names and Their Inspiration

The names of the houses were changed in 2016. They are now named after amazing and inspiring women. These houses are called Malala, Elizabeth, Pankhurst, and Curie. Before 2016, the houses had different names like Diamond, Sapphire, Ruby, and Emerald. Even further back, in the 1970s, the houses were named Bruce, Drake, Faraday, and Raleigh.

What Students Wear: The School Uniform

Students in the lower school, from Year 7 to Year 11, wear a special uniform. This uniform includes a kilt and a navy blue jumper. On the jumper, you can see a red primrose flower. This flower is a symbol that honors Lord Rosebery's family name. Lord Rosebery himself opened the school on his birthday and allowed it to use his name. In the past, the uniform colors were brown and pink. These colors were chosen because they were the colors of Lord Rosebery's horse racing uniform for the Derby.

Rosebery School's Special Focus

In 2006, Rosebery School gained a special status. It became known for its strong programs in Mathematics and Information and Communication Technology (ICT). This means the school has extra resources and a focus on these subjects.

Famous People Who Attended Rosebery

Many talented people have studied at Rosebery School over the years.

Notable Alumni from Rosebery Grammar School

• Jackie Ashley: A well-known journalist and broadcaster for Guardian newspaper.
• Alex Kingston: An actress famous for her roles in TV shows like ER and Doctor Who.
• Daphne Padden (1927-2009): A talented graphic designer.
• Nuala Scarisbrick: She helped start and manage the organization called Life.

Notable Alumni from Rosebery School

• Tanya Boniface: An actress, singer, and a member of the music group The 411.