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Welcome To Frewen College

The Dyslexia School

A warm welcome

Welcome to Frewen College, an independent coeducational day and boarding school specialising in Dyslexia.

A school where students are supported to Aspire, Believe and Achieve!

Come and visit us to see how we can unlock your child's full potential; a warm welcome awaits!

Frewen/British Dyslexia Association Videos

Frewen College was asked by the British Dyslexia Association and Patoss (The professional association of teachers of students with specific learning difficulties) to take part in a series of information films showing best dyslexia teaching practice.

  • Film 1: Using Multi-Sensory methods

    This film is about how Frewen staff use 'age appropriate' multi-sensory teaching methods to help students memorise and recall information. Multi-sensory teaching can help reluctant learners by making learning fun and you will see how, at Frewen, we enable students to access learning in a variety of ways.

  • Film 2: Dyslexia friendly handouts and resources

    This film illustrates how Frewen College use dyslexia friendly resources and handouts to help support students in class and it provides tips on how to present the printed page and other visual displays of information.

The Good School Guide

The Good School Guide

There was one constant theme in our interviews with parents, and that was the transformation they witnessed in their child’s self-confidence after being placed here. ‘Miraculous,’ said one

OFSTED

Ofsted Report 2023

There are plenty of opportunities for students to engage in outdoor activities and sport.

Parent

PARENT

We are glad Amari, at long last, has found a school where he feels valued and welcomed

ISI

ISI Report 2023

Pupils develop their skills and talents and achieve in their academic and vocational studies.

Parent of Prep Pupil

PARENT

George is extremely happy at Frewen and the skills, care, and commitment from all of his teachers was evident to us as parents.

OFSTED

Ofsted Report 2023

Students are well cared for by enthusiastic and committed staff.

Senior School Parent

PARENT

Frewen was a revelation; a school with small classes of a similar peer group, a creative curriculum with a multi sensory approach, delivered by experienced and specifically qualified teachers that absolutely understand the children, in a happy and secure environment. We could see our son's shoulders visibly dropping as he started to relax and regain his self esteem.

ISI

ISI Report 2023

Staff demonstrate a thorough knowledge and understanding of pupils’ individual and additional needs.

Parent

PARENT

I feel like Frewen has given me back my child.

OFSTED

Ofsted Report 2023

Students are well cared for by enthusiastic and committed staff.

Parent

Parent

He was so proud that yesterday he came back saying he could spell 'biodegradable' because his teacher had taught him how.

CRESTED

CReSTeD report 2022

All lessons across the school are suitably presented in such a way as to maximise the learning opportunities and the curriculum is designed to appeal to those who find their learning a challenge.

CRESTED

CReSTeD report 2022

All pupils said they love coming to school and that they are proud of it.

CRESTED

CReSTeD report 2017

The school is committed to developing software solutions to enable independence in learning and there has been the introduction of new technologies to enable voice activated software. Sept 2017

Ofsted

Boarding report 2017

A nurturing atmosphere is evident throughout the boarding house. Boarders form close bonds, socialise across age-groups and support each other.

CRESTED

CReSTeD report 2017

The college provides tailored support to enable each individual to engage with the curriculum. The ethos of guidance, encouragements and hard work was evidenced in the observed lessons. All pupils were fully engaged during the lessons and indicated the knowledge and care underpinning the lesson to enable access for all pupils.

CRESTED

CReSTeD report 2017

Individual pupils expressed how the pastoral care integrated into the learning had changed their perspective and opened up possibilities and aspirations for the future, and consideration of ongoing learning despite the challenges they face. 
 

OFSTED

June 2016

Pupils rates of personal, social and academic progress are strong and, at times, exceptional.

OFSTED

June 2016

Pupils' outcomes in English are very strong, particularly in reading. This is because of strong teaching in this area. Pupils make exceptional progress in their speaking and listening skills and this helps with their self-esteem.

Our College

Preparatory

Ages 7 to 11

Our separate Prep School for pupils from age 7 to 11 is situated in its own grounds, just across the road from the main school buildings, where pupils have lunch and some specialist lessons.

Senior

Ages 12 to 16

Our Senior School is set in the historic  Brickwall estate, in the beautiful countryside of East Sussex.  Pupils follow the National Curriculum and, in KS4,  choose from a range a range of GCSE and vocational qualifications.

Sixth Form

Ages 16 to 19

Our new Sixth form offers a range of A Level and vocational options, in collaboration with our Partner Colleges, with additional Frewen courses and support, plus boarding if required.

Admissions

Everything you need to know: the profile of Frewen pupils, the application process, opportunities to visit, evaluations etc.

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How to Find Us

Frewen College, Northiam, Rye, East Sussex, TN31 6NL

01797 252494 | 01797 253388

  • British Dyslexia Association (BDA)
  • Crested
  • The Good Schools Guide
  • Boarding Schools Association
  • Elklan's 'Communication Friendly Schools
  • Independent Schools Association