We're Listening
About Bedales
We're Listening
31/01/2009
"Student voice is incredibly powerful."
"Student voice is incredibly powerful", says Jordan, sixth-former and co-author of the satirical Badley's Tricycle. 'It's about using the power of the individual and the group... and then translating this into one coherent voice which can be communicated to the school.
There are ways of articulating your views and even challenging authority to bring about change. J H Badley, founder of Bedales, would have recognised these sentiments. They are a testament to the radicalism of his vision – and to its enduring vitality, 115 years on. Mr Badley wanted to create a school based on mutual trust and respect. Contrary to all conventions of Victorian public schooling, this meant actually listening to and valuing the opinions of students as well as staff."
Brief History
Bedales was founded by J H Badley in 1893 to be a humane alternative to the authoritarian regimes typical of late-Victorian public schools... more
Approach to Learning
Our primary aim is to develop inquisitive thinkers with a love of learning who cherish independent thought... more
Open Mornings
Come and meet us. It is the only way to get a feel for the unique Bedales atmosphere... more
Why Bedales?
I'd encourage you to step out of your imagination and come and see Bedales for yourself... more