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INDEPENDENT SCHOOL OF THE YEAR 2025
Senior School Prospectus 2027 entry
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Habs Girls combines the focus of a leading girls' school with the opportunities of a co-educational campus, developing young people who are ready not only to succeed, but to make a profound impact in the world." 2
More than As one of the UK's leading independent girls' schools, Habs Girls offers something distinctive: the focus and confidence-building benefits of a girls' education within a vibrant co-educational campus shared with Habs Boys. Students learn and grow within their own school community while benefiting from the opportunities, friendships and broader perspectives that come from being part of one exceptional campus. It is truly the best of both worlds. What unites both schools is a shared purpose: to empower young people to make a profound impact in the world. Guided by our values of Ambition, Curiosity, Courage and Community, we believe that academic excellence is essential, but in a rapidly changing world students need much more than knowledge.
They need curiosity to keep learning, resilience to overcome challenges, integrity to make good decisions and the confidence to lead and serve others. That is why we developed the Habs Habits: twelve habits of mind, character and leadership that help students turn our values into action every day. Through exceptional teaching, outstanding pastoral care, rich co-curricular opportunities and meaningful service, students learn not only how to achieve, but how to contribute, lead and make a positive difference. Our ambition is simple: that every student leaves Habs Girls as a curious learner, with outstanding qualifications, a strong moral compass and the Habits to thrive, lead and make a positive difference in the world.
Success
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At Habs Girls, we believe education should do more than help young people succeed. It should help them discover who they are, what they stand for and how they can make a positive difference in the world.
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We believe education is about more than academic success. Outstanding results matter, but they are only the beginning. In a world being transformed by technology, the qualities that will matter most are deeply human ones: curiosity, resilience, creativity, integrity, leadership and care for others. That is why we define success not only by what our students achieve, but by who they become.
Through exceptional teaching, outstanding pastoral care, rich co-curricular opportunities and meaningful service, students develop the knowledge, character and confidence to thrive in an increasingly complex world. Our values of Ambition, Curiosity, Courage and Community Spirit come to life through the Habs Habits: twelve habits of mind, character and leadership that shape the way students think, learn, lead and contribute.
These Habits help students become lifelong learners, thoughtful leaders and responsible citizens. They prepare young people not only for university and future careers, but for lives of meaning, contribution and positive impact. Our purpose tells us why we exist. Our values tell us what matters. Our Habits explain how we develop students who can make a profound impact in the world.
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At Habs, our purpose is simple: to empower young people to make a profound impact in the world.
Because success is not simply about what you accomplish. It is about the difference you make.
Watch our Habs Girls Profound Impact film
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A Message from the Headmistress, Dr Hazel Bagworth-Mann
We want all our students to have the capacity to lead and make a difference, whether by driving positive change in society or simply by being a good person who makes a difference to those around them. 6
At the heart of our approach is a culture of scholarship and intellectual curiosity, with teachers sharing their passion for their subjects and ensuring that subject expertise is at the heart of every lesson. Students are encouraged to think deeply, ask questions and engage fully with their learning. We want to create an environment where students are stretched and inspired, encouraging them to be curious and courageous.
This curiosity enables them not only to excel in their exams, but also to develop a genuine love of learning. All of this is underpinned by strong, proactive and responsive pastoral care, where students feel safe, secure and happy, and known as individuals. Beyond the classroom, there are many opportunities for students to try new things, discover their interests and develop their skills in different areas. Our varied co-curricular programme and partnership initiatives provide opportunities for teamwork, responsibility and leadership. Strong and positive relationships across the Habs community help to create a strong sense of belonging, with kindness and consideration for others at the heart of our approach.
We want our students to achieve the highest academic outcomes, discover their passions, grow as individuals and make a meaningful contribution to those around them. By giving students the support and opportunities to fulfil their potential, we enable them to leave us ready to make a profound difference in the world. I would really encourage you to come and visit us here in Elstree. I look forward to meeting you soon. DR HAZEL BAGWORTH-MANN
Headmistress
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We are an academically ambitious and inspirational school that values both academic excellence and the personal development of every student, creating a strong sense of belonging.
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We do not simply teach students about making a difference. We give them opportunities to make a difference now. 8
Purpose Our purpose is to empower young people to make a profound impact in the world. We believe that young people learn best when they have opportunities to apply their knowledge, values and Habits beyond the classroom. That is why service, leadership and community engagement are woven into the fabric of school life. Through our award-winning Partnerships Programme, students work alongside local schools and community organisations, supporting younger pupils, leading activities and helping to create opportunities for others. In doing so, they develop many of the Habits that define a Habs education: Leadership, Care, Collaboration, Initiative and Social Responsibility.
Each week, more than 500 Habs students contribute to partnership activities that support almost 2,000 pupils across our local community. These experiences challenge students to step outside their comfort zones, take responsibility and recognise the positive impact they can have on the lives of others. Importantly, this is not one-way support. Our partnerships are built on mutual learning and mutual benefit. Our students gain new perspectives, deepen their understanding of the world around them and learn that leadership is most powerful when it is grounded in service. The impact is measurable. Through sustained collaboration with partner schools, attendance among disadvantaged pupils has increased by 10.1%, equivalent to an additional day in school every two weeks.
But perhaps the most important impact is on our own students, who learn that education carries both opportunity and responsibility. This commitment to creating positive change was recognised nationally when Habs was named Independent School of the Year 2025. The award celebrated not simply academic excellence, but a school that combines ambition with action, excellence with empathy and leadership with service. For us, however, the greatest measure of success is not an award. It is seeing students use their talents, energy and Habits to make a meaningful difference to the people and communities around them.
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At Habs, creating profound impact is not an aspiration for the future. It is something our students experience, practise and contribute to every day.
Because creating profound impact is not something our students wait to do when they leave school. It starts here.
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A Community of Purpose
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For more than 300 years, the Haberdashers' community has believed in the transformative power of education. Habs Girls is part of the Haberdashers' Elstree Education Group, a family of four schools comprising Habs Girls, Habs Girls, Lochinver House School and St Martin's School. While each school has its own distinctive character, all are united by a shared purpose, common values and a commitment to helping students fulfil their potential and make a positive difference in the world. The Haberdashers' Elstree Education Group is one of four school groups supported by the Haberdashers' Company, one of the UK's oldest livery companies and a longstanding champion of education. For generations, the Company has invested in schools, widened educational opportunity and supported young people from a wide range of backgrounds to thrive and succeed.
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Today, the wider Haberdashers' family educates more than 12,000 students across independent and state schools throughout the UK. Together, these schools form a diverse educational community connected by a belief that knowledge, character and opportunity can transform lives. This shared sense of purpose continues to shape everything we do. While the world around us has changed dramatically, our belief remains the same: that education should help young people develop the knowledge, character and confidence to contribute positively to society.
T H E H A B E R DA S H E R S' A DVA N TAG E Being part of the Haberdashers' family gives our students access to opportunities that extend far beyond a single school. Through the Haberdashers' Advantage Programme, students collaborate with peers from across the Haberdashers' network, broaden their horizons and develop the confidence and skills needed for life beyond school. Whether through leadership programmes, career conferences, entrepreneurial challenges or opportunities to engage with leading professionals, students are encouraged to explore their interests, strengthen their Habits and develop a deeper understanding of the world around them. The programme reflects many of the values at the heart of a Habs education: curiosity, initiative, leadership, collaboration and a commitment to continuous learning.
Strong Governance. Lasting Purpose.
Habs benefits from the support and governance of the Haberdashers' Company, whose members bring expertise from a wide range of professions and industries. Through governance, strategic oversight and investment in education, they help ensure that our schools remain ambitious, innovative and true to their purpose.
For more than 300 years, the Haberdashers' community has believed that education has the power not only to change individual lives, but to improve society as a whole.
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Behind every great school is a commitment to stewardship.
This partnership provides both stability and ambition: preserving the values that have shaped generations of students while ensuring that Habs continues to evolve and remain at the forefront of education. For our students, this means belonging to something much bigger than a single school. It means becoming part of a community that spans generations, professions and educational settings, connected by a shared commitment to learning, leadership and service.
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The Habs are how we turn our values into actions and our purpose into reality. We become what we repeatedly do. At Habs, our purpose is to empower young people to make a profound impact in the world. But purpose alone is not enough. Students do not become resilient, creative, compassionate or courageous simply because we tell them these qualities matter. They develop them through practice, reflection and experience over time. That belief sits at the heart of the Habs Habits.
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The Habits are the mindsets, behaviours and dispositions that students practise every day. Grounded in our values of Ambition, Curiosity, Courage and Community, they help students develop the character, confidence and judgement needed to thrive in a changing world, lead with purpose and make a positive difference to others. Every lesson, every team, every performance, every leadership opportunity and every partnership experience becomes an opportunity to strengthen these Habits. Together, they shape how students think, learn, lead and contribute.
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Our purpose tells us why we exist. Our values tell us what matters. Our Habits explain how we develop students who can make a Profound Impact in the world.
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What students become
Thoughtful leaders Curious learners Responsible citizens Forces for good Students equipped to thrive in life, contribute to society and make a positive difference in the world. 14
R P O S E Why w PU e e xis t
To empower young people to make a Profound Impact in the world.
Continuous Learning
Initiative Leadership
Ambition
Creativity
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Resilience
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Embracing challenge and doing what is right.
Open-mindedness
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Courage
L U E S What mat t
Questioning, exploring and seeking understanding.
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Striving to be the very best version of ourselves.
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Critical Thinking
Risk-taking
Community
Using our strengths in service of others.
Integrity
Care Collaboration Social Responsibility 15
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Learn
It is about developing the habits of successful learners: young people who are curious, adaptable and equipped to thrive in a rapidly changing world. Academic excellence remains at the heart of a Habs education. Our students are challenged by expert teachers, inspired by ambitious learning and encouraged to think deeply about the world around them. But learning at Habs is not simply preparation for examinations. It is preparation for life.
Every lesson is an opportunity to strengthen the Habs Habits. Through questioning, discussion, research and problem-solving, students learn not only what to think, but how to think. They learn to embrace challenge, to reflect on their progress and to develop the confidence to approach unfamiliar problems with curiosity and resilience. As technology and artificial intelligence continue to transform society, we believe the most valuable skills will be uniquely human ones: critical thinking, creativity, collaboration, judgement and a commitment to continuous learning. These qualities are embedded throughout our curriculum and underpin our approach to teaching and learning.
Our curriculum combines academic rigour with innovation. Students explore subjects in depth, undertake independent research, engage with new technologies and encounter ideas that stretch and inspire them. We want every student to develop not only expertise, but a genuine love of learning that lasts far beyond their time at school. Ultimately, our goal is simple: to develop curious learners with the knowledge, character and confidence to shape the future rather than simply respond to it.
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At Habs Girls, we believe that education is about more than acquiring knowledge.
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The Habs Habits are not taught in isolation. They are developed through the experiences students encounter every day. History Through Personal Stories INDEPENDENT RESE ARCH AND THINKING
Students researched an aspect of their own family history, interviewing relatives and exploring the historical events that shaped their lives. By combining personal testimony with wider historical research, they created exhibition displays that celebrated diverse experiences and deepened their understanding of both the past and the school community HABITS IN AC TION
Curiosity
I ask questions and seek deeper understanding.
Open-mindedness
New perspectives can reshape my thinking.
Care
Other people matter to me.
Innovation Centre SOLVING RE AL-WORLD PROBLEMS
Working in the Innovation Centre, students designed a system to reduce food waste across the school campus. Using data analysis, design thinking and collaboration, they developed and presented solutions to staff. HABITS IN AC TION
Initiative
I grasp opportunities and think for myself.
Creativity
I use original ideas to solve problems.
Collaboration
I contribute to a team effort.
Debate and Oracy E X P L O R I N G CO M P L E X Q U E S T I O N S
Students debated: "Should artificial intelligence regulate scientific research?" Through careful research and respectful discussion, students challenged assumptions, tested ideas and learned to engage thoughtfully with opposing viewpoints. Creating Profound Impact Together
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Critical Thinking
Reason guides my thinking.
Open-mindedness
New perspectives can reshape my thinking.
Integrity
My values shape my actions.
Learning Beyond the Curriculum Through academic societies, visiting speakers, Olympiads, competitions and enrichment programmes, students are encouraged to pursue interests beyond the classroom and develop a genuine love of learning. HABITS IN AC TION
Continuous Learning
Learning is an exciting lifelong journey.
Initiative
I grasp opportunities and think for myself.
Every Habs experience is designed to strengthen the Habits that help students thrive, lead and make a profound impact in the world.
Open-mindedness
New perspectives can reshape my thinking.
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Grow
Academic success is important, but we know that a fulfilling and meaningful life requires much more than knowledge alone. Young people also need self-awareness, resilience, strong relationships and the confidence to navigate challenge and uncertainty. That is why personal growth sits at the heart of a Habs education.
Every student's journey is unique. Our role is not simply to support students when difficulties arise, but to help them develop the character, mindset and confidence to flourish throughout their lives. Through outstanding pastoral care and the Habs Habits, students learn to understand themselves, reflect on their development and take ownership of their growth. The Habs Habits provide a shared language for these conversations. Through regular discussions with tutors, teachers and pastoral leaders, students reflect on their strengths, recognise areas for development and consider how they can continue to grow as learners, leaders and members of the community. Habits such as Resilience, Integrity, Care and Openmindedness help students develop the emotional intelligence and self-belief needed to thrive both inside and outside the classroom.
They learn that setbacks are opportunities for growth, that values should guide actions and that understanding different perspectives strengthens both character and judgement. Our pastoral team, Form Tutors, Heads of House, counsellors and wellbeing specialists work closely together to ensure that every student feels known, supported and valued. Strong relationships underpin everything we do because students are most likely to flourish when they feel they belong. Ultimately, our aim is not simply that students feel supported during their time at Habs. It is that they leave with the confidence, habits and self-awareness to embrace opportunities, overcome challenges and make a positive contribution throughout their lives.
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At Habs Girls, we care deeply about who our students become, not simply what they achieve.
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Resilience LE ARNING FROM SETBACKS
Whether preparing for examinations, performing in a concert or competing on the sports field, students learn that challenge is not something to avoid but an opportunity to grow. HABITS IN AC TION
"Setbacks help me grow and learn."
Reflection UNDERS TANDING YOURSELF A S A LE ARNER
Through regular tutor conversations, students are encouraged to reflect on their strengths, aspirations and next steps. By becoming more aware of how they learn, respond to challenge and work with others, students develop the self-understanding needed for lifelong growth. HABITS IN AC TION
Continuous Learning Open-mindedness
Belonging EVERY S TUDENT KNOWN
A strong sense of community helps students feel confident enough to take risks, embrace opportunities and learn from mistakes. From buddy systems and Houses to tutors and pastoral teams, every student is part of a network of support and encouragement.
We care deeply about who our students become, not simply what they achieve.
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Character VALUES IN PR AC TICE
Growth is not measured only by academic attainment. It is also reflected in the decisions students make, the responsibility they take and the way they treat others. Through daily experiences, students develop the integrity, empathy and judgement that underpin strong character and future leadership. HABITS IN AC TION
Integrity Leadership Social Responsibility
Growth at Habs is measured not only by academic progress, but by the development of the Habits, character and confidence that enable students to thrive, lead and make a profound impact in the world. 23
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Explore
We believe education should expand horizons, spark passions and encourage young people to explore the world with confidence and curiosity. That is why exploration is such an important part of the Habs experience. Whether on a sports field, in a concert hall, on stage, in a robotics competition, through community partnerships or as part of a student-led society, our students are encouraged to step beyond what is familiar and discover what they are capable of achieving. Exploration is where the Habs Habits are often developed most powerfully. It is where students learn to work as part of a team, take risks, overcome setbacks, pursue excellence and develop new skills and interests. Through these experiences, they build confidence, resilience and a greater understanding of themselves and others.
With more than 300 clubs, societies and activities taking place each week, every student can find opportunities to explore existing passions and discover entirely new ones. Just as importantly, students are encouraged to create opportunities of their own. We want them to see themselves not simply as participants, but as contributors, innovators and leaders. Set within more than 100 acres of beautiful parkland, our campus provides exceptional facilities that support learning, exploration and personal growth. From our Innovation Centre, science laboratories and creative arts spaces to our performance venues, music facilities and extensive sports provision, every environment is designed to help students discover and develop their potential. Ultimately, exploration helps students discover not only what they enjoy, but who they are becoming.
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Innovation Centre Climbing and bouldering walls
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At Habs Girls, some of the most important learning happens beyond the classroom.
Olympic size swimming pool 6 lacrosse pitches 8 netball courts
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Sport LE ARNING THROUGH CHALLENGE
Our students benefit from outstanding indoor and outdoor facilities including rugby and football pitches, hockey pitches, tennis courts, athletics facilities, climbing and bouldering walls, swimming pools, squash courts, fitness suites and our Indoor Solai Cricket Centre. These facilities enable students of all abilities to participate, compete and excel. HABITS IN AC TION
Resilience Collaboration Leadership Risk-taking
Music & Drama CONFIDENCE THROUGH PERFORMANCE
Students perform in our 550-seat performance hall, black-box theatre, Lime Tree Studio and dedicated music halls. Whether participating in one of our many ensembles, productions or public performances, students develop confidence, creativity and the ability to work towards a shared goal. HABITS IN AC TION
Creativity Continuous Learning Collaboration Risk-taking
Innovation & STEM CRE ATING THE FUTURE
Students explore coding, robotics, engineering, AI and entrepreneurship through our Innovation Centre and specialist learning spaces. Facilities include podcasting suites, green-screen technology, virtual reality tools and collaborative innovation spaces that encourage students to tackle complex real-world challenges.
Exploration helps students discover not only what they enjoy, but who they are becoming.
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Academic Exploration LE ARNING BE YOND THE CURRICULUM
Academic societies, Olympiads, visiting speakers, independent research projects and the Dawson Project encourage students to pursue interests beyond examination specifications and deepen their love of learning. HABITS IN AC TION
Continuous Learning Critical Thinking Open-mindedness
Student-Led Opportunities TURNING IDE A S INTO RE ALIT Y
With hundreds of clubs and societies on offer each week—and support for students to create new ones—Habs Girls provides endless opportunities to explore new interests, lead others and make ideas happen. HABITS IN AC TION
Initiative Leadership Collaboration
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Lead and Serve
Our purpose is to empower young people to make a profound impact in the world. To do that, students need more than knowledge and ambition. They need the confidence to step forward, the courage to take responsibility and the commitment to use their talents in service of others.
Through the Habs Habits, students learn that leadership is not about authority or status. It is about contribution. It is about helping others succeed, strengthening communities and creating positive change. Whether in the classroom, on the sports field, through partnerships, in co-curricular activities or in everyday school life, students are encouraged to see themselves as people who can make a difference. Leadership and service are woven throughout the Habs experience. Students mentor younger pupils, lead societies and sports teams, organise charitable initiatives, support local schools and contribute to projects that extend beyond our own community.
Through these experiences, they develop not only confidence and leadership skills, but also empathy, responsibility and a deeper understanding of the impact they can have on others. Most importantly, students learn that education carries responsibility. The knowledge, opportunities and experiences they gain at Habs are not simply for personal success. They are tools to help improve the lives of others and contribute positively to the world around them. Creating Profound Impact Together
At Habs Girls, we believe that leadership is not a position held by a few students. It is a habit that can be developed by every student.
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Partnerships MAKING A DIFFERENCE NOW
Through our award-winning Partnerships Programme, more than 500 Habs students work alongside almost 2,000 pupils across local partner schools every year. Students become mentors, role models, coaches and leaders, developing confidence while creating opportunities for others. HABITS IN AC TION
Leadership Care Social Responsibility
Everyday Leadership MAKING A DIFFERENCE TOGETHER
Leadership is often found in the small moments: welcoming a new student, supporting a teammate, helping a younger pupil or speaking up when something is not right. These everyday acts help students develop the confidence and character to lead with integrity and purpose. HABITS IN AC TION
Integrity Care Leadership
Service CRE ATING POSITIVE CHANGE
Students are encouraged to look beyond themselves and contribute to causes that matter to them. Whether supporting local communities, fundraising or volunteering, they learn that even small actions can have a meaningful impact. HABITS IN AC TION
Care Social Responsibility
At Habs Girls, leadership is not about status. It is about using your strengths, talents and opportunities to make a positive difference to others.
Collaboration
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Student leadership LE ADING BY E X AMPLE
Students take on leadership responsibilities across all areas of school life—from Houses and societies to sport, music and community initiatives. HABITS IN AC TION
Initiative Leadership Integrity
Leadership Habits At Habs Girls, we believe that the best leaders are those who serve others.
Leadership
I lead for good.
Leadership
I grasp opportunities and think for myself.
Integrity
My values shape my actions.
Care
Other people matter to me.
Collaboration
I contribute to a team effort.
Social Responsibility
I make positive change in the world.
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Connecting our Community
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One of the great strengths of Habs Girls is the breadth and diversity of our community.
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Students travel to Habs from across Hertfordshire, North London and beyond, bringing together a rich mix of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences. This diversity strengthens our community and helps students develop the openmindedness, confidence and awareness needed to thrive in an increasingly interconnected world. While our beautiful 100-acre campus provides a unique environment for learning and exploration, we know that accessibility matters. That is why we operate one of the largest school transport networks in the region, helping students travel safely and efficiently to and from school each day.
Around 70% of students use our coach network, which serves communities across Hertfordshire and North London. Routes extend from Harpenden, Redbourn and Welwyn Garden City in the north to Camden, Belsize Park and St John's Wood in the south, with connections to key rail and Underground stations including Radlett, Elstree & Borehamwood, Stanmore and Edgware. Our transport network enables students to make the most of life at Habs, whether attending an early morning music rehearsal, staying after school for sport, participating in a society, or taking part in leadership and partnership activities. It helps ensure that geography is never a barrier to opportunity.
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Extensive routes across Hertfordshire and North London
Late coach services support co-curricular participation
Connections to major rail and Tube stations
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Our Coach Network
F01 - Southgate via Enfield
L04 Berkhamsted
F02 - Southgate via Hadley Wood
Hemel Hempstead Station
High Street
F03 - Winchmore Hill
St Albans Westfields
Leverstock Green
F04 - Chalk Farm Station F05 - Hampstead
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F06 - Finchley Central via Totteridge F07 - Friern Barnet via Totteridge
L04 Berkhamsted
F02 - Southgate via Hadley Wood
F08 - Muswell Hill
Hemel Hempstead Station
High Street
F03 - Winchmore Hill
F10 - Brondesbury Park
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F06 - Finchley Central via Totteridge
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St Albans
St Columba's
F07 - Friern Barnet via Totteridge F08 - Muswell Hill F09 - Friern Barnet via Whetstone
F13 - Wheathampstead
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F10 - Brondesbury Park
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Bushey
F15 - Hampstead Station F12 - Highgate H01 - Northwood & Rickmansworth Station H02 - Pinner
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Bushey Village
F14 - Welwyn Garden City
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Arches
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Town Hall
Bushey Village
Bushey Heath
St Peter's Church
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St James Church
H02 - Pinner
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Grange Road
Bushey
F15 - Hampstead Station
Shenley / Williams
St Peter's Church
Bushey
St James Church
H03 - Northwood Station H01 - Northwood & Rickmansworth Station H04 - Watford
Arches
H04 Watford
F13 - Wheathampstead
Radl
Bushey Heath
Grange Road
zone 4
H03 - Northwood Station
H05 - Ruislip Station
H04 - Watford
H06 - Rayners Lane Station H05 - Ruislip Station H07 - Kenton
H06 - Rayners Lane Station
H08 - Wembley
H07 - Kenton
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H08 - Wembley
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H09 - Mill Hill Broadway
H09 - Mill Hill Broadway
H10 - Brent Cross
H10 - Brent Cross
Croxley Croxley
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H11 - West Hampstead H11 - West Hampstead
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Croxley Croxley Station Station Scots Bridge Scots Bridge
H12 - St John’s Wood via Hendon
H12 - St John’s Wood via Hendon
Rickmansworth Station
H13 - Stanmore Station
Blythwood Road
L04 - Berkhamsted
Eastcote High Road
Eastcote Ruislip Station
Ruislip Station West Ruislip Station
Fore Street H05
Bridge Street
Pinner
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L06 - Cuffley Bus Stop Click here to find out more about our coach network and explore individual routes in our Transport Routes booklet.
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H13 - Stanmore Station H14 - North Harrow Station
Stanmore Edgwarebury Lane Hill Stanmore Nelson Road Station Station H13 - Stanmore Stanmore Station H13 - Stanmore Bentley Way Stanmore Jct Uxbridge Stanmore BentleyCanons Way Corner Station zone 7 Rd Jct Uxbridge Stanmore Stanmore zone 7 Rd Wemborough Rd Canons Corner Harrow Harrow Stanmore Weald Weald Stanmore Stanmore Stanmore Hill
Marsh Lane / Marsh Lane / Stanmore Nelson Road
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Sudbury The Green Town Barham Park Watford Rd L03
Salmon Street
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Circle RaynersNorth Lane Harrow Station StationWembley H06 Empire Way Wembley H14 H08 Salmon Street Willesden
Draycott Ave / Woodcoc
Walm Lane / Melrose Ave
Sudbury Town Barham Park
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Empire Way
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Joining Habs Girls At Habs Girls, we are looking for academically able girls who are excited by learning and ready to make the most of everything school life has to offer.
We seek girls who will flourish in a community where academic ambition is matched by exceptional opportunities for growth, leadership and service. More importantly, we are interested not only in what girls know today, but in the character, curiosity and potential they will develop during their time at Habs. Those who thrive at Habs are intellectually curious, ambitious in their learning, courageous in the face of challenge and eager to contribute positively to the communities around them.
They are ambitious in their learning, courageous in the face of difficulty and ready to make the most of the opportunities available to them. Above all, they demonstrate the foundations of our values of Ambition, Curiosity, Courage and Community. Some join us with established passions in sport, music, drama, science, technology or languages; others are still discovering where their interests and talents lie. Our role is to help every girl develop the Habits, character and confidence that will enable her to flourish both at school and beyond.
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The Admissions Journey Our admissions process is designed to help us understand each child as an individual. While academic ability is very important, we are equally interested in a student's curiosity, potential and readiness to contribute to the wider life of the school.
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Year 7 Entry (11+)
There are appropriately 60-70 places available for Year 7 entry. Around 50-60 girls progress automatically from Habs Girls Junior School.
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. S TEP 1: VISIT HABS
Attend an Open Day or admissions event and experience our community first-hand. S TEP 2: REGIS TER (DE ADLINE 6 NOVEMBER)
Applications are completed through our website. Families may also apply for scholarships and bursaries at this stage. Scholarships and bursaries require additional application forms. S TEP 3: A SSESSMENT (23 NOVEMBER 2026)
This year, we have partnered with QUEST to develop a bespoke Habs paper-based assessment, combining multiple-choice and written questions. The assessment helps us identify academic potential, intellectual curiosity and the readiness to flourish within an ambitious and stimulating learning environment. A familiarisation paper is available on our website. The assessment will be held at Habs on 23 November. It includes: - English and verbal reasoning (40 minutes) - Maths and non-verbal reasoning (45 minutes)
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S TEP 4: INTERVIEW AND TE AM E XERCISE
Approximately half of students are invited back for an interview and team exercise.
This enables us to look beyond assessment results and gain a deeper understanding of each student's interests, character, aspirations and potential contribution to the Habs community. It also provides an opportunity to see how students engage with others, respond to challenge and approach new situations—qualities that underpin the Habits developed throughout a Habs education. Parents are also invited to an informal meeting with members of the leadership team. S TEP 5: BURSARY MEETINGS
Families applying for financial support meet confidentially with the Finance Team to discuss their application. S TEP 6: OFFERS
Successful students receive an offer to join Habs Girls, together with opportunities to visit the school and begin becoming part of the Habs community.
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Opportunity for All
Opening Doors Changing Lives At Habs, we believe that talent, ambition and potential can be found in every community. Our purpose is to empower young people to make a profound impact in the world, and we are committed to ensuring that a Habs education is accessible to students who will flourish here, regardless of their financial circumstances. 40
Through our bursary programme, we provide life-changing opportunities for bright, ambitious young people whose families would not otherwise be able to access an independent school education. Each year, around 10% of our Senior School students benefit from bursary support, helping to create a diverse community enriched by a wide range of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences.
For us, bursaries are about more than financial assistance. They are about widening opportunity, nurturing potential and ensuring that talented young people can develop the knowledge, character and Habits to thrive, lead and make a profound impact in the world.
Bursaries at Habs Means-tested awards based on financial need Support may include fees, lunches, transport, educational visits, technology and co-curricular opportunities
A Habs education should be defined by potential, not circumstance.
Click here to hear more from our bursary students.
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Available for 11+, 13+ and 16+ entry
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Scholarships
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Recognising Excellence. Inspiring Contribution. Scholarships at Habs recognise students who demonstrate exceptional talent, ability or potential in their chosen field. More than an award, a scholarship is an opportunity to develop a passion, contribute to the wider life of the school and inspire others through commitment, curiosity and enthusiasm.
The Habs Scholar Like all Habs students, scholars are encouraged to develop the Habits that will help them use their talents in service of others.
Our scholars are: Curious learners who pursue knowledge with enthusiasm. Ambitious achievers who strive for excellence. Resilient individuals who embrace challenge. Thoughtful leaders who lift others up. Students with a strong moral compass who use their talents responsibly. As students progress through the school, scholars are encouraged to deepen their expertise, share their enthusiasm with others and become active contributors to the Habs community.
Academic* Art Creative writing
Students wishing to be considered for a specialist scholarship should complete an additional scholarship application form when completing their application to Habs Girls. Shortlisted students will be invited to take part in an additional assessment, audition, portfolio review or interview, depending on the scholarship category. *There is no separate application for an Academic Scholarship. Academic Scholarships are awarded automatically to students whose admissions assessments and interviews demonstrate exceptional academic potential.
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All scholarship applicants must first meet the academic standard required for admission to the school. Whether through bursaries that widen opportunity or scholarships that nurture exceptional talent, our goal is the same: to help every student develop the Habits, character and confidence to thrive, lead and make a profound impact in the world
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A Habs Scholar is recognised not only for excellence in their chosen field, but for the contribution they make to the wider life of the school.
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Outcomes that matter Excellence with purpose Academic excellence remains a hallmark of a Habs education.
Our students achieve outstanding examination results year after year, securing places at many of the world's leading universities and progressing to an extraordinary range of careers and opportunities. Yet we believe that examination results tell only part of the story. At Habs, success is not measured solely by grades or destinations. It is measured by the knowledge students gain, the character they develop and the positive impact they go on to make in the world. Academic achievement is important because it opens doors. What students choose to do once those doors are open matters even more.
The exceptional outcomes achieved by our students are built on the Habits that underpin a Habs education: curiosity, critical thinking, resilience, creativity and a commitment to continuous learning. These Habits help students flourish academically while also preparing them for the opportunities and challenges that lie ahead. Whether our students go on to study Medicine, Engineering, Computer Science, Economics, Law, the Arts or countless other disciplines, they leave Habs equipped not only with outstanding qualifications, but with the Habits, character and confidence to thrive, lead and make a positive difference throughout their lives.
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Our students progress to a remarkable range of universities in the UK and around the world, including: Oxford, Cambridge, Imperial, UCL, LSE, King's College London, Warwick, Bristol, Durham, St Andrews Alongside leading international destinations including: Columbia, New York University, Northwestern, McGill, Bocconi
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Our ambition is simple: that every student leaves Habs Girls as a curious learner, with outstanding qualifications, a strong moral compass and the Habits to thrive, lead and make a profound impact in the world.
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At Habs Girls, success is not measured solely by grades, university offers or career pathways.
It is measured by the difference our students make. Through our purpose, our values and our Habits, we develop curious learners, confident leaders and forces for good—students with the character, confidence and ambition to make a positive difference in the world.
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Any questions? Please contact our admissions team. admissionsgirls@habselstree.org.uk +44 (0)20 8266 1700
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