The GDST School Directory

The School Directory Discover our family of schools.

The Girls’ Day School Trust (GDST) is a family of independent schools and two academies across the UK, dedicated to academic and pastoral excellence. As pioneers and shapers of girls’ education for 153 years, we are global experts in tailoring learning experiences to nurture confident, happy and fearless young women. Our forward-thinking approach to education provides development opportunities beyond the curriculum and equips girls with the skills and attributes to become the leaders and changemakers of the future.

Welcome I am delighted to introduce you to the Girls’ Day School Trust (GDST), the UK’s leading family of independent girls’ schools with a global reputation for academic excellence and outstanding pastoral care. For over 150 years we have pioneered girls’ education, helping students learn without limits so that they go on to lead lives without limits.

Each year we warmly welcome more than 1,200 international students into inclusive, vibrant school communities where girls are encouraged to use their voice, explore their passions and develop the confidence to lead.

International students become part of a family that values individuality and belonging. They benefit from exceptional teaching, inspiring campuses and experiences that enrich learning and deepen cultural awareness.

At a GDST school, academic success and value for money are a given, with our schools consistently appearing at the top of performance league tables.

But a GDST education goes further. We build confidence, resilience and ambition in supportive environments tailored to the needs of girls and young women. We nurture fearless thinkers who speak with conviction and act with purpose, prepared and ready to make a difference in the world.

Our supportive alumnae network of 100,000 former students is the largest female professional network in the world, with members leading in every professional field from science and technology to the arts. We are delighted to present our GDST schools in London and across the UK through this brochure.

We look forward to working in partnership with you, listening and collaborating to support international families seeking an academically enriching and supportive experience for their daughters, helping them towards a future without limits.

Marianne Clarke Director of Engagement GDST Executive Leadership Team

International Admissions At the GDST, we combine academic excellence with an innovative, nurturing approach to education. Our schools are proud to welcome students from around the world, and we work hard to ensure a smooth transition for girls relocating to the UK. We welcome applications from international families and education consultants. Each school operates its own admissions process - please refer to individual school websites or contact us directly for guidance.

Our Entry Points The main entry stages are: • Junior School: Reception (age 4), Year 3 (age 7) • Senior School: Year 7 (age 11), Year 9 (age 13) • Sixth Form: Year 12 (age 16) We may also accommodate students moving to the UK at other times, subject to availability. Please contact us to discuss school options.

Our Admissions Process 1. Visit Us – Our schools host open days throughout the year and offer individual visits. Many also provide virtual tours online.

2. Registration – Applications are submitted online, and a registration fee applies.

3. Assessment and Interview – International applicants complete assessments in English and Maths and attend an interview with the Head or Senior Leader. Some schools may require additional assessments. References are requested from the student’s current school.

4. Offer – Places are confirmed upon acceptance and payment of the deposit.

Visa Sponsorship Our schools are licensed to provide visa sponsorship under the Child Student and Student routes. Sponsored pupils must meet UKVI eligibility criteria and pay the International Enrolment Fee. Visa sponsorship is available for pupils joining under one of the following arrangements: • Boarding at the Royal High School Bath • Living in Homestay • Living with a Parent holding a Parent of a Child Student visa • Living with a Close Relative All boarding and Homestay students must appoint an educational guardian.

GDST schools benefit from an experienced immigration adviser to support families and consultants throughout the sponsorship and visa application process, ensuring a smooth and efficient experience.

Contact Us For further information about our schools, admissions process, and visa sponsorship, please contact:

Charlotte Gasson

International Programme Lead c.gasson@wes.gdst.net

GDST London Schools

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Blackheath High School Bromley High School Croydon High School Kensington Prep School Northwood College for Girls Notting Hill & Ealing High School

7. Putney High School 8. South Hampstead High School 9. Streatham & Clapham High School 10. Sutton High School 11. Sydenham & Dulwich Girls 12. Wimbledon High School

Blackheath High School Ages: 3 - 18 years Vanbrugh Park, London, SE3 7AG Blackheath High School is an independent day school for girls aged 3-18 years. Applications are welcomed from girls and families who are seeking an environment where students aim high, individuality is prized, and girls have an excellent approach to learning.

Our students are bright, confident and enthusiastic learners with high expectations of themselves. Applications are welcomed at several entry points throughout the school, and all girls who join, no matter what stage of their education, will be warmly welcomed and quickly settled in to life at Blackheath High School.

Admissions Enquiries: Nursery, Reception and Junior School: +44 (0)20 8852 1537 Senior School and Sixth Form: +44 (0)20 8557 8409 or email admissions@bla.gdst.net

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Bromley High School Ages: 4 - 18 years Blackbrook Lane, Bickley, Bromley, Kent, BR1 2TW Bromley High School is built on the shared values of Curiosity, Compassion, and Courage, fostering an environment where academic achievement and personal growth go hand in hand.

We seek bright-minded girls who we believe will thrive at our school and make the most of the outstanding range of co-curricular opportunities that we offer.

We aim for the admissions process to be a straightforward one for parents and an exciting and enjoyable one for prospective pupils, whether they join us in the Junior School, Senior School, or in our Sixth Form.

To contact our Admissions team please email: admissions@bro.gdst.net

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Croydon High School Ages: 3 - 18 years Old Farleigh Road, Selsdon, Croydon, CR2 8YB

Welcome to Croydon High School – where girls aged 3-18 embark on an enriching educational journey. Located in Selsdon, South Croydon, our school was founded in 1874 and ever since we have been providing exceptional education for our pupils.

From Nursery to Sixth Form, we nurture our pupils and ensure they are real-world ready. Helping them with their career prospects, or further education at university.

Admissions Enquiries: +44 (0)20 8260 7543 or email admissions@cry.gdst.net

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Kensington Prep School Ages: 4 - 11 years 596 Fulham Road, Fulham, London, SW6 5PA Kensington Prep School is a trailblazing independent school for girls in Fulham. We focus on growing great minds – by encouraging girls from day one to investigate the world with confidence, supported by an incredibly rich and inspiring curriculum.

We have a proud tradition combined with innovative teaching. Our girls achieve outstanding results and go on to some of the best day and boarding schools in London and the country.

Admissions Enquiries: +44 (0)20 7731 9300 or email admissions@kenprep.gdst.net

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Northwood College for Girls Ages: 3 - 18 years Maxwell Road, Northwood, HA6 2YE Northwood College provides a vibrant, dynamic and welcoming community where ambition and expectations are set high and we dream big. Our culture of scholarship ignites intellectual curiosity and a thirst to discover whilst our knowledgerich and rigorous curriculum paves the way for a lifelong love of learning.

Our girls leave school happy and ambitious young women, ready to take their place in a world they see full of opportunity, and fully equipped with the confidence, skill set and values they need to excel.

Admissions Enquiries: +44 (0) 1923 845007 or email admissions@nwc.gdst.net

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Notting Hill & Ealing High School Ages: 4 - 18 years 2 Cleveland Road, London, W13 8AX Across Notting Hill & Ealing High School, we offer exceptional educational opportunities for girls of all ages, from Reception through to Sixth Form.

All girls, whatever their age, benefit from our “no either-or” ethos, where academic ambition happily coexists with a supportive and empowering atmosphere.

We pride ourselves on building the foundations that are central to an enjoyable and successful life in school, and beyond. When students are happy, confident and excited by challenges, they can make the most of the opportunities available to them and achieve their potential.

Admissions Enquiries: +44 (0)20 8991 2165 or email admissions@nhehs.gdst.net

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Putney High School Ages: 4 - 18 years 35 Putney Hill, London SW15 6BH Putney High School’s unique brand of modern scholarship provides an outstanding education that is bold, broad and intellectually thrilling.

Students are prepared for the future, instilled with fearless curiosity and a joyful ambition for originality and adventure.

Every year, we welcome exceptional girls at a variety of entry points. We realise that choosing the right school can seem daunting, therefore we aim for our admissions process to be fun and stimulating for girls, and simple and stress-free for parents. Our Admissions team are available to answer your questions, guide you through our admissions process and support you and your daughter from your very first enquiry.

Admissions Enquiries: +44 (0)20 8788 4886 or email admissions@put.gdst.net

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South Hampstead High School Ages: 4 - 18 years 3 Maresfield Gardens, London NW3 5SS With so many good schools to choose from, finding the best fit for your daughter is key.

South Hampstead pupils are characterised by a certain spark: they all possess tremendous academic potential and are defined by their willingness to give things a go. We want girls to be themselves, try new things, develop and express their own opinions and stand up for what they believe in.

When you visit the school, we hope you get the sense of that spirit, in a warm, friendly environment underpinned by values that matter: aspiration, courage, commitment, creativity and kindness.

Admissions Enquiries: Junior School: junioradmissions@shhs.gdst.net Senior School: senioradmissions@shhs.gdst.net

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Streatham & Clapham High School Ages: 3 - 18 years 42 Abbotswood Road, London, SW16 1AW At our all-girls independent school in Streatham and Clapham, our relationships foster collaboration and teamwork across the community.

In the spirit of our motto “Towards wisdom unafraid” we inspire our pupils to feel excited about learning, enriched by our wide-ranging and sometimes quirky co-curricular opportunities, grounded in a culture of excellent pastoral care where every pupil feels they belong. Our vision is to nurture excellence in every pupil so that they are stretched but not strained, to achieve beyond what they ever thought possible.

Admissions Enquiries: +44 (0)20 8677 8400 or email admissions@schs.gdst.net

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Sutton High School Ages: 3 - 18 years 55 Cheam Road, Sutton, SM1 2AX At Sutton High School we combine joyful learning, outstanding academic results and excellence in pastoral care.

We have been educating and inspiring girls for over 139 years. In that time, we have developed a strong sense of who we are and what we stand for. We are part of a pioneering movement that started over 150 years ago. Together with our sister GDST schools, we defied Victorian attitudes to women by providing a rigorous academic curriculum for local girls.

Our entirely bespoke curriculum enables every individual girl to maximise her potential in public examinations. We are proud of our students and our teachers for achieving outstanding results year after year.

Admissions Enquiries: +44 (0)20 8225 3001 or email admissions@sut.gdst.net

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Sydenham & Dulwich Girls Ages: 4 - 18 years 15 & 19 Westwood Hill, London, SE26 6BL “These energetic, sparky girls are encouraged to be go-getting and ambitious right from the start.”

- Good Schools Guide.

Awarded Private Girls’ School of the Year 2025, and Most Progressive UK School 2026 for our pioneering approach to preparing girls for their futures, Sydenham & Dulwich Girls is proud to inspire the future generation of creators, independent thinkers and trailblazers. We educate the whole person through a cohesive balance of academic challenge and personal development.

Our girls leave not only with ambition but with the insight, skills, and networks to realise it. In a world of uncertainty, we prepare our girls not just to navigate change, but to confidently shape it.

Admissions Enquiries: +44 (0)20 8557 7004 or email admissions@syd.gdst.net

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Wimbledon High School Ages: 4 - 18 years Mansel Road, London, SW19 4AB Since 1880, WHS has been educating girls to go out into the world and make a difference, and we continue to do so with pride, with energy and with imagination.

Last year, 42% of A Level results were graded at A*, backing up the well-evidenced narrative that girls thrive intellectually in girls only environments; but we’re also a happy school, grounded and fun: in brief, we take ourselves seriously and hold ourselves lightly, a mantra reflected in our approach of Playful Scholarship.

And, because of this, our girls achieve extraordinary things.

Admissions Enquiries: Junior School : junior-admissions@wim.gdst.net Senior School: senior-admissions@wim.gdst.net

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Brighton Girls Howell's School, Llandaff Newcastle High School for Girls Northampton High School Norwich High School for girls Nottingham Girls'

7. Oxford High School 8. Portsmouth High School 9. Redmaids’ High School 10. Royal High School Bath 11. Sheffield Girls’

Brighton Girls Ages: 4 - 16 years Montpelier Road, Brighton, BN1 3AT Brighton Girls is the only all-through, all-girls school in Brighton & Hove; a family of big sisters and little sisters, existing right at the heart of its creative, forward-thinking, dynamic community.

There is so much energy, enthusiasm for learning, and talent on display throughout the year.

Whether in the classroom or beyond, as part of our enrichment and co-curricular programme or our partnerships and community outreach, our girls engage with opportunities fearlessly and ambitiously.

Our curriculum is forward thinking and creative, empowering children to learn without limits.

Admissions Enquiries: +44 (0)1273 280 280 or email admissions@brightongirls.gdst.net

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Howell’s School, Llandaff Ages: 3 - 18 years Cardiff Road, Llandaff, Cardiff, CF5 2YD Founded in 1860, Howell’s has long been known for its academic excellence, its vibrant community, and its commitment to empowering young people. We are modern, innovative, and forwardlooking, preparing our students for the challenges and opportunities of an ever-changing world.

At Howell’s, our purpose is clear: to inspire each individual to discover what they love, to nurture their confidence, and to equip them to achieve their goals. Ambition looks different for every student, and we celebrate and support that individuality. We take the time to know our students personally, enabling them to flourish both inside and outside the classroom.

Admissions Enquiries: +44 (0)29 2026 1832 or email admissions@how.gdst.net

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Newcastle High School for Girls Ages: 3 - 18 years Tankerville Terrace, Jesmond, Newcastle, NE2 3BA At Newcastle High School for Girls, we are committed to offering an outstanding all-girl education from age 3 to 18, allowing all girls to flourish academically and pastorally and guiding them to their place in the world.

Our ethos is based around our belief that every girl has huge potential arising from her unique character, strengths and attributes. We support, nurture and challenge every girl to be the best version of herself, to achieve her potential and to approach life with real enjoyment and enthusiasm.

Admissions Enquiries: +44 (0)191 201 6511 or email admissions@ncl.gdst.net

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Northampton High School Ages: 2 - 18 years Newport Pagnell Road, Hardingstone, NN4 6UU Founded in 1878, our school enjoys the benefits of a long and illustrious heritage in the region and an indisputable reputation as an academic titan.

At Northampton High, our girls have the space to be seen and the voice to be heard. They are inspired to think and learn for themselves, and to enjoy and celebrate success, however they may define it. This is underpinned by our core values of always putting girls first and empowering them to trust in themselves. We firmly believe that girls should have limitless opportunities, avoiding a narrow focus on artificial barriers. .

Admissions Enquiries: +44 (0)1604 765765 or email nhs.admissions@nhs.gdst.net

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Norwich High School Ages: 3 - 18 years 95 Newmarket Road, Norwich, NR2 2HU Norwich High School for Girls is an award-winning independent day school for girls aged 3 to 18 set across an expansive 14 acre site in central Norwich on leafy Newmarket Road.

With around 600 pupils, we have a long tradition of fostering academic success and a strong record of attaining first choice university places; but we are about more than just exam results.

Ensuring each girl is valued and supported is at the heart of what we do. We are immensely proud of everything our students achieve; whether exam results, sporting, musical or creative endeavours or community service and charity work.

Admissions Enquiries: +44 (0)1603 453 265 or email: admissions@nor.gdst.net

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Nottingham Girls’ High School Ages: 3 - 18 years 9 Arboretum Street, Nottingham, NG1 4JB Nottingham Girls’ High School is a selective school with high standards, our academic success garners national recognition.

Our unique energy and passion powers some truly inspirational teaching, and we have a dynamic approach to learning.

Admissions Enquiries: +44 (0)115 941 7663 or email admissions@not.gdst.net

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Outstanding academic results from thoroughly engaged girls who go out into the world and smash those stereotypes. We’re specialists in educating girls and we’re passionate about empowering the female leaders of the future.

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Oxford High School Ages: 4 - 18 years Belbroughton Road, Oxford, OX2 6XA Oxford High School is a place of scholarship and learning tempered by spirit, fun and community.

Justifiably proud of its extraordinary academic outcomes, OHS is a place where young women are prepared for a world where they give back to others who have not had the same opportunities.

A place where young women are prepared for the demands of the future, led by committed and dedicated staff absolutely devoted to their students’ wellbeing and achievement.

The women who find their way here are curious, sparky and delight in challenge of any kind, whether it is joining the water polo club, singing opera for the first time or managing our very own hives of bees.

Admissions Enquiries: +44 (0)1865 478678 or email admissions@oxf.gdst.net

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Portsmouth High School Ages: 3 - 18 years 23 Kent Road, Southsea, Hampshire, PO5 3EQ Portsmouth High School is a school where you can be sure your daughter will thrive.

We have a long and unrivalled track record in educating girls, and so we understand precisely what a girl needs to be the best she can possibly be. We know, for example, that girls learn best when they feel safe, secure and happy. And where they know professional help and guidance is a constant.

With this front and centre of all we do, we nurture every girl. We encourage her, and we’ll challenge her, too.

Admissions Enquiries: +44 (0)23 9282 6714 or email admissions@por.gdst.net

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Redmaids’ High School Ages: 7 - 18 years Westbury Road, Westbury-on-Trym, Bristol, BS9 3AW What is it you look for in a school? A purposeful learning environment where every pupil is truly known? An extensive range of opportunities? A place where your daughter will feel happy and well-cared for?

We offer all of this and so much more. As the oldest existing girls’ school in the country, with almost 400 years of distinguished history we have significant expertise when it comes to educating girls.

Admissions Enquiries: +44 (0)117 962 2641 or email: admissions@redmaidshigh.gdst.net

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Royal High School Bath Ages: 9 - 18 years Lansdown Road, Bath, BA1 5SZ Royal High is a remarkable school for girls to belong to. Girls will always come first for us - everything we do is built around girls and their needs.

At the heart of what we do is a desire to educate and empower a school of curious young people by equipping them with the skills, confidence and compassion to live a life unlimited. Along with the academic excellence the school is renowned for, we pride ourselves on how we nurture compassion as much as excellence, where girls support each other as they build skills and confidence for learning and in life.

Admissions Enquiries: +44 (0)1225 313877 or email: admissions@rhsb.gdst.net

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Sheffield Girls’ Ages: 4 - 18 years 10 Rutland Park, Sheffield, S10 2PE Since 1878 we have been at the heart of all-girls education in Yorkshire and are proud to continue to achieve amongst the top academic results in the region each year.

At Sheffield Girls’ every pupil is valued for her own talents and interests and encouraged as an individual to question, challenge and be a curious and engaged learner. Our pupils and staff alike live the school values of courage, kindness and positivity, within our friendly and nurturing environment.

Admissions Enquiries: +44 (0)114 358 7602 or email: enquiries@she.gdst.net

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“When I look at the incredible young women around me - in my class, across the GDST...I see a future full of courage, potential and brilliance. That future isn’t just bright. It’s dazzling.” – Year 13, Howell’s School

Where girls learn without limits General enquiries 10 Bressenden Place, London, SW1E 5DH United Kingdom +44 (0)20 7393 6666 info@wes.gdst.net