Independent schools in and near London

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Blackheath High School

London
Blackheath High School

With its ethos ‘where girls boldly go’ Blackheath High School inspires girls to think big and love learning. With £18 million invested in new buildings and facilities, it offers a unique learning environment in state-of-the-art accommodation between beautiful Royal Greenwich Park and Blackheath Village.

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Bromley High School

London
bromley school

Bromley High School has been offering an exceptional education to girls from the age of three upwards, since 1883. Its dedicated teachers nurture a unique spirit of enquiry and an independence of mind, so that every child can excel.

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Croydon High School

London
Croydon High School

With its mantra ‘Every Girl, Every Day’, Croydon High School strives for something new and memorable for its pupils in every learning experience. Girls are encouraged to be themselves and work with their teachers in an atmosphere of mutual respect.

  • Address:
    Old Farleigh Road Selsdon, Croydon South Croydon CR2 8YB
  • Age range:
    3 - 18 years
  • Size:
    745 pupils
  • Boarding type:
    Day only (no boarding)
  • Headteacher:
    Annabel Davies
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  • Address:
    Old Farleigh Road Selsdon, Croydon South Croydon CR2 8YB
  • Age range:
    3 - 18 years
  • Size:
    745 pupils
  • Boarding type:
    Day only (no boarding)
  • Headteacher:
    Annabel Davies
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Kensington Prep School

London
Kensington Prep School

Kensington Prep School is a trailblazing school for girls aged 4-11, in Fulham. Its ethos, ‘Growing Great Minds’, is embodied in highly innovative learning experiences, inspiring pupils go on to some of the best senior schools in London and beyond.

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Northwood College for Girls

London
Northwood College for Girls

Northwood College is a warm family community, with happy, balanced and capable girls at its heart. Its framework for successful learning and optimal educational outcomes empowers every girl, individually, to develop and embrace her unique intellectual and creative talents.

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Notting Hill & Ealing High School

London
notting hill & ealing school

One of London’s most successful girls’ schools, with a long tradition of academic and creative excellence, Notting Hill & Ealing High School develops grounded, confident students, proud of their school and keen to make a positive difference in the world.

  • Address:
    2 Cleveland Road London W13 8AX
  • Age range:
    4 - 18 years
  • Size:
    908 pupils
  • Boarding type:
    Day only (no boarding)
  • Headteacher:
    Matthew Shoults
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  • Address:
    2 Cleveland Road London W13 8AX
  • Age range:
    4 - 18 years
  • Size:
    908 pupils
  • Boarding type:
    Day only (no boarding)
  • Headteacher:
    Matthew Shoults
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Putney High School

London
Putney High School

Academically high-achieving and rounded, Putney High School is as down-to-earth as it is dynamic. Its ‘modern scholarship’ ethos makes learning challenging, fun and relevant, with innovative programmes exploring everything from the Biophilic Classroom, to entrepreneurship and designing a sustainable future.

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South Hampstead High School

London
South Hampstead High School GDST

A buzzing academic powerhouse since 1876, South Hampstead is amongst the country’s leading schools. With kindness and curiosity at its core, its goal is to ensure that pupils thrive intellectually and personally, and leave ready to make their mark on the world.

  • Address:
    3 Maresfield Gardens London NW3 5SS
  • Age range:
    4 - 18 years
  • Size:
    943 pupils
  • Boarding type:
    Day only (no boarding)
  • Headteacher:
    Anna Paul
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  • Address:
    3 Maresfield Gardens London NW3 5SS
  • Age range:
    4 - 18 years
  • Size:
    943 pupils
  • Boarding type:
    Day only (no boarding)
  • Headteacher:
    Anna Paul
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Streatham & Clapham High School

London
Streatham & Clapham GDST

Streatham & Clapham offers a diverse community in which every girl’s unique strengths are celebrated and developed. Shaping girls’ education since 1887, Streatham & Clapham provides first-rate facilities overlooking extensive parkland in one of London’s most vibrant urban areas.

  • Address:
    42 Abbotswood Road London SW16 1AW
  • Age range:
    3 - 18 years
  • Size:
    888 pupils
  • Boarding type:
    Day only (no boarding)
  • Headteacher:
    Mrs Cathy Ellott
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  • Address:
    42 Abbotswood Road London SW16 1AW
  • Age range:
    3 - 18 years
  • Size:
    888 pupils
  • Boarding type:
    Day only (no boarding)
  • Headteacher:
    Mrs Cathy Ellott
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Sutton High School

London
sutton girls school

Girls excel at Sutton High School because they are valued as individuals. Empowering pupils to embrace challenge and love learning, Sutton guides every ‘fiercely independent’ girl towards her own success, ensuring that she leaves confident, and ready to forge her own path.

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Sydenham High School

London
Sydenham High School

Sydenham High School is a high-achieving school on a smaller scale, where every girl is visible, valued and supported. With their independent minds, courage and respect for themselves and others, its pupils are the embodiment of the school’s motto, ‘Fear Nothing’.

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Wimbledon High School

London
girls school in Wimbledon

Wimbledon High School encourages edgy thinking, risk-taking and lots of fun. Proud to do things a little differently, Wimbledon’s mission is to prepare students for an unknown future where intellectual agility, creativity and problem-solving will be their superpowers.

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Why study in London?

You’ll be learning in the heart of England’s education, with some of the world’s best universities and schools located in the area, such as Cambridge University and the University of Oxford.

The schools in London are often renowned for their strong academic curriculum and excellent extracurricular activities. These institutions provide students with plenty of opportunities to hone their skills, both academically and creatively.

Not only does studying in London offer educational benefits, but it also provides students with an exciting cultural experience that they will never forget. From Big Ben to Buckingham Palace, London offers incredible cultural attractions and experiences.

Whilst getting an academic education you can enjoy the capital cities culture, exploring everything from museums and galleries to parks.

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