We are delighted you are considering a GDST education for your daughter. We are a family of award-winning independent girls’ schools across the UK and are globally recognised experts in girls’ education. Each year, girls from across the UK and around the world join our family of schools, bringing with them a rich diversity of backgrounds, talents and aspirations.
At GDST, we offer an academically ambitious, enriching and empowering environments where girls learn without limit and go on to lead lives without limits. Our schools nurture curiosity, celebrate individuality, and equip every girl with the confidence, skills and self-belief to shape her own future and make a difference in the world. We welcome applications from families of all nationalities, faiths and backgrounds.
Our schools are for girls aged 3-18 and are in beautiful towns and cities across England and Wales. If you do you not yet have accommodation arrangements, please see the Homestay offer for trusted Guardianship options across the UK. If you wish to board, Royal High School, Bath offers girls aged 12 – 18 boarding options in the beautiful surroundings of this historical city. We invite you to look through our schools and find a place that suits your family.
Boarding Homestay/ Guardianshipof girls achieved grades 9 - 7 compared to 22% nationally (2025)
of girls achieved grades A* - B compared to 55% nationally (2025)
of GDST girls received offers for their first choice of University including 100 who received Oxford or Cambridge offers (2024)
We continuously adapt our teaching methods to ensure girls receive the best possible education. From the thoughtful design of our schools to the carefully structured timetable, and the personalised approach to delivering the curriculum, we create a supportive environment where girls can excel academically, grow in confidence, and develop essential life skills. We focus on fostering a holistic learning experience, ensuring that each student reaches her full potential in both academics and personal development.
Over 90% of our students go onto university, 71% of whom secure places at their first-choice universities, a testament to the quality of education they receive. Additionally, we offer unique and limitless educational opportunities through partnerships with world-renowned institutions such as the London School of Economics (LSE), American Express (Amex), Airbus, NASA and many more. These collaborations provide students with unparalleled experiences, preparing them for success in their future academic and professional endeavours and providing opportunities for networking.
With 100,000 Alumnae spanning the globe, we have the largest female network of its kind. This brings plentiful opportunities to advise, inspire and mentor GDST girls.
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