Education News & School Guides

As a parent, teacher, student, or member of the community – keeping up-to-date with the latest educations news in the UK is important to ensure you have a strong understanding of the education scene, allowing you to deliver the best opportunities for children. 

All of the GDST news right here! Including everything from schools’ successes, GDST events, alumnae stories, think pieces, interviews, GDST Book Club and various opportunities for past, current and future students.

Members of The High Boutique pitched their sustainable fashion idea at the recent LEAD showcase hosted by LSE

The GDST marks Fashion Revolution Week 2022

The GDST are proud to have a number of ongoing projects which encourage our students to take a stand against fast fashion.

Captain Maryla Ingham, The First Female Royal Navy Captain

Captain Maryla Ingham has taken command of HMS Protector – the Royal Navy’s only Ice Patrol Ship, making history by becoming the first woman to hold the rank of Captain and command a major ship unit in the Royal Navy.

LEAD Showcase March 2022

Y12 Students from across the GDST family came together at London School of Economics for the GDST LEAD Final Showcase.

Sutton’s zero carbon masterplan

Sutton High School GDST hold the ‘Topping Out’ ceremony of their net zero carbon masterplan development, Fernwood House.

Earth Warriors

GDST is partnering with Earth Warriors to help empower some of our youngest pupils to feel they can take meaningful action to combat climate change.

What Is Neurodiversity and Why Do We Need It?

As part of Neurodiversity Celebration Week 2022 we looked at what ‘neurodiversity’ means and why we should recognise and value differences in thinking.

International Women’s Day

Every year, International Women’s Day provides a powerful and poignant reminder of what everyone at the GDST strives for every day. And in 2022, this has never been so vital.

PARENT FAQ – GDST proposed changes to teachers’ pensions

A FAQ Guide for Parents to understand the GDST proposed changes to teachers’ pensions.

Portsmouth High School celebrate 140 years with a Gala concert

Portsmouth High School celebrate 140 years with a Gala Concert at the Cathedral of St Thomas, Old Portsmouth.

A family of schools

23 independent schools and two academies in England and Wales