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Inspired writing in Junior Schools

By GDST

Since 2015, a number of GDST Junior Schools have been working with Philip Davis and Laura Mae Brown of Write Inspired to help our teachers develop a more creative approach to literacy, with improved engagement and motivation of the children, thereby improving pupils’ writing and communication skills.

Portsmouth High School hosts school reunion

By GDST

Portsmouth High School is hosting a school reunion for the classes of 1956, 66, 76, 86, 96 and 2006.

Put yourself in your children’s shoes to support young people online says head of leading independent girls’ school group

By GDST

“Parents must feel empowered to talk to their children about their lives online” – Helen Fraser, CEO of the Girls’ Day School Trust (GDST)

GDST in the news – Spring 2016

By GDST

Over the past four months GDST experts have been quoted extensively in the media.

Portsmouth High School girl’s code to be sent to Tim Peake on board the International Space Station

By GDST Portsmouth High School

Portsmouth High School’s Lowena Hull, 13, was the winner, in the 11-13 category, of the Astro-Pi coding challenge competition.

Wimbledon High Alumna recognised for efforts in the workplace

By GDST

Alison Berryman left Wimbledon High in 1993 and is now Chief Operations and Technology Officer at Barclaycard UK Cards.  She…

Vote now for the Alumna of the Year 2016

By GDST

We are delighted to reveal the shortlist for this year’s Alumna of the Year, our annual award celebrating the considerable…

Portsmouth High School alumna returns with her children to take part in Sir William Dupree and Phyllis Loe Chess Tournament

By GDST

Portsmouth High School alumna, and previous winner of the Phyllis Loe Chess Tournament, returned with her two children, Henri Blin,…

Nomura ‘First Step’ internship

By GDST

After a competitive process, 12 GDST students were selected to take part in Nomura’s ‘First Step’ work experience programme during the Easter holidays.

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