Sydenham High School GDST

Girls, 4-18
Day
South East London

"Sydenham High School is an independent day school for girls aged 4 to 18 in South East London. The school was founded in 1887 and prides itself on 'enriching young minds in a way that will endure a lifetime.'"

  • Sydenham High School is a girls-only pre-prep, prep and senior day school.
  • The school welcomes approximately 800 girls aged from 4 to 18 years.
  • Sydenham High School is located at 19 Westwood Hill in South East London.
Find answers to frequently asked questions about Sydenham High School GDST.
Age
Girls, 4-18
Type
Pre-Prep, Prep & Senior
Category
Day
Size
800 pupils
Sydenham High School GDST

Antonia Geldeard is Head of Sydenham High School GDST.

Ethos of Sydenham High School GDST

Sydenham High is 'selective and diverse, welcoming girls with wide-ranging talents and backgrounds into a close community that is large enough to offer choice and flexibility but compact enough to ensure that no girl is overlooked.'

Head Antonia Geldeard says: '135 years ago four pioneering women championed the unfashionable cause of education for women, with the aim to provide an academic grounding, first-class teaching and an environment that developed character and personality.

'Radical at the time, but a shining example of the values of courage, resilience and determination that Sydenham High School is built upon. Our motto of “Fear Nothing” emboldens pupils as they forge their own path through life.'

Sydenham High actively encourages its pupils to step outside their comfort zones, developing independence, curiosity of mind and the courage to take risks. This mentality is fostered throughout the school, allowing every pupil to develop academic enthusiasm and the ability and awareness to stand up for what is right. Ready to call out inequality or injustice in whatever form it may present itself, pupils have strong moral compasses, and are accepting and respectful of themselves and others.

A Sydenham High education is about so much more than an excellent set of results. The inclusive nature of the school is a point of pride, and a lifelong love of learning is fostered through tailor-made enrichment opportunities such as their Lecture Series, Socrates Programme, Plato Programme and #700STEMChallenge.

Alumnae have gone on to become climate change consultants, doctors, authors, scientists, artists, Grammy Award-winning musicians and even a horse-racing icon. Our girls value remaining true to themselves even if that means going against the grain.

There is no mould for a Sydenham High pupil and that’s what makes the school so special.

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Sydenham High School GDST

Visiting Sydenham High School

Open Events provide a wonderful opportunity to visit a school and discover more about the community, values and ethos. Find out more about open mornings at Sydenham High School GDST.

Sep
20

Whole School Open Morning

Sydenham High School GDST

Sydenham High School Fees, Inspections & Governance

Inspections

Sydenham High School GDST is inspected by the Independent Schools Inspectorate (ISI) on behalf of the Department for Education. Routine inspections take place once every three years.

Governance

The school is a registered charity managed by trustees. Read more about the charity structure and how it is run on the Charity Commission website. The school is part of the registered charity, the Girls' Day School Trust, which runs 25 girls' schools nationally.

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Sydenham High School Admissions

To find out more about Sydenham High School GDST, contact the Admissions team at the school.

Sydenham High School GDST location map
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Sydenham High School GDST
19 Westwood Hill, London, SE26 6BL.

Girls, 4-18 · Day

To discover more, visit the Sydenham High School GDST website.

Sydenham High School GDST Leavers' Destinations

At the end of their time at Sydenham High School GDST, pupils go on to a number of leading senior schools. Recent destinations include:

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