Welcome

Our Senior School is particularly distinctive and the pupils and the staff are immensely proud of their school. Many remark on the warm, friendly, and ambitious feel to the Senior School and the genuine sense of community and belonging.

We have been recognised with several education awards for our inclusive environment, where everyone feels a sense of belonging and that they matter.

Academic excellence is complemented by pastoral excellence. Enriching and exceptional co-curricular activities add an additional and exciting layer to the day-to-day education the pupils receive.

We get to know the strengths of each of our pupils and personalise their educational journey so that they reach their full potential.

Our motto, Nyle ye Drede, (‘Fear Nothing’) is reflected in everything the pupils do here so they are not just academically successful, but are also well-rounded, resilient, independent and well equipped for the demands of today’s global society.

—Ms Antonia Geldeard
Head

Care & Wellbeing

We are known as a warm and nurturing school, ambitious for every girl but within a supportive learning environment where girls grow in confidence and knowledge.

Pastoral care is an essential part of a successful education. We want every pupil to feel happy, secure and confident so that they benefit fully from the first-class education offered.

Pastoral care

Sydenham GDST girls in classroom with hands up

Academic life

In the Lower School (Years 7 to 9), we strive to ensure that every pupil learns to love learning, in an environment where they are challenged and inspired. In the Upper School (Years 10 and 11) we not only prepare our pupils academically for their GCSE examinations, but we also continue to develop their personal skills and encourage them to be active learners who think for themselves.

Our curriculum

Academic elevation

Socrates once said ‘the unexamined life is not worth living’ and our bespoke programme for the Lower School, coined in the great philosopher’s name, intends to foster that mentality.

There are a plethora of academic stretch opportunities. Click below to find out more.

Academic Elevation

Pupils are interested in their lessons and actively involve themselves with their learning.