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Howell's School Llandaff GDST

Cardiff, Cardiff, United Kingdom

GirlsDay boardingAges 3-18Independent

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Academics

Qualifications offered

GCSEA-LevelPre-Prep

Entrance requirements

Registration fee of £180 (Prep School, Senior School and College); £750 deposit on acceptance. GCSE grades required for College entry.

Life & activities

Sports

Hockey

Arts

Performing ArtsImmersive Theatre

Extra-curricular

ClubsSuper-Curricular ProgrammeHonours ProgrammeCollege Lecture ProgrammeEuropean Youth ParliamentWraparound Care

Boarding & pastoral

Boarding type: Day

Dining: Lunch available at £286 per term (£72 per month) for Senior and Prep schools; included in Nursery fee structure.

Pastoral care: Outstanding pastoral care noted; dedicated Wellbeing provision in Senior School; Additional Learning Needs support available across Prep and Senior schools.

Latest inspection

Estyn inspection 2024 – "Howell's is an extremely happy school built upon a culture of kindness and the humble pursuit of excellence." Pupils and staff create an environment that values learning, opportunity and growth.