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Nottingham Girls' High School GDST

Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, United Kingdom

GirlsDay boardingAges 3-18Independent

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Academics

Qualifications offered

GCSEA-Level

Entrance requirements

Selective school. Infant/Junior: informal "Ready for School" assessment or meeting with Head of Nursery, Infant and Juniors. Year 7: entrance exam in January (no specific preparation required; looking for potential). Years 8–10: entrance assessment (in school or online), school reference, and interview with Head. Sixth Form (Year 12): visit/tour, interview with Head of Sixth Form, school reference, and minimum average Grade 6 across eight GCSEs including English and Maths.

Life & activities

Sports

FootballCricketNetballBasketballClimbing

Arts

MusicDramaArt

Extra-curricular

Music clubsSport clubsArt clubsDissection clubPerforming artsLeadership activitiesCareers activities

Boarding & pastoral

Boarding type: Day

Pastoral care: The school prioritises a tailored support system that helps build well-rounded individuals who are confident, happy and successful. ISI inspection noted positive relationships between staff and pupils grounded in mutual respect.

Latest inspection

Positive – "Relationships between staff and pupils are positive and grounded in mutual respect" (ISI Inspection Report March 2024)

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