The short version
Above-average GCSE results. 89% capacity. Girls only.
- GCSE results are above the national average (Attainment 8: 69.9 vs national 43.8)
- This is a girls-only school
Selective intake
This school offers places by entrance exam. See how 11+ formats differ between schools — and which exam boards they use.
Performance
DfE published dataOfficial DfE Results
Attainment 8
Average points across 8 GCSE subjects
69.9
26.1 vs nationalEnglish & maths (grade 5+)
Strong pass in both core subjects
94%
52.5pp vs nationalEBacc entry
Academic subjects including a language
39%
A-Level Average
Mean grade across subjects
B+
A-Level Value Added
Progress vs expected
+0.17
Band 3Source: Department for Education Performance Tables 2024-25
Special Educational Needs
15% of pupils have identified special educational needs or disabilities.
Breakdown
Source: DfE School Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Other independent school
- Ages
- 3–19
- Intake
- Girls
Numbers
- Pupils
- 891
- Capacity
- 89%
- Admissions
- Selective
Governance
- Local authority
- Hillingdon
- Head
- Mrs Rebecca Brown (Headteacher)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- Yes
- Nursery
- Yes
Inspection record
Official linksIndependent school not found on standard Ofsted provider pages; defer to later ISI-specific handling.
Location
Maxwell Road, Northwood, Middlesex, HA6 2YE
Town setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmLondon School of Theology
Miscellaneous · 431m away
St Helen's School
Independent · 560m away
Holy Trinity CofE Primary School
Primary · 794m away
St Martin's School
Independent · 858m away
Frithwood Primary School
Primary · 863m away
Hillside Junior School
Primary · 1.2km away
Hillside Infant School
Primary · 1.2km away
St John's School
Independent · 1.6km away
Questions parents ask
Is Northwood College for Girls GDST a selective school?
Yes. Northwood College for Girls GDST has a selective intake, which means places are offered based on performance in an entrance exam. Check the school's admissions page for the current exam format and registration deadlines.
How many pupils attend Northwood College for Girls GDST?
Northwood College for Girls GDST currently has 891 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does Northwood College for Girls GDST take?
Northwood College for Girls GDST caters for pupils aged 3 to 19.
Where is Northwood College for Girls GDST?
Northwood College for Girls GDST is in Northwood, HA6 2YE, in the Hillingdon local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does Northwood College for Girls GDST have a sixth form?
Yes, Northwood College for Girls GDST has a sixth form, so pupils can continue to A-levels or equivalent qualifications without changing school.
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