The short version
Average GCSE results. At capacity. Girls only.
- GCSE results are broadly in line with the national average (Attainment 8: 47.9 vs national 43.8)
- This is a girls-only school
- The school is at capacity (99% full)
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
47.9
4.1 vs nationalEnglish & maths (grade 5+)
Strong pass in both core subjects
0%
EBacc entry
Academic subjects including a language
0%
A-Level Average
Mean grade across subjects
A+
A-Level Value Added
Progress vs expected
+0.23
Band 2Source: Department for Education Performance Tables 2024-25
Special Educational Needs
13% of pupils have identified special educational needs or disabilities.
Breakdown
Source: DfE School Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Other independent school
- Ages
- 4–19
- Intake
- Girls
Numbers
- Pupils
- 954
- Capacity
- 99%
- Admissions
- Selective
Governance
- Local authority
- Camden
- Head
- Mrs Anna Paul (Headmistress)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- Yes
Inspection record
Official linksIndependent school not found on standard Ofsted provider pages; defer to later ISI-specific handling.
Location
3 Maresfield Gardens, London, NW3 5SS
Town setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmArnold House School
Independent · 1.4km away
Naima Jewish Preparatory School
Independent · 1.6km away
St John's Wood Primary School
Primary · 1.6km away
St George's Catholic School
Secondary · 1.6km away
St Augustine's Federated Schools: CE High School
Secondary · 1.7km away
Woodside School
Independent · 1.8km away
The School of the Islamic Republic of Iran
Independent · 2.0km away
Granville Plus Nursery School
Nursery · 2.1km away
Questions parents ask
Is South Hampstead High School GDST a selective school?
Yes. South Hampstead High School 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 South Hampstead High School GDST?
South Hampstead High School GDST currently has 954 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does South Hampstead High School GDST take?
South Hampstead High School GDST caters for pupils aged 4 to 19.
Where is South Hampstead High School GDST?
South Hampstead High School GDST is in London, NW3 5SS, in the Camden local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does South Hampstead High School GDST have a sixth form?
Yes, South Hampstead High School GDST has a sixth form, so pupils can continue to A-levels or equivalent qualifications without changing school.
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