The short version
Above-average GCSE results. Nearly full. Girls only.
- GCSE results are above the national average (Attainment 8: 49.0 vs national 43.8)
- This is a girls-only school
- The school is nearly full at 90% capacity
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
49.0
5.2 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
B+
A-Level Value Added
Progress vs expected
+0.34
Band 2Source: Department for Education Performance Tables 2024-25
Special Educational Needs
24% 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
- 736
- Capacity
- 90%
- Admissions
- Selective
Governance
- Local authority
- Lewisham
- Head
- Ms Antonia Geldeard (Headmistress)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- Yes
Inspection record
Official linksIndependent school not found on standard Ofsted provider pages; defer to later ISI-specific handling.
Location
19 Westwood Hill, London, SE26 6BL
Town setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmHarris Primary Academy Crystal Palace
Primary · 1.2km away
Paxton Primary School
Primary · 1.3km away
St John's Church of England Primary School
Primary · 1.4km away
Woodside Park School
Independent · 1.4km away
Alexandra Junior School
Primary · 1.4km away
Anerley School for Boys
Special school · 1.5km away
James Dixon Primary School
Primary · 1.7km away
Harris City Academy Crystal Palace
Secondary · 1.8km away
Questions parents ask
Is Sydenham High School, GDST a selective school?
Yes. Sydenham 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 Sydenham High School, GDST?
Sydenham High School, GDST currently has 736 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does Sydenham High School, GDST take?
Sydenham High School, GDST caters for pupils aged 4 to 19.
Where is Sydenham High School, GDST?
Sydenham High School, GDST is in SE26 6BL, in the Lewisham local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does Sydenham High School, GDST have a sixth form?
Yes, Sydenham High School, GDST has a sixth form, so pupils can continue to A-levels or equivalent qualifications without changing school.
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