A other independent school school in Lewisham. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for Sydenham High School, GDST.
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Strong performance in 5 subjects
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"Nyle ye Drede (Fear Nothing)"
Head’s Vision emphasizes that learning should be adventurous and joyful, anchored by the motto Nyle ye drede; three pillars of thought are Academic Expertise, Personal Development and Future Focus, with emphasis on being forward-thinking, using technology responsibly and empowering girls to lead and innovate.
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Wraparound care in the morning and after school in the form of Breakfast Club and After School Club.
Prep admissions: usual entry points are 4+ (Reception) and 7+ (Year 3); assessments are conducted (Prep 4+ involves a playgroup-style assessment; 7+ uses online papers and a team-building exercise); offers are issued after assessments; 4+ and 7+ have specified offer dates; there is provision for international applicants with a visa process (overseas application fee £240). Senior School admissions: usual entry point is 11+ (Year 7) with assessments in Mathematics, English, Verbal and Non-Verbal Reasoning, plus an interview and a reference; sample papers are available; there may be chance vacancies with email contact for queries. Sixth Form admissions: entry at 16+ with eight GCSE passes; minimum GCSE grades specified (generally at least grade 6 in most subjects, with some subjects requiring a grade 7, e.g., Biology, Chemistry, Physics and Maths, and Maths requiring a grade 7 for Physics/Chemistry/Maths study); external candidates are assessed/interviewed and offers made; deposits to secure a place are required by a deadline. International qualifications are considered; information on private tours/open days is available.
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