Sydenham High School, GDST

A other independent school school in Lewisham. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for Sydenham High School, GDST.

, SE266BL Age 4-19 Girls intake
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Primary schools

  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 40.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Secondary schools

  • Progress 8 score 40.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

All-through schools

  • Progress 8 score 25.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 15.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Secondary with Sixth Form schools

  • Progress 8 score 20.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • Continue in education or training 20.0%
  • Sustained employment 20.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Sixth Form Only schools

  • Continue in education or training 40.0%
  • Sustained employment 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Special schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Alternative Provision schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Independent schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

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Contact Information

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Source: GIAS
Address
19 Westwood Hill
Sydenham
, SE266BL

Location

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School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
100757
Type
Other independent school
Phase
Independent
Address
19 Westwood Hill, Sydenham, SE26 6BL
Age range
4-19
Gender
Girls
School status
Open
Capacity
814 pupils
Setting
Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
Sixth Form
Yes
Nursery
No

School Performance Data

Official government statistics

Source: DfE

School Demographics

Total Pupils
757
Special Educational Needs
0.1% (1 pupils)

Key Performance Indicators

Attainment 8:
55.9 (+16.4 vs average)

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Class Size Information

Average Class Size
24 pupils
Very Good
Pupils per Year Group
47
Average across all year groups
Total School Size
757 pupils
4-19

Subjects This School Excels At

Subjects where students perform significantly above national average

Study Skills (Extended Project (Diploma))
(20 students)
Sociology (GCE A level)
(7 students)
Psychology (GCE A level)
(7 students)
History (GCE A level)
(7 students)
Chemistry (GCE A level)
(7 students)

Strong performance in 5 subjects

From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

"Nyle ye Drede (Fear Nothing)"

Courage & Character Curiosity for Learning Culture of Kindness Generosity of Spirit

Head Teacher's Message

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.

Extracurriculars

Sports

Netball Hockey Football Rugby Cricket Tennis

Facilities

Dining Hall & Orangery Longton Hall Recital Hall Westwood Theatre Lecture Theatre General classrooms Sports Hall Sportsground

Curriculum Highlights

Academic Elevation Elevate Curriculum Socrates Programme EPQ (Extended Project Qualification) #700STEMChallenge Upper School Research Diploma Power Skills Programme Futures Programme

Wraparound Care

Breakfast Club: Yes After-School Care: Yes

Wraparound care in the morning and after school in the form of Breakfast Club and After School Club.

Admissions Criteria

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.

Financial Information

Scholarships: Available Bursaries: Available

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