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Northwood College for Girls GDST
Northwood College for Girls GDST is a school for girls aged 3 to 18 located in Northwood, Middlesex.
Day fees
£14,712 – £26,166
Entry
Observation + InterviewSelective
Next deadline
Fri 6 Nov 2026Registration closes
Updated 4 months ago
At a glance
Key facts
Head
Rebecca Brown
Gender
Girls
Pupils
814
Location
Northwood, Hillingdon
Day or boarding
Day
Age range
3 to 18
Founded
1870
Entry points
3+, 4+, 5+, 6+, 7+, 8+, 9+, 10+, 11+, 12+, 13+, 14+, 15+, 16+
Bursaries
Up to 100% of fees
Scholarships
Music, Sport
A-level A*–A
66%
2024
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GCSE 9–7
68%
2024
Overview
About Northwood College for Girls GDST
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Northwood College for Girls GDST is an independent day school for girls aged 3 to 18, located in Northwood, London. Established in 1870, the school relocated to its current site on Maxwell Road in 1892. () As a member of the Girls' Day School Trust since 2014, it offers a rigorous curriculum designed to foster intellectual curiosity and personal development. ()
The school has achieved notable academic success, with 85% of students awarded grades 9–8 in GCSEs and 75% of A-Level grades at A*–B in 2024. () Extracurricular activities include a performing arts centre with a recital hall, a sports hall with an indoor swimming pool, and specialist studios for dance and art. () The campus is situated in Northwood, Greater London, providing a conducive environment for both academic and personal growth.
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Our take
Independent girls all-through school in Hillingdon for ages 3–19. Selective entry.
Best for
- Families wanting one school across the whole journey (ages 3–19) rather than separate prep + senior.
- Parents who want a single-sex environment for their daughter.
- Children who can demonstrate strong academics at entry assessment — this is a selective school.
Watch-outs
- Selective entry — assume some form of assessment at the relevant entry point. Plan tutoring or familiarisation early if needed.
- SEND provision isn't documented in our profile. If your child has an EHCP or specific learning needs, ask admissions about case-by-case capacity before applying.
- Single-sex (girls). Comfortable for some children, less so for others — worth a visit on a normal teaching day rather than only an open-day showcase.
AdmissionsApplication timeline
Admissions
Application timeline
- May19Open dayPassed
Not yet published: registration opens, registration closes, bursary deadline, assessment, interview, offers, acceptance deadline.
Fees & costFees
Fees & cost
Fees
£14,712 – £26,166per year · Day · 2026-27
By entry point · 2026-27
16+TBC
Nursery£14,712
Extras: registration, deposit, uniform, lunches, trips, music lessons, exam fees.
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Financial supportBursaries & Scholarships
Financial support
Bursaries & Scholarships
Beyond the classroomActivities & co-curricular
Beyond the classroom
Activities & co-curricular
sport
ClimbingGDST Swimming RallyGolfK Kwon DoLoko Cheer DanceNetball ClubNorthwood BalletSwimming ClubTrampolineTrampoliningYoga ParadiseZumba
music
Choirs and Vocal EnsemblesInstrumental EnsemblesMusic LessonsOrchestras and Bands
drama
Audition Preparation ClubCostume ClubDrama ClubGCSE Drama TripLAMDANational Youth Theatre Support ClubNWC Gym & Dance ShowSpeech and Drama FestivalStage Lighting Club
academic club
Biology WeekBiomedical SocietyCelebrating ScienceChemistry ClubComputingDissection ClubEngineering ClubGifted and Talented Club T+History ClubHouse Debate WeekKS3 Cyber Explorers Cup ChallengeLanguagesLearning French through TheatrePhysics Astronomy Club
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Public SpeakingSTEM Book Review ChallengeUK Mathematics Team ChallengeUKMT Intermediate Maths ChallengeUKMT Pink Kangaroo ChallengeUKMT Team Maths Challenge
service
Community ServiceDuke of Edinburgh AwardEco-clubNWC Eco ClubSuper Six Easter Challenge
other
Art SurgeryChessChess ClubCookeryFiremen Visit Bluebelle HouseLent ClubManga ArtStep Up Digital PartnershipVictoria & Albert Museum GCSE Art Trip
On campusFacilities
On campus
Facilities
sports
Sports facilitiesSwimming Pool
arts
Art StudiosInstrumental Practice RoomsMusic Technology SuitePerforming Arts CentreRecital Hall
academic
Astronomical TelescopeLibraryMaker SpaceScience Laboratories
wellbeing
Dining Hall
OutcomesLatest exam results
Outcomes
Latest exam results
66%
A-level A*–A
68%
GCSE 9–7
DestinationsWhere leavers go
Destinations
Where leavers go
2%
to Oxbridge (2022)
19%
to Russell Group
| 2022 | |
|---|---|
| Cohort | 48 |
| Oxbridge | 1 |
| Russell Group | 9 |
| US Ivy | 0 |
| Medicine | 1 |
Top universities (2022)
Oxford1
UCL4
King's College London2
LSE1
University of Manchester1
In the newsRecent coverage
In the news
Recent coverage
AlumniNotable alumni
Alumni
Notable alumni
Dame Judi Dench (actress)Dame Penelope Keith (actress)Dame Joan Collins (actress)Dame Margaret Rutherford (actress)
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What kind of child is Northwood College for Girls GDST best for?+
Northwood College for Girls GDST suits: Families wanting one school across the whole journey (ages 3–19) rather than separate prep + senior; Parents who want a single-sex environment for their daughter; Children who can demonstrate strong academics at entry assessment — this is a selective school.
How much are the fees at Northwood College for Girls GDST?+
Day fees at Northwood College for Girls GDST are £4,904 to £8,722 a term in 2026-27 (£14,712 to £26,166 a year). Extras such as lunches, uniform and trips are on top.
When is the next open day at Northwood College for Girls GDST?+
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How does admissions work?+
Northwood College for Girls GDST is selective. Expect an entrance assessment at each entry point.
Does Northwood College for Girls GDST support SEND?+
We don't hold SEND details for Northwood College for Girls GDST. Ask admissions early if your child has additional needs.
What ages does Northwood College for Girls GDST take?+
Northwood College for Girls GDST takes pupils from age 3 to 18.
Is Northwood College for Girls GDST a day or boarding school?+
Northwood College for Girls GDST is a day school.
Is Northwood College for Girls GDST co-educational or single-sex?+
Northwood College for Girls GDST is a girls' school.
Where is Northwood College for Girls GDST?+
Northwood College for Girls GDST is in Hillingdon, HA6 2YE.
How do I contact admissions at Northwood College for Girls GDST?+
Contact Northwood College for Girls GDST by phone on 01923825446.
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