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Notting Hill & Ealing High School

An academically excellent school that nurtures its pupils and helps them to develop into happy, confident girls.

EalingAll ThroughGirlsAges 3–18Day624 pupils
Day fees
£29,424
How competitive entry is
School Exam + InterviewCompetitive entry
Pupils
624
Founded
1873
Next deadline
Assessment: 5 Nov 2026
Verified 1 month agosource
Houseroom Index 2026
67.3/100· ranked #56 of UK independents
78% data confidence·v2026.4.0·-22 vs Parent Power
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Pillar breakdown
Academic outcomes64
Destinations & outcomes72
Future-readiness55
Pastoral & wellbeing70
Pupil flourishing65
Value-add56
Access & breadth75
Parent sentiment70
External consensus85

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Our take

Independent girls all-through school in Ealing for ages 4–18. Selective entry.

Best for
Who thrives here
  • Families wanting one school across the whole journey (ages 4–18) 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
Know before applying
  • Selective entry — assume some form of assessment at the relevant entry point. Plan tutoring or familiarisation early if needed.
  • 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.
AI-generated guidance

About the head

Mrs Allison Saunders MA (Hons) leads NHEHS, a GDST school founded in 1873. She is known for her no-either-or philosophy — that academic ambition and a friendly, supportive culture reinforce each other.

A no-either-or school where academic excellence and a warm, empowering atmosphere coexist, and happy, confident pupils achieve their potential.

ExcellenceEmpowermentKindnessCuriosityConfidenceCommunity

Distinctive features

Specialist subject teaching from Year 1 (Music, Science, Spanish, Swimming)

Founder member of the Girls' Day School Trust (1873)

London Independent School of the Year 2024

U18 National Water Polo Champions 2026

Wraparound care offered

Rated Excellent in all areas at 2025 ISI inspection

Activities & co-curricular

sport

AthleticsCricketCross CountryHockeyNetballSportSwimmingTennisWater Polo

drama

The Arts

service

Charity & Volunteering

other

Co-curricular clubsLeadership OpportunitiesTrips

Facilities

sports

Sixth Form gym10 metre high sports hall10 metre high sports hall with 4 on-side trampolinesFour court astro pitch25m swimming pool

arts

Recital HallGlass fronted studio for dance and fitness trainingArt facilitiesRecording studio and new music tech facilitiesDedicated Recital HallGlass fronted studio3D theatre studio250 seat auditorium

academic

New Junior School building (completed November 2023)Design and Technology facilitiesSixth Form CentreSpecialised science labs

wellbeing

Landscaped green spaces with outdoor seating (Sixth Form)Sixth Form cafe with indoor and outdoor seatingSixth Form social areaContemporary spacious 3 storey light filled atriumCentral landscaped courtyard

Latest exam results

Outcomes2025 A-LEVELS
91
A*-B

2025 A Level: 62% A*/A and ; consistent Russell Group destinations

62%
A-level A*–A
82%
GCSE 9–7
3%
Oxbridge offer rate
9%
Russell Group rate

Data from 2025 results

Where leavers go

3%
to Oxbridge (2025)
8%
to Russell Group
202520242021
Cohort7168179
Oxbridge225
Russell Group682
US Ivy000
Medicine1
Top universities (2025)
Aberystwyth University
Anglia Ruskin University
BIMM
City, University of London
California Institute of Technology (Caltech)
Camberwell College of Arts|UAL
Cardiff Metropolitan University
Cardiff University

Recent coverage

In 2025 NHEHS achieved 62% A*/A and 91% A*-B at A Level and was named London Independent School of the Year 2024; sixth form sits at 147 pupils.

Good Schools Guide review of NHEHS
London Independent School of the Year 2024
Ealing News A-level success coverage
School House Magazine schools guide entry
2025 ISI Inspection Report

Notable alumni

Dame Harriette Chick (nutritionist, helped cure rickets)Noor Inayat Khan GC (SOE agent, posthumous George Cross)Eirene White, Baroness White (Labour politician)Gertrude Ansell (suffragette)Kate Bush (briefly attended)Sara Pascoe (comedian)
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Open dayNot published
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Registration opensPassed
1 Sept 2025
Registration closesPassed
31 Mar 2026
Bursary deadlineNot published
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AssessmentNot published
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InterviewNot published
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OffersNot published
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Registration windows
YearOpensClosesReply byStatus
2026-271 Sept 202531 Mar 2026TBCClosed

Open events

Open Morning
Thu, 8 Oct 2026
11:00 am
Music Open Morning for 11+ entry 2027
Registration Close
Fri, 30 Oct 2026
16+ Registration Deadline
Exam
Thu, 5 Nov 2026
16+ Entrance Test
Registration Close
Fri, 6 Nov 2026
11+ Registration Deadline
Exam
Tue, 1 Dec 2026
11+ Entrance Test
Interview
Fri, 15 Jan 2027
10:00 am|NHEHS
11+ Interview
Dates to be confirmed
Junior Open DayRegister for upcoming Junior Open Days
Dates TBC
Sixth Form Open Event for 2027 entryDates advertised July 2026
Dates TBC
Music Scholarship auditionsLate January
Dates TBC
11+ Entrance TestEarly December 2026
Dates TBC
Sports Scholarship assessment dayJanuary
Dates TBC

Private tours and additional visits available by arrangement — contact admissions to arrange.

Talks & tasters

Thu, 8 Oct 2026Music Open Morning for 11+ entry 2027Open Morning

Fees

£29,424per year · Day · 2026-27
VAT-inclusive estimate £29,424Published as VAT-inclusiveYear 7-13 projection £234,799
vs London avg (£24,000)23% above
By entry point · 2026-27
4+£22,524
16+TBC
11+£29,424

Bursaries & Scholarships

Excerpts

‘Extraordinarily brilliant’ pastoral team, enthuse parents, who say school supports girls with a wide range of needs in a highly individualised and very joined-up way.

Pastoral care, inclusivity & discipline
Pastoral care, inclusivity & discipline

‘Extraordinarily brilliant’ pastoral team, enthuse parents, who say school supports girls with a wide range of needs in a highly individualised and very joined-up way. Starting point is helping each girl feel safe and secure to try things out – easy Mobile phone policy A clear...

House system

DarlingAustenFrySeacole

Wellbeing

Pastoral support runs from a Junior tutor system through Senior Heads of Year and a dedicated Sixth Form team, with House membership from Year 1 fostering vertical belonging. The school was rated Excellent across all areas in its 2025 ISI inspection.

Inspection

Isi 1 Mar 2025

2 inspection reports on file.

Compliant
  • Isi1 Jan 2025Excellent
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Term dates 2026-27

summer16 Apr 20274 Jun 2027Half-term 19 Apr 2027

Feeder schools

1 offer

Policies & documents

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Questions parents ask

Common questions about Notting Hill & Ealing High School, answered from this school’s structured profile data. Always confirm specifics with admissions before applying.

What kind of child is Notting Hill & Ealing High School best for?+

Independent girls all-through school in Ealing for ages 4–18. Selective entry.

How does admissions work?+

Admissions are selective — expect an entrance assessment at the relevant entry point. Plan tutoring or familiarisation early. See the admissions timeline above for confirmed dates.

Are fees published?+

Yes — see the Fees table further down the page. Add extras (uniform, trips, lunches, music tuition, registration fees) on top of the base figure before budgeting.

Does the school support SEND?+

Some SEND provision is documented in our profile, but specific conditions supported aren't itemised. Contact admissions for details before applying.

Are there open days?+

1 upcoming open day or tour — see the admissions timeline. Booking is usually required.

How do I contact admissions?+

email at admissions@nhehs.gdst.net or phone on 020 8992 9191. Reference your child's age and intended entry year in the first message.

What similar schools should I compare?+

We've ranked 6 schools by semantic similarity to Notting Hill & Ealing High School — see the "Schools like Notting Hill & Ealing High School" grid below. Most parents shortlist 4–6 schools before applying.

Enrichment last updated 26 May 2026. Sources include the school’s official site, Wikipedia, Good Schools Guide, Tatler, and Sunday Times Parent Power.

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