October 2025
St Helen and St Katharine was named Independent Girls’ School of the Year at the Independent Schools of the Year Awards 2025, an award the Head said reflects the needs, ambitions and voices of girls and young women.
Senior school
St Helen and St Katharine
St Helen and St Katharine is an independent day school for girls aged 7 to 18 on the edge of Abingdon, Oxfordshire, with a Junior Department and Sixth Form.
Day fees
£26,850
Entry
School Exam + InterviewSelective
Next deadline
Fri 9 Oct 202613+ registration closes
Updatedsource
At a glance
Key facts
Head
Mrs Rebecca Dougall
Mrs
Gender
Girls
Pupils
700
Location
Abingdon, Vale of White Horse
Day or boarding
Day
Age range
9 to 18
Religious ethos
Church of England
Entry points
7+, 11+, 13+, 16+
Scholarships
All-rounder, Other, Sport +5
A-level A*–A
88%
2025
GCSE 9–7
75%
2025
Houseroom EditorialOur take
Houseroom Editorial
Our take
Independent girls senior school for ages 9–18.
Best for
- Families seeking a senior school for ages 9–18, with thinking already on 11+ or 13+ entry.
- Parents who want a single-sex environment for their daughter.
Watch-outs
- 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.
- Location detail is sparse in our profile — verify postcode and tube/rail link before counting on commute time.
AdmissionsApplication timeline
Admissions
Application timeline
September 2027 entryRegistration tbc
- Oct16Open dayNext13+ taster day
- Nov9Assessment
- Jun16Offers
Not yet published: registration opens, registration closes, bursary deadline, interview, acceptance deadline.
UpcomingOpen events
Upcoming
Open events
Taster Day6 weeks away
9+/10+ taster days (registered candidates, autumn term prior to entry): 10+
Fees & costFees
Fees & cost
Fees
£26,850per year · Day · 2026-27 · est. (3 x term)
Inc. VAT £26,850VAT included7 years: £213,069
vs London avg (£24,000)12% above
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Financial supportBursaries & Scholarships
Financial support
Bursaries & Scholarships
OutcomesLatest exam results
Outcomes
Latest exam results
88%
A-level A*–A
75%
GCSE 9–7
DestinationsWhere leavers go
Destinations
Where leavers go
| 2025 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|
| Oxbridge | 8 | — |
| Russell Group | — | 3 |
| US Ivy | 0 | 1 |
| Medicine | — | 8 |
Top universities (2025)
University of OxfordUniversity of CambridgeDurham UniversityUniversity of SouthamptonUniversity of YorkUniversity of EdinburghUniversity of BristolUniversity of Bath
In the newsRecent coverage
In the news
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Recommended next step
Registration closes 9 Oct 2026 (13+)
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Fit for your child
Is St Helen and St Katharine right for your child?
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Check fit for my childCalendarTerm dates 2026/27
Calendar
Term dates 2026/27
Autumn7 Sept 2026 → 11 Dec 2026Half-term 19 Oct 2026–30 Oct 2026
Spring5 Jan 2027 → 25 Mar 2027Half-term 15 Feb 2027–19 Feb 2027
Summer19 Apr 2027 → 9 Jul 2027Half-term 31 May 2027–4 Jun 2027
FAQQuestions parents ask
FAQ
Questions parents ask
What kind of child is St Helen and St Katharine best for?+
St Helen and St Katharine suits: Families seeking a senior school for ages 9–18, with thinking already on 11+ or 13+ entry; Parents who want a single-sex environment for their daughter.
How much are the fees at St Helen and St Katharine?+
Day fees at St Helen and St Katharine are £8,950 a term in 2026-27 (£26,850 a year). Extras such as lunches, uniform and trips are on top.
When is the next open day at St Helen and St Katharine?+
The next visit at St Helen and St Katharine is on 16 October 2026. Booking is usually required.
How does admissions work?+
We don't hold full admissions details for St Helen and St Katharine. Ask the school directly.
Does St Helen and St Katharine support SEND?+
We don't hold SEND details for St Helen and St Katharine. Ask admissions early if your child has additional needs.
What ages does St Helen and St Katharine take?+
St Helen and St Katharine takes pupils from age 9 to 18.
Is St Helen and St Katharine a day or boarding school?+
St Helen and St Katharine is a day school.
Is St Helen and St Katharine co-educational or single-sex?+
St Helen and St Katharine is a girls' school.
Where is St Helen and St Katharine?+
St Helen and St Katharine is in Vale of White Horse, OX14 1BE.
How do I contact admissions at St Helen and St Katharine?+
Contact St Helen and St Katharine by phone on 01235520173.
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