St Paul's Girls' School
St Paul’s Girls’ School is an extraordinary school, offering a classical yet forward-thinking education with a strong academic focus and broad co-curricular provision.
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Our take
Independent girls senior school in Hammersmith and Fulham for ages 11–18. Selective entry, C of E ethos, top-tier London fees.
- Families seeking a senior school for ages 11–18, with thinking already on 11+ or 13+ entry.
- Parents who want a single-sex environment for their daughter.
- Families who value a C of E ethos in school life.
- Children who can demonstrate strong academics at entry assessment — this is a selective school.
- Families comfortable with top-tier London independent fees in exchange for the level of provision.
- Fees sit at the top of the London market. Factor in extras (uniform, trips, lunches, music tuition) before committing.
- Selective entry — assume some form of assessment at the relevant entry point. Plan tutoring or familiarisation early if needed.
- The C of E ethos shapes assemblies, holidays and pastoral life. Comfortable for committed families; worth thinking about for those of other or no faith.
- 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.
About the head
A warm community with a love of learning, enrichment and an outward focus on partnerships and service.
Distinctive features
No formal uniform
pupils dress in own clothes within a code
Gustav Holst was Director of Music 1905-1934 and composed The Planets while teaching there
Listed in The Schools Index as one of the world's 150 best private schools
Strong bursary programme with 88 pupils currently supported
Partnership programmes reaching 1,520 pupils across partner schools
Activities & co-curricular
sport
music
drama
academic club
service
other
Latest exam results
GCSE results: 99.5% at grades 9-7/A*-A
Where leavers go
| 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cohort | 112 | 103 | 103 | 86 |
| Oxbridge | 48 | 44 | 44 | 37 |
| US Ivy | 14 | 20 | 15 | 22 |
| Medicine | — | — | — | 13 |
Recent coverage
In 2025 SPGS achieved 88.7% A*-A at A-level and 99.5% 9-7/A*-A at GCSE, was named London Independent School of the Year for Academic Excellence by The Sunday Times, and welcomed Liz Hewer as new High Mistress in September.
Notable alumni
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| Year | Opens | Closes | Reply by | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-27 | 1 Sept 2025 | 31 Mar 2026 | TBC | Closed |
Open events
Private tours and additional visits available by arrangement — contact admissions to arrange.
Talks & tasters
| Mon, 21 Sept 2026 | Open Evening | Sixth Form Evening |
| Tue, 6 Oct 2026 | Open Evening | Sixth Form Evening |
| Tue, 13 Oct 2026 | 11+ Music Scholarships 2027 Entry Information Evening | Open Morning |
Fees
Bursaries & Scholarships
Excerpts
“School ‘does an exceptional job’ of wrapping its arms round the girls pastorally, say parents.”
Pastoral care, inclusivity & disciplineSchool ‘does an exceptional job’ of wrapping its arms round the girls pastorally, say parents. ‘It’s very much front-line care, they don’t just delegate to the counselling team’. The pastoral team ‘really really knows the girls’ is the parental Mobile phone policy A clear mobile...
House system
Pupils are organised into houses for pastoral and competitive life.
Wellbeing
Pastoral care is delivered through a year-group and form-tutor model, supported by a dedicated wellbeing team and chaplaincy; the 2024 ISI inspection praised pupils as intellectually curious and well-supported in their progress.
Inspection
Isi — 27 Feb 2024
One inspection report on file. Worth reading before booking a visit — covers safeguarding, leadership and overall standard.
Term dates 2026-27
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Questions parents ask
Common questions about St Paul's Girls' School, answered from this school’s structured profile data. Always confirm specifics with admissions before applying.
What kind of child is St Paul's Girls' School best for?+
Independent girls senior school in Hammersmith and Fulham for ages 11–18. Selective entry, C of E ethos, top-tier London fees.
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?+
11 upcoming open days or tours — see the admissions timeline. Booking is usually required.
How do I contact admissions?+
email at admissions@spgs.org or phone on 020 7603 2288. 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 St Paul's Girls' School — see the "Schools like St Paul's Girls' School" grid below. Most parents shortlist 4–6 schools before applying.
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