Sutton High School GDST
URN: 103022 • SM1 2AX
Overview
- Name
- Sutton High School GDST
- URN
- 103022
- Type
- Other independent school
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Girls
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- Yes
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
- Ranking score
- 50.2 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Beth Dawson (since 2025) , Headmistress
- Telephone
- 02086420594
- Website
- Visit Sutton High School GDST website
- Address
-
55 Cheam Road, SM1 2AX
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Summary
Sutton High School GDST is an independent day school for girls aged 3-18, located in Sutton, London. Established in 1884, the school is part of the Girls' Day School Trust and aims to provide a supportive and nurturing environment where students can thrive academically and personally. With a current enrolment of 913 pupils and a capacity of 950, the school emphasizes individual attention through small class sizes, allowing for tailored educational experiences.
The curriculum at Sutton High is designed to be broad and bespoke, offering a wide range of subjects across the arts, humanities, and STEM. The school prides itself on its excellent academic results, with 79% of A Level results at grades A* to B in 2024, and a significant portion of students receiving offers from their first-choice universities. The focus on wellbeing is central to the school's ethos, ensuring that girls feel supported and valued in their learning journey.
Community involvement is also a key aspect of Sutton High, with initiatives like the Sutton High School Association (SHSA) promoting fundraising and engagement among parents and students. The school fosters a vibrant and diverse environment where girls are encouraged to develop their individuality, confidence, and respect for others.
The curriculum at Sutton High is designed to be broad and bespoke, offering a wide range of subjects across the arts, humanities, and STEM. The school prides itself on its excellent academic results, with 79% of A Level results at grades A* to B in 2024, and a significant portion of students receiving offers from their first-choice universities. The focus on wellbeing is central to the school's ethos, ensuring that girls feel supported and valued in their learning journey.
Community involvement is also a key aspect of Sutton High, with initiatives like the Sutton High School Association (SHSA) promoting fundraising and engagement among parents and students. The school fosters a vibrant and diverse environment where girls are encouraged to develop their individuality, confidence, and respect for others.
Useful links
- Governors (governance)
- Senior School (sen)
- Senior Overview (sen)
- A Day in the Life (sen)
- Beyond the Classroom (sen)
- Careers Guidance (sen)
- Curriculum (sen)
- Pastoral Care (sen)
- Why Us? (sen)
- Open Events (calendar)
Nearby alternatives
- Sutton Tuition and Reintegration Service (72.7)
- Orchard Hill College (70.2)
- Link Primary School (66.4)
- The Link School (66.2)
- Carew Academy (62.5)
Key details
- LA
- Sutton
- Age range
- 3 - 18
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 950
- Pupils
- 913
- Boys
- 0
- Girls
- 913
- FSM %
- Open date
- 1980-09-30
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 913 | 0 | 913 | 950 | |
| 2024-09-11 | 923 | 0 | 923 | 950 | |
| 2023-09-11 | 766 | 0 | 766 | 950 | 0.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 766 | 0 | 766 | 850 | 0.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 675 | 0 | 675 | 700 | |
| 2020-09-11 | 610 | 0 | 610 | 700 |
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