Guildhall School of Music and Drama

URN: 135412 • London EC2Y 8DT

Overview

Name
Guildhall School of Music and Drama
URN
135412
Type
Higher education institutions
Phase
Not applicable
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
n/a
Ranking score
43.7 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Lynne Williams (since 2025) , Principal
Telephone
02076282571
Website
Visit
Address
Silk Street, London EC2Y 8DT

Summary

Guildhall School of Music and Drama, located in the City of London, is a prestigious higher education institution renowned for its professional training in music, drama, and production arts. It is consistently ranked among the top institutions globally for performing arts, providing a vibrant and diverse community for students from around the world. The school offers a range of programmes, including undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, doctoral research, and short courses, catering to various levels of experience and interest.

The curriculum at Guildhall is designed to foster creativity and innovation, with a strong emphasis on practical training through one-to-one and ensemble sessions led by over 400 experienced practitioner teachers. Students benefit from a collaborative environment that encourages experimentation and research, preparing them for successful careers in the creative industries.

In addition to academic programmes, Guildhall is committed to lifelong learning, offering training for children, young people, and adult learners. The school actively engages with the community through events, research initiatives, and partnerships, creating opportunities for students to connect with industry professionals and enhance their educational experience.

Key details

LA
City of London
Age range
-
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Not applicable
Trust
Capacity
Pupils
Boys
Girls
FSM %
Open date
1935-04-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14
2024-09-11
2023-09-11
2022-09-11
2021-09-11
2020-09-11

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