Wallington High School for Girls

URN: 136789 • Wallington SM6 0PH

Overview

Name
Wallington High School for Girls
URN
136789
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Girls
Religious
None
Admissions
Selective
Trust
GIRLS' LEARNING TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
57.6 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Tracey O'Brien (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
02086472380
Website
Visit
Address
Woodcote Road, Wallington SM6 0PH

Summary

Wallington High School for Girls (WHSG) is a selective academy located in Wallington, Sutton, catering to approximately 1,547 girls aged 11 to 18. Established in 1888, the school has a rich history and currently operates under the Girls' Learning Trust. WHSG is known for its academic excellence, with 91% of GCSE entries achieving grades 7-9 in 2022, and a significant number of students progressing to prestigious universities, including Oxford and Cambridge.

The school offers a comprehensive curriculum, with a three-year Key Stage 3 programme followed by a robust Key Stage 4, where students study for ten GCSEs. In the sixth form, students can choose from a wide range of A-level subjects, alongside participating in an elective programme that includes the Extended Project Qualification (EPQ). WHSG promotes a strong pastoral system and a comprehensive PSHE programme, fostering students' personal development and citizenship.

WHSG prides itself on its diverse community, with over 47 first languages spoken, and encourages active participation in extracurricular activities, including sports, music, and the arts. The school also features a successful House system and leadership opportunities for students, ensuring a supportive and engaging environment for all.

Key details

LA
Sutton
Age range
11 - 18
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
GIRLS' LEARNING TRUST
Capacity
1460
Pupils
1547
Boys
0
Girls
1547
FSM %
11.40
Open date
2011-06-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2019-10-09
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Surrey

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1547 0 1547 1460 11.40
2024-09-11 1546 0 1546 1460 10.20
2023-09-11 1531 0 1531 1460 8.30
2022-09-11 1531 0 1531 1460 8.30
2021-09-11 1523 1 1522 1460 7.10
2020-09-11 1497 1 1496 1460 4.90

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