Putney High School
Putney High School is a leading independent girls' school in London offering education from nursery through Sixth Form with exceptional academic results and a wide range of extracurricular opportunities.
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Our take
Independent girls all-through school in Wandsworth for ages 4–18. Selective entry.
- Families wanting one school across the whole journey (ages 4–18) rather than separate prep + senior.
- Parents who want a single-sex environment for their daughter.
- Children who can demonstrate strong academics at entry assessment — this is a selective school.
- Selective entry — assume some form of assessment at the relevant entry point. Plan tutoring or familiarisation early if needed.
- 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
“Fortiter et Recte – Bravely & Rightly”
Academic with a very modern edge — Modern Scholarship: a forward-thinking approach to academic study which is original and relevant to the modern world.
Distinctive features
Rapid Prototyping Studio for product and app development
Junior Forest School
Breathe environmental programme
RHS Chelsea Flower Show gold medal for biophilia research
Own boathouse on the Tideway
first all-girls boathouse on the Thames (2018)
Top girls' school for sport in the country (2023)
Artemis Project for intellectual enrichment
Member of the Girls' Day School Trust network of 26 schools
Activities & co-curricular
sport
music
drama
academic club
service
other
Facilities
sports
arts
academic
wellbeing
Latest exam results
Where leavers go
| 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cohort | 94 | — | — |
| Oxbridge | 13 | 13 | 14 |
| Russell Group | 16 | 10 | — |
| US Ivy | 1 | 7 | 7 |
| Medicine | 4 | 9 | 9 |
Recent coverage
2024 Sunday Times Parent Power placed Putney High in the UK top 20 independent schools; ongoing rollout of the Breathe programme and Modern Scholarship academic strand.
Notable alumni
Open-day dates not yet published
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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
| Sun, 13 Sept 2026 | 11+ Music Taster Evening | Taster Day |
| Mon, 14 Sept 2026 | Senior 11+ Music Taster Evening | Taster Day |
| Mon, 14 Sept 2026 | Music Taster Evening | Open Evening |
| Wed, 16 Sept 2026 | Sixth Form Open Evening | Open Evening |
| Thu, 17 Sept 2026 | Sixth Form Open Evening | Sixth Form Evening |
| Wed, 7 Oct 2026 | School in Action Morning | Open Morning |
Fees
Bursaries & Scholarships
Excerpts
“The pastoral team tells us that wellbeing is ‘absolutely’ at the top of the agenda.”
Pastoral care, inclusivity & disciplineThe pastoral team tells us that wellbeing is ‘absolutely’ at the top of the agenda. ‘We work very hard at it. We’re on the front foot, recognising girls’ needs from the get-go.’ Year 7 girls are given time to settle in – no homework in the first two Mobile phone policy A clear...
House system
Wellbeing
Safe & Supported We are a vibrant, happy place where girls feel safe, supported, and free to be themselves. We foster a culture of mutual respect, kindness and tolerance, underpinned by a strong sense of integrity. From there, we build firm foundations for pupils to be happy, secure and to succeed. There’s a sense of oxygen around Putney… The emphasis is on developing good citizens, ambitious and unafraid of success. – Good Schools Guide
Inspection
Isi — 25 Apr 2023
2 inspection reports on file.
- Isi1 Jan 2023Excellent
Term dates 2025-2026
Feeder schools
Policies & documents
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Questions parents ask
Common questions about Putney High School, answered from this school’s structured profile data. Always confirm specifics with admissions before applying.
What kind of child is Putney High School best for?+
Independent girls all-through school in Wandsworth for ages 4–18. Selective entry.
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@put.gdst.net or phone on +44 20 8788 6070. 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 Putney High School — see the "Schools like Putney High School" grid below. Most parents shortlist 4–6 schools before applying.
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