GDST schools are recognised as centres of educational excellence, with a long-standing reputation for delivering an outstanding education for girls.

For over 150 years, we have been pioneers and shapers of girls’ education, putting girls first and tailoring learning experiences that nurture confident, curious and fearless young women. Our dynamic approach, underpinned by expert teaching and a deep understanding of how girls learn best, equips our students with the skills, resilience and self-belief to thrive on their own terms and to become the leaders and changemakers of the future.

We are the UK’s leading family of girls’ schools, educating girls aged 3 to 18 across nursery, junior, senior and sixth form settings. Our family of 23 independent schools and two academies is supported by a central Trust Office and enriched by a global alumnae network of more than 100,000 women, whose achievements continue to inspire our students and contribute to a more equitable world.

At GDST, we are experts in girls’ education, driven by a clear mission to extend the impact of our distinctive approach to as many girls as possible. This work is made possible by the dedication, expertise and commitment of our people. Our roles span teaching and classroom support, alongside a wide range of specialist and professional services roles across our schools and Trust Office, including finance, estates, catering, digital, HR and governance. Together, our colleagues play a vital role in shaping exceptional educational environments where girls can flourish.

GDST Schools

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Belvedere Academy

Liverpool, L8 3TF

Birkenhead High School Academy

The Wirral, CH43 1TY

Blackheath High School

London, SE3 7AG

Brighton Girls

Brighton, BN1 3AT

Bromley High School

London, BR1 2TW

Croydon High School

Croydon, CR2 8YB

Howell’s School, Llandaff

Cardiff, CF5 2YD

Kensington Prep School

London, SW6 5PA

Newcastle High School for Girls

Newcastle, NE2 3BA

Northampton High School

Hardingstone, NN4 6UU

Northwood College for Girls

Northwood, HA6 2YE

Norwich High School for Girls

Norwich, NR2 2HU

Notting Hill & Ealing High School

London, W13 8AX

Nottingham Girls’ High School

Nottingham, NG1 4JB

Oxford High School

Oxford, OX2 6XA

Portsmouth High School

Southsea, PO5 3EQ

Putney High School

London, SW15 6BH

Redmaids' High School

Bristol, BS9 3AW

Royal High School Bath

Bath, BA1 5SZ

Sheffield Girls’

Sheffield, S10 2PE

Shrewsbury High School

Shrewsbury, SY1 1TN

South Hampstead High School

London, NW3 5SS

Streatham & Clapham High School

London, SW16 1AW

Sutton High School

Sutton, SM1 2AX

Sydenham High School

London, SE26 6BL

Wimbledon High School

London, SW19 4AB

We are pioneers in girls’ education and aim to reshape the future of learning itself. We empower girls to believe in themselves and value the positive contribution they can make to the world.

We have four values that we live by:

• Girls first – Everything we do is built around girls and their needs.
• We are fearless – And we nurture it in our girls – girls who, in turn, are unafraid to speak out, and to think differently.
• We are forward-thinking – Embracing change, to prepare girls for an exciting future, creates a dynamic learning environment. For everyone.
• We are a family – Our super power comes from being a family of schools, which collaborates, supports and shares experiences to help everyone thrive.

"When you join us, you don’t just work with us, you become part of the GDST family: a group of 25 schools where girls learn without limits. 

You will belong to a network of diverse, dynamic and committed colleagues from a wide range of backgrounds, all dedicated to leading the way in girls’ education. Whether you are a teacher or looking for a non-teaching role, join us in our mission to be pioneers and the shapers of the future of girls’ education.

At the GDST we know that together we are stronger."

– Cheryl Giovannoni, Chief Executive

Each GDST school has its own distinctive identity and character, while all offer inspiring places to learn and work. Our schools combine beautiful heritage buildings with high-quality, modern facilities, creating environments that support both excellence and wellbeing.

As a family of schools, collaboration is central to how we work. We actively share expertise, insight and best practice across the Trust, supported by specialist colleagues at the Trust Office, ensuring our schools benefit from collective strength as well as local autonomy.

At GDST, we foster a culture of high expectations and mutual support. We encourage one another to grow, to innovate and to be the very best we can be, in service of our girls and the wider Trust community.