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Northwood College for Girls GDST

Girls

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Nursery - Year 13 (Upper Sixth) (Ages 3-18)
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Northwood College for Girls GDST is an independent day school for pupils aged 3 to 18, located in Northwood, Greater London. Founded in 1878 and a member of the Girls’ Day School Trust since 2014, the school moved to its current site in 1892. Facilities include a performing arts centre with a recital hall, a sports hall with an indoor swimming pool, and specialist studios for dance and art. The school’s ethos focuses on character development and intellectual curiosity, aiming to nurture confident individuals within a supportive community.

Selectivity:
Academic
Prospective students for the primary entry points, including 7+ and 11+, are required to undergo an assessment process that includes entrance examinations and a personal interview. Decisions are made based on the candidate's academic performance and their capacity to contribute to the school's intellectual community.
Boarding:
Day Only

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Last updated on 12 March 2026 (not all data elements were necessarily updated on this date)

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Fees (Day Pupils)

Vs. National Average

-9.2%

Northwood College for Girls GDST's fees are 9.2% lower than the national average.

Vs. County Average

-16.2%

Northwood College for Girls GDST's fees are 16.2% lower than the county average.

Based on 99 schools in Greater London and 259 nationally.

Note: based on core termly fees including mandatory lunch and learning materials charges but excluding any discounts or other additional charges for extra-curriculars, registration, etc. Please check the schools' official websites for full fees and charges.

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Details

Founded:1878
Gender Mix:Girls only
School Size: Approx. 907 pupils
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Qualifications/Certifications Offered:
GCSE
IGCSE
A Level
Extended Project Qualification (EPQ)
Duke of Edinburgh’s Award
LAMDA
Scholarships:
Music
Academic
Performing arts
Art
Drama
Sport
Bursaries offered: Yes
Means-tested bursaries from the GDST are available for students joining in Year 7 or Year 12. These awards are based on financial necessity and academic performance.
Sports Facilities:
Tennis Court
Table Tennis
Gym (Strength & Conditioning)
Rounders
Cross Country Course
Basketball Court
Volleyball Court
Badminton Court
Swimming Pool (Indoor)
Playing Fields
Lacrosse
Climbing Wall
Water Polo
Hockey Pitch
Cricket Grounds
Multi Use Games Area (MUGA).
Netball Courts
Ballet Studio
Astroturf Pitch
Yoga Studio
Sports Hall
Football Pitch
Other Facilities:
Student Kitchen
Drama Studio
Forest School
Theatre
Textiles Studio
Recital Hall
Dance Studio
Music Studio
Library
Recording Studio

Contact Information

Address

Northwood College for Girls, Maxwell Road, Northwood, Greater London, HA6 2YE

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General Enquiries

01923 825446

Admissions

01923 845007

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Company Details

Corporate Type:Company Limited by Shares with Charitable Status
Charitable Status:Charitable
Registered Charity No.:306983
Registered Company No.:00006400
Owner/Stakeholder:Girls' Day Schools Trust (owner)