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Sutton High School GDST

Girls

Fortiter, Fideliter, Feliciter

(With courage, with truth, with joy)

Non-Denominational
Nursery - Year 13 (Upper Sixth) (Ages 3-18)
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Sutton High School GDST is an independent day school for girls aged 3 to 18, situated in the heart of Sutton, Surrey. Established in 1884, the school is a member of the Girls' Day School Trust and provides a continuous education from nursery through to sixth form. The campus features a blend of Victorian buildings and modern facilities, including a dedicated sixth form centre and specialist spaces for performing arts and sport. The school's ethos focuses on fostering a supportive community that encourages academic curiosity and personal growth in every pupil.

Selectivity:
Academic
Sutton High School is a selective independent school. Entry to the Senior School at Year 7 requires an entrance examination consisting of online English and Maths tests, a Non-Verbal Reasoning paper, and an interview. For the Prep School (Years 3-6), admission is based on age-appropriate assessments in verbal and non-verbal reasoning and an informal meeting. Entry to Nursery and Reception is generally non-selective, focusing on a 'fit' assessment and informal observation.
Boarding:
Day Only
Values:
Courage
Joy
Truth

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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

-12.1%

Sutton High School GDST's fees are 12.1% lower than the national average.

Vs. County Average

-10.1%

Sutton High School GDST's fees are 10.1% lower than the county average.

Based on 69 schools in Surrey 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:1884
Gender Mix:Girls only
School Size: Approx. 913 pupils
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Qualifications/Certifications Offered:
GCSE
A Level
Extended Project Qualification (EPQ)
Duke of Edinburgh’s Award
LAMDA
HSK certificate in Mandarin
IGCSE
Scholarships:
Design & Technology
Music
Academic
Art
Photography
Drama
Sport
Bursaries offered: Yes
Means-tested bursaries are available for entry into Year 7 and Year 12, covering up to 100% of fees based on academic performance and family financial circumstances.
Sports Facilities:
Tennis Court
3G Pitch
Basketball Court
Badminton Court
Swimming Pool (Indoor)
Playing Fields
Trampoline
Hockey Pitch
Cricket Grounds
Multi Use Games Area (MUGA).
Netball Courts
Astroturf Pitch
Sports Hall
Other Facilities:
Student Kitchen
Drama Studio
3D Printer
Photography Studio
Forest School
Theatre
Dance Studio
Music Studio
Library
Podcast Studio
Laser Cutter
Recording Studio

Contact Information

Address

Sutton High School, Cheam Road, Sutton, Surrey, SM1 2AX

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General Enquiries

020 8642 0594

Admissions

020 8223 5540

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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)