Notting Hill & Ealing High School GDST
· W13 8AX
AAB+ A-level
50.7%
9–7 GCSE
76.3%
Day fees
£22k
Inspection
Not yet inspected
Notting Hill & Ealing High School is a prestigious GDST (Girls' Day School Trust) independent school serving girls from age 4 to 18 in West London. With a long tradition of academic and creative excellence, the school emphasizes developing confident, independent girls who are grounded and committed to making a positive difference. The warm, supportive community celebrates kindness, laughter, and friendship alongside intellectual rigour, fostering both passion for learning and life skills.
- →Strong academic reputation within the GDST network, a well-established girls' education trust
- →All-through education (ages 4–18) in a single West London location with seamless progression
- →Emphasis on pastoral care, wellbeing, and character development alongside achievement
- →Access to specialist sixth-form facilities and university preparation in a girls-only environment
Who thrives here
Bright, articulate girls who thrive in a supportive, girls-only academic environment and who value both intellectual challenge and a strong sense of community. Families seeking an all-through London independent school with a focus on developing well-rounded, confident young women.
Strengths at a glance
Percentiles within UK independent + grammar schools we track.
At a glance
Contact & visit
2 Cleveland Road, Ealing, London
W13 8AX
Nearest stations
Notable alumni
Rachel Weisz
Academy Award-winning actress
Samantha Cameron
Former wife of Prime Minister David Cameron; charity trustee
Frequently asked questions
What are the fees at Notting Hill & Ealing High School GDST?
Day fees at Notting Hill & Ealing High School GDST are approximately £21,600 per year (2024/25).
How do you get into Notting Hill & Ealing High School GDST?
Notting Hill & Ealing High School GDST admits pupils at 4+, 7+, 8+, 11+, 13+, 16+. Entry is assessed by 11+ Selective Examination. See the Admissions section above for open days and key dates.
What are Notting Hill & Ealing High School GDST's exam results?
At Notting Hill & Ealing High School GDST, 50.7% of A-levels were graded A*–B and 76.3% of GCSEs were grade 7/A or above. Full results are in the Results section above.
Is Notting Hill & Ealing High School GDST a boarding school?
Notting Hill & Ealing High School GDST is a day school in England and does not offer boarding.
What parents say
Frequently praised
✓Strong pastoral care and genuine concern for girls' wellbeing beyond academics
✓Confident, articulate, independent young women produced by the school
✓Vibrant, supportive community with genuine friendships and sense of belonging
✓Excellent drama, music, and creative programmes allowing girls to shine
✓Girls-only environment enabling girls to lead and take risks without self-consciousness
✓Well-qualified, engaged teachers who know pupils individually
Common concerns
!Fees are substantial and bursary provision information not widely publicised; affordability remains a barrier for many families
!Not yet Ofsted inspected (school relocated/restructured), so limited recent independent validation of practice
!Limited sports facilities on-site may require use of external venues
!Location in West London may be less accessible for families from other parts of London or the Home Counties