Portsmouth High School GDST
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Portsmouth High School is a GDST independent girls' school (ages 3–18) in Hampshire offering day education across nursery, prep, senior and sixth form. Part of the prestigious Girls' Day School Trust network, it emphasises tailored learning, inclusive pastoral care, and developing confident, ambitious young women. The school's recent ISI inspection (2026) commended its strong pastoral culture, well-planned curriculum, and excellent early years provision.
- →Membership of the Girls' Day School Trust, a leading network with 153 years' heritage in girls' education
- →Through-school education from age 3 to 18 without need to change schools
- →Strong inclusive ethos with effective support for girls with SEN and a culture of mutual respect
- →Ambitious, well-planned curriculum with excellent literacy provision and strong pastoral care
Who thrives here
Girls who benefit from a nurturing, inclusive environment designed around how girls learn best; families seeking continuous education from early years through sixth form; pupils who thrive in a girls-only setting with strong emphasis on developing leadership and ambition.
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Contact & visit
25 Kent Road, Southsea, Portsmouth
PO5 3EQ
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Frequently asked questions
What are the fees at Portsmouth High School GDST?
Day fees at Portsmouth High School GDST are approximately £19,953 per year (2025/26).
How do you get into Portsmouth High School GDST?
Portsmouth High School GDST admits pupils at 3+, 4+, 7+, 8+, 11+, 13+, 16+. Entry is assessed by Interview, Assessment. See the Admissions section above for open days and key dates.
What are Portsmouth High School GDST's exam results?
At Portsmouth High School GDST, 15% of A-levels were graded A*–B and 43.9% of GCSEs were grade 7/A or above. Full results are in the Results section above.
Is Portsmouth High School GDST a boarding school?
Portsmouth High School GDST is a day school in England and does not offer boarding.
What is Portsmouth High School GDST's latest inspection rating?
ISI rated Portsmouth High School GDST “Excellent” (2023).
What parents say
Frequently praised
✓Strong pastoral care and inclusive ethos with clear culture of mutual respect
✓Excellent early years provision with focus on discovery and love of learning
✓Through-school continuity and stability from age 3 to 18
✓High-quality careers guidance and focus on developing leadership skills
✓Thorough and robust safeguarding practices
✓Tailored approach to learning that meets individual girl's needs
Common concerns
!Day-only provision limits flexibility for families requiring wraparound childcare or boarding
!Fees structure not published online, making cost comparison difficult for prospective families
!Limited publicly available information on sixth form results and university destinations