London, United Kingdom Day only · Girls Age range 10–18 780 pupils Founded 1894City of London School for Girls
City of London School for Girls offers an inspiring environment where young women are encouraged to flourish academically and personally. With a rich tradi...
About City of London School for Girls
The City of London School for Girls was founded in 1894 by the City of London Corporation — the local government authority for the historic Square Mile of the City of London — as the girls' sister school of the older City of London School (boys, founded 1442). The school operates today within the Barbican Centre complex in central London — uniquely among UK girls' schools, the campus is integrated into the Brutalist Barbican arts complex, with academic and concert facilities shared with the Barbican Centre and the Guildhall School of Music and Drama.
The school is girls-only ages 7-18 with around 780 pupils. The Headmistress is Ena Harrop. The school is a member of the GSA and is inspected by the ISI. CLSG is consistently ranked among the top three UK girls' independent schools by A-Level results and Oxbridge offer rate. The school's location in the City of London produces a strong feeder relationship to the City professions and the great London university institutions of UCL, LSE, Imperial and King's.
The school operates a substantial bursary programme funded directly by the City of London Corporation, intended to provide educational access for academically able girls regardless of family means.
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- Girls
- 780 (100%)
- SEN support
- 99 (12.7%)
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Frequently asked questions
What type of school is City of London School for Girls?
City of London School for Girls is a girls' independent mainstream school for pupils aged 10 to 18, located near London in Greater London. The school offers education from Prep through to Sixth Form, with pathways leading to GCSEs and A Levels.
How do I apply to City of London School for Girls?
Applications typically begin 1–2 years in advance and may include registration, assessments and interviews. Families can explore the UK private school admissions timeline to understand key dates and entry points. https://schoolscout.uk/posts/uk-private-school-admissions-timeline
What are the fees at City of London School for Girls?
Fees at City of London School for Girls are approximately £10,082 per term, depending on the year group and whether pupils board. Families can learn more about UK private school fees and what is typically included. https://schoolscout.uk/posts/how-much-do-uk-private-schools-cost
Is City of London School for Girls a day or boarding school?
Pupils at City of London School for Girls can attend as day.
Is City of London School for Girls a single-sex or co-educational school?
The school provides single-sex education for its pupils.