Our values

As part of the Girls’ Day School Trust, we’re here to help every girl fulfil her potential and her dreams, and to empower and enable the next generations of women, to equip them with the ability to lead and make a difference in the world.

Girls first

We always put the girls first. They are the focus of everything we do.

Fearless

We are fearless. We act and speak with conviction and commitment and we are not afraid of thinking differently.

Forward-thinking

We are forward-thinking. We stay ahead through purposeful innovation.

Family

We are a family of schools. We support each other and share our learning across our unique network.

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21st century facilities, 21st century learning

21st century classrooms

We bring learning alive in a stimulating and engaging environment.

Performing arts

Introducing a brand-new state-of-the-art facility for music, theatre and dance.

Enrichment

Opportunities to develop the girls' unique skills and talents.

Girl-friendly learning

We provide the best possible teaching environment for girls.

Outdoor learning

Extra-curricular opportunities and an outstanding Duke of Edinburgh awards programme.

Firefly

Seamless and detailed communication between school and home, plus much more…

Julie's thoughts

April 20 2018

Back to School. Guest blog by Marjie Griffiths, Year 1 teacher.

Reflections from a Year 1 teacher at the Junior School, who used to be a pupil here herself. The whispered conversations in overcrowded hallways The atmosphere as thrilling here as always Feel the early morning madness Feel the magic in the making Why,...

April 6 2018

A Junior School with added values. Guest blog by Mark Cox, Year 5 teacher

Recently, we came together as a community to mark the centenary of the Representation of the People Act, celebrating the moment at which women began to have a greater say in national politics. Looking back at the pioneering work of the then Girls’...

March 29 2018

Press for Progress

As our last major holiday before the end of the academic year hits, I’d like to reflect on some incredible events – past, present AND future. The main thing I’d like to touch on though, and the one about which I’m probably most...

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Our news & views

April 18 2018

Dani Ashwell’s amazing charity achievement

Our girls always go the extra mile when it comes to charity and fundraising, but during the Easter...
March 13 2018

Senior Windblowers Cup Final 2018

Music at NGHS is spectacular across the Junior and Senior schools, and one of the most anticipated events...
March 8 2018

Careers Talk – Women in STEM

Careers evenings go from strength to strength at NGHS, and this one was no exception. A fantastic attendance...

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