Independent school · Swiss Cottage

South Hampstead High School

South Hampstead High School is a leading GDST independent girls' school in Swiss Cottage. Part of the Girls' Day School Trust, it uses ISEB pre-tests for initial screening, followed by the school's own exam papers and interviews. The school is known for academic rigour, strong pastoral care, and a vibrant extra-curricular programme.
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Location

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Gender

girls

Age range

11-18

Exam board

ISEB Common Pre-Test

Pass threshold

70%

Places / year

65

Everything for South Hampstead High School

Past papers

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Prep guide

How to prepare, month by month.

Key dates

Registration, exam and results dates.

Bursaries

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Prep tips

  • SHHS uses ISEB pre-tests as a first-round screening tool
  • Shortlisted candidates sit the school's own papers in January
  • Strong reading comprehension skills are essential for the English paper
  • Maths covers the full KS2 curriculum with extension into Year 7 topics
  • The school values well-rounded students -- mention hobbies and interests in the interview
  • Practice the ISEB format separately from GL/CEM preparation

Official links

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