With limited published data, the school has a GCSE Attainment 8 score of 49.0, indicating some level of academic achievement. However, it is concerning that there are currently no students achieving grade 4 or above in English and Maths, nor any entries for the EBacc. Parents may want to consider these factors when evaluating the school's suitability for their children.
Overview
Ofsted
Not available
Pupils
736
Capacity
814
Ages
4–19
Gender
Girls
Occupancy
90%
About Sydenham & Dulwich Girls GDST
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| Metric | Value | vs UK |
|---|---|---|
| Attainment 8Combined grade score across a pupil's best 8 GCSEs. Higher = stronger academic outcomes. National average ~46.7. | 49.0 | No UK data |
| English & Maths — Standard pass (grade 4+)Share of pupils who achieved grade 4+ in both English and Maths. Grade 4 is the minimum threshold for most employers and sixth forms. National average ~64%. | 0% | No UK data |
| English & Maths — Strong pass (grade 5+)Share of pupils achieving grade 5+ in both English and Maths. Required by many universities and competitive sixth-form programmes. National average ~44%. | 0% | No UK data |
| EBacc — Entry rate% of pupils who sat GCSEs in the full EBacc suite: English, Maths, History or Geography, a language, and Sciences. Signals a broad academic curriculum. National average ~39%. | 0% | No UK data |
| EBacc — Achievement (grade 5+)% of pupils who achieved grade 5+ across all EBacc subjects. Reflects both curriculum breadth and academic rigour. National average ~22%. | 0% | No UK data |
Attendance & Pupil Characteristics
24.2% of pupils receive SEN provision, of which 0.1% have an EHC plan. 0.0% are eligible for free school meals.
Pupil profile
SEN pupils
24.2%
Above average SENEHC plans
0.1%
Statutory EHC plan
SEN support
24.0%
School-managed support
Free school meals
0.0%
Low deprivationEnglish as additional language
0.0%
Low EAL cohortSource: DfE “Pupil absence in schools in England”, “Special educational needs in England”, “Schools, pupils and their characteristics”, and “School workforce in England” via Explore Education Statistics.
Location
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51.42635, -0.06427 · SE26 6BL
Nearby schools
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Fewer than three other scored schools matched within 5 km. Open schools map · SE26 6BL
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School details
Local authorityLewisham
RegionLondon
URN100757
School typeOther independent school
Frequently asked questions
What is Sydenham & Dulwich Girls GDST rated by Ofsted?
Sydenham & Dulwich Girls GDST does not show a headline inspection grade in this profile yet. Where sub-domain inspection judgements exist, they appear further down this page.
What type of school is Sydenham & Dulwich Girls GDST?
Sydenham & Dulwich Girls GDST is a Other independent school (not applicable) for ages 4–19 in Lewisham, London. It is girls-only with 736 pupils on roll out of 814 capacity.
Where is Sydenham & Dulwich Girls GDST located?
Sydenham & Dulwich Girls GDST is at 19 Westwood Hill, Sydenham, London, SE26 6BL, in Lewisham. Open the postcode report for SE26 6BL for neighbourhood context including crime, planning, and property data.
Is Sydenham & Dulwich Girls GDST a good school?
Sydenham & Dulwich Girls GDST does not have enough published data for a headline LocaleIQ score yet. Check the inspection section and results tables on this page for available detail.
How does Sydenham & Dulwich Girls GDST compare with nearby schools?
We found fewer than three scored not applicable schools within 5 km. Open the schools map for SE26 6BL to search a wider area.
What is the admissions policy at Sydenham & Dulwich Girls GDST?
Admissions are managed by Lewisham and/or the school. Confirm the latest catchment rules, criteria, and dates directly with the school or authority.
This page summarises official data. Always check inspection reports and visit the school.