Walthamstow Hall Senior School

Independent

National rank

88=

87

Rank last year

86.4%

A-level

A-level

A*-B

74.4%

GCSE

GCSE

A*/A/9/8/7

Need to know

Head teacher

Louise Chamberlain

Gender of entry

Girls

Total pupils

542 (3-18)

Head teacher

Louise Chamberlain

Gender of entry

Girls

Total pupils

542 (3-18)

Head teacher

Louise Chamberlain

Gender of entry

Girls

Total pupils

542 (3-18)

UK day fees per term*

£8,334 (11-18)

*Fee correct as of November 21, 2024
Our methodology
Results

A-level 2024 rank: 86

Grade

%

A*

33.1

A

29.9

B

23.4

A*/A

63

A*-B

86.4

GCSE 2024 rank: 101=

Grade

%

A*/9/8

57.2

A/7

17.2

A*/A/9/8/7

74.4

What the school inspection says

Date of report
2019
Verdict
Excellent
“The school aims to create a community where all individuals are respected, their individuality valued and expectations are high … Pupils make excellent progress in the development of their knowledge, skills and understanding from the earliest years. They have excellent attitudes towards their learning, are highly attentive, eager to learn and actively support one another to promote a positive learning environment. Pupils develop high levels of confidence and self-esteem as they progress through the school … They are exceptionally positive in their commitment to improving the lives of others and their charity work is hugely valued.” There was a routine inspection in 2023.
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About the school

  • Walthamstow Hall's co-curricular programme provides opportunities to get involved in areas such as volunteering, health and wellbeing, arts and creativity and global citizenship. 
  • There are more than 50 weekly clubs and activities, including the symphony orchestra, theatre costume club, gardening club, psychology society, football and lacrosse. Extensive time is devoted to sport. All pupils study drama, music, art and 3D design in Key Stage 3.
  • Tutor groups and class sizes of up to 20, and daily extended tutor time, mean every pupil is seen and celebrated.
  • The mobile phones of all Year 7 to 11s are handed in each day. Year 10 and 11 pupils provide mentoring to year 7s, and students are trained in anti-bullying.
  • Bursaries are available, including the Founders’ bursary, which offers a nearly 100 per cent fee remission on a means-tested basis. Academic, music, art, drama and sport scholarships are also available.
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