- Founded in 1838 as a school for the daughters of missionaries, Walthamstow Hall has always aimed to provide a balanced and rounded education for its girls.
- A 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 on offer.
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