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Wakefield, United Kingdom Day only · Girls Age range 7–18 675 pupils Founded 1878

Wakefield Girls' High School

Located in the heart of Wakefield, this vibrant school offers a nurturing environment where young girls are encouraged to thrive academically and personall...

Founded 1878 as girls' sister school of QEGS Wakefield — 148-year historyGirls-only ages 3-18 with ≈675 pupilsPart of the Wakefield Grammar School Foundation (with QEGS Wakefield)Set in central Wakefield, West YorkshireGSA memberSubstantial bursary programme via the Wakefield Grammar School Foundation

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About Wakefield Girls' High School

Wakefield Girls' High School was founded in 1878 as the girls' sister school of Queen Elizabeth Grammar School Wakefield (founded 1591 by Elizabeth I). The school is part of the Wakefield Grammar School Foundation and operates today on a central Wakefield campus, immediately adjacent to QEGS. The school is girls-only ages 3-18 with around 675 pupils. The Head is Nicola Mortimer. The school is a member of the GSA and is inspected by the ISI. The school operates a substantial bursary programme via the Wakefield Grammar School Foundation, intended to provide educational access for Wakefield and Yorkshire families regardless of family means.

Programmes & strengths

SciencesMathematicsModern languagesMusicDramaSport

University destinations

OxbridgeRussell Group (Leeds, York, Manchester, Cambridge)Medical schoolsInternational universities

Memberships & accreditations

GSAWakefield Grammar School FoundationISI

Pupil breakdown

Girls: 675 (100%)
SEN support: 131 (19.4%)

Notable alumni

Old Wakefield High girls active in Yorkshire professions and academia

Address

Wentworth Street, Wakefield, WF1 2QS

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Frequently asked questions

What type of school is Wakefield Girls' High School?

Wakefield Girls' High School is a girls' independent mainstream school for pupils aged 7 to 18, located near Wakefield in West Yorkshire. The school offers education from Pre-Prep through to Sixth Form, with pathways leading to GCSEs and A Levels.

How do I apply to Wakefield Girls' High School?

Applications typically begin 1–2 years in advance and may include registration, assessments and interviews. Families can explore the UK private school admissions timeline to understand key dates and entry points. https://schoolscout.uk/posts/uk-private-school-admissions-timeline

What are the fees at Wakefield Girls' High School?

Fees for Wakefield Girls' High School vary by year group, with typical termly costs around £5,001–£6,658.

Is Wakefield Girls' High School a day or boarding school?

Pupils at Wakefield Girls' High School can attend as day.

Is Wakefield Girls' High School a single-sex or co-educational school?

The school provides single-sex education for its pupils.