Blackheath High School GDST

Specialist SENCO support provides pupils with tools and encouragement to achieve.

“Specialist SENCO support ensures that every pupil has the tools and encouragement to achieve and excel.”

Teaching approaches are thoughtfully adapted to include students with SEND in oracy.

“Read Ms Lewis’ powerful article ‘[An inclusive oracy approach’ for the Chartered College of Teaching’s Impact Magazine](https://www.blackheathhighschool.gdst.net/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Chartered-College-of-Teaching-Impact-Magazine-Summer2025-An-inclusive-oracy-approach.pdf) on the requirement for thoughtfully adapted teaching approaches to ensure that everyone is included.”

Cross-year mentoring and student leadership roles develop responsibility and contribution to the school community.

“Our ‘big sister, little sister’ approach fosters a strong sense of belonging, with girls forming friendships and mentoring relationships across year groups. Students take on active leadership roles, from Joint Council members and representatives for Wellbeing, Diversity & Inclusion, Charity, Digital and Eco initiatives, to Buddies and Form Captains.”

Teachers know each student individually and offer tailored academic and personal guidance.

“Small class sizes allow teachers to know each student as an individual, offering tailored guidance to help her thrive both academically and personally.”

Students consistently achieve outstanding A-level results.

“Our students consistently achieve outstanding GCSE and A-level results”

The SpaceTech pathway develops coding and applied computer-science expertise through a pre-university diploma created by partners including Cambridge University Space Flight and NASA organisations.

“GDST SpaceTech Programme – a cutting-edge pre-university diploma created by partners including Cambridge University Space Flight, NASA DEVELOP and NASA Earth Science Data Systems. You’ll build coding expertise, apply computer science to real-world challenges, and explore the fast-evolving world of space technology.”

A-level teaching uses small seminar groups of approximately five to ten students.

“A-level study at Blackheath High adopts a university-style approach, with small seminar groups of around five to ten students.”

Small classes enable teachers to know students individually and provide tailored guidance.

“Small class sizes allow teachers to know each student as an individual, offering tailored guidance to help her thrive both academically and personally.”

GDST CareerStart Online offers expert industry insights and practical advice on elite apprenticeships and studying abroad.

“This network-wide webinar series taps into the incredible reach of the Girls Day School Trust (GDST), bringing you insights from experts in a huge range of fields from neuroscience and aviation to dentistry design, as well as practical advice on elite apprenticeships and studying abroad.”

The PowerSkills Toolkit develops workplace-relevant leadership, collaboration, analytical thinking, resilience, creativity, and curiosity.

“You’ll develop the high-value skills that will shape the future workplace – from leadership, collaboration and analytical thinking, to resilience, creativity and curiosity.”

The Sixth Form describes a welcoming, inclusive community founded on belonging, supportive teacher relationships and kindness.

“At Blackheath High, you’ll find a warm, welcoming community where everyone is accepted for who they are. In Sixth Form, that sense of belonging really comes to life – you’ll build genuine friendships, feel supported by teachers who know you well, and be part of a down-to-earth, inclusive environment where kindness matters.”

The Sixth Form describes itself as welcoming and inclusive, including for students joining from other schools.

“We are fiercely proud of our welcoming, inclusive, down-to-earth Sixth Form. Whether you are continuing your Blackheath High journey or joining us from another school, you will feel at home from your very first day. Everyone here is valued and celebrated for who they are.”

The Sixth Form Head Student Team leads by example and helps shape the school's collaborative culture.

“At Sixth Form, our engaged Head Student Team leads by example, helping to shape a culture of kindness, respect and collaboration.”

The Sixth Form offers 25 A-level options, the EPQ, and leadership and co-curricular opportunities.

“We dream big for students, offering 25 A-levels options, the EPQ, and a wealth of leadership and co-curricular opportunities – yet we stay small enough for every student to be heard, valued and truly known.”

A Sixth Form open evening is scheduled for 6 October 2026 and includes an A-level subject fair and a tour of the Sixth Form Centre.

“Join us at our Step Up To Sixth Form Open Evening on Tuesday 6 October to see why Blackheath High Sixth Form is the perfect choice for the next stage of your educational journey.”

Sixth Form selection uses Year 10 exam performance and predicted GCSE grades, with minimum GCSE grade requirements including higher grades in intended A-level subjects.

“There is no entrance examination for Sixth Form – candidates will be assessed on performance in Year 10 exams and predicted GCSE grades. Candidates must have a minimum of 6 GCSEs grade 6 and above, including Maths and English, and grade 7s in the A-level subjects they wish to study (where relevant).”

Competitive applicants receive personalized support with personal statements and interview preparation.

“You’ll stretch yourself academically, sharpen your critical thinking, and get personalised guidance at every stage – from crafting a standout personal statement to preparing for interviews.”

A Competitive Admissions programme offers tailored support for applicants targeting Oxford, Cambridge, Medicine, Veterinary Science, or Dentistry.

“If you’re aiming for Oxford, Cambridge, or courses in Medicine, Veterinary Science or Dentistry, our Competitive Admissions programme gives you the tailored support you need to reach your goal.”

In 2025, 84% of A-level results were graded A*–B.

“84% of [A-level results](https://www.blackheathhighschool.gdst.net/about-us/results-and-destinations/) were graded A\*–B in 2025, and our students go on to top universities and careers across every field.”

77% of GCSE grades were 7–9.

“of students' grades awarded were 7-9 (A-A\*\*)”