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City of London School for Girls 伦敦城市女子学校, St Giles’ Terrace, Barbican, London EC2Y 8BB
Tel: 020 7628 0841 Fax: 020 7638 3212
Website: www.clsg.org.uk
• GIRLS, 7–18, Day
• Pupils 668, Upper sixth 83
• Termly fees £3363
• GSA
• Enquiries/application to the Admissions Secretary

What it’s like
Founded in the City in 1894, it is situated in the heart of the Barbican. A very well-equipped establishment, it is strong academically and examination results are very good. The music and art departments are especially strong. The majority of the school is involved in music and drama with frequent opportunities for pupils to perform. With its central location, it enjoys a very wide catchment area: pupils come from all over London and the home counties. There is a good range of clubs and societies. Many activities and outings are in association with the boys’ school, only 10 minutes walk away. Being in the centre of London, there are numerous opportunities for cultural trips to the theatre, art galleries and museums. The Corporation of London provides opportunities for girls to participate in a variety of civic functions.

School profile

Pupils & entrance
Pupils: Total age range 7–18; 668 day girls. Senior department 11–18, 576 girls.
Entrance: Main entry ages 7, 11 and 16. North London Consortium entrance exam at 11, own exam at 7 and 16; for sixth-form entry, at least grade B in all GCSEs (grade A in sixth-form subjects). 40% of intake at 11 from state schools (plus few to sixth form).

Scholarships & bursaries Some 19 pa scholarships (awarded at 11 and 16): most academic, others art and music (1 joint with Guildhall School of Music & Drama). Some academic bursaries on entry at 11 and 16, to those in financial need.

Head & staff
Headmistress: Dr Yvonne Burne, appointed 1995. Educated at Redland High School and Westfield College, London University (French, German). Previously Headmistress at St Helen’s, Northwood, Head of German and Careers at Lowlands Sixth Form College (mixed) and teacher of French and German at Harrow County School for Girls. Governor of Reigate Grammar School; member of the Council of City University (London); Chairwoman of GSA London Region. Also experience in publishing in USA and UK; former member of Hillington Family Health Service Authority.
Teaching staff: 72 full time, 34 part time, 18 visiting.

Exam results
GCSE: In 2003, 78 pupils in upper fifth: all gained at least grade C in 8+ subjects. Average GCSE score 69 (68 over 5 years).
A-levels: 83 in upper sixth: 16% passed in 4+ subjects; 84% in 3–3.5 subjects. Average final point score achieved by upper sixth formers 412.

University & college entrance 99% of 2003 sixth-form leavers went on to a degree course (25% after a gap year), 20% to Oxbridge. 12% took courses in medicine, dentistry & veterinary science, 26% in science & engineering, 45% in humanities & social sciences, 12% in art, drama and music, 6% in vocational subjects eg law, architecture, business studies.

Curriculum GCSE, AS and A-levels. 18 GCSE subjects offered, 22–24 AS/A-level (including history of art).
Sixth form: Most sixth formers take 4 subjects at AS-level (usually a range of subjects), 3 at A-level; general studies taught but not examined. 30% take science A-levels; 40% arts/humanities; 30% both. Key skills integrated into sixth-form courses and activities.
Vocational: Work experience available, including overseas.
Special provision: Learning support teacher for pupils with specific learning difficulties.
Languages: French, German, Spanish, Latin and Greek offered at GCSE, AS and A-level. Over 62% take more than 1 language to GCSE. Regular exchanges for pupils to France, Germany and Spain.
ICT: Taught both as a discrete subject and embedded in the curriculum, eg maths, modern languages, technology. 260 computers for pupil use (12 hours a day), all networked and with email and internet access.

The arts
Music: Up to 50% of pupils learn a musical instrument; instrumental exams can be taken. Some 12 musical groups including 3 orchestras, 3 choirs, madrigal and barber shop groups, chamber ensembles, wind band. Barbican Concert; Ripieno choir in St Matthew Passion with Bach Choir (RFH). TV and radio recordings; some in National Youth Orchestra and LSSO.
Drama: LAMDA and Guildhall exams may be taken; A-level theatre studies offered. New theatre recently opened. Many pupils involved in school productions. Girls occasionally take part in productions for RSC, radio and TV.
Art & design: On average 28 take GCSE, 10 A-level. 3D design, pottery, textiles, sculpture offered. Many students go on to leading art schools or related university courses; some go on to become successful artists and designers.

Sport & activities
Sport: Netball, gym, dance, swimming, tennis, rounders, athletics, volleyball, football, basketball, badminton, hockey, waterpolo compulsory at various ages. Additional options for seniors include: hockey, multi-gym, aerobics, aqua-aerobics. BAGA awards taken (in prep dept). Regional gym medallists; regional and national fencing team champions; regional netball medallists. Own indoor and outdoor sports facilities, including swimming pool.
Activities: Pupils take bronze, silver and gold Duke of Edinburgh’s Award. Community service compulsory for 1 year at age 16+. Up to 20 clubs, eg sports, design and technology, debating, maths, theatre, computer, European Youth Parliament, Young Enterprise.

School life
Uniform: School uniform worn except in the sixth form.
Houses & prefects: Competitive houses (for music, sport, art, debating, drama). Head girl and 2 deputies, nominated and elected by staff, fifth and sixth form. Senior committee instead of prefects. School Council.
Religion: Regular act of non-denominational worship for all; separate Jewish and Christian assemblies once a week.
Social: Joint concerts, theatrical productions and occasional social activities with City of London (Boys). Organised exchanges to France, Germany, New York; trips to eg Italy, Spain, Venezuela, Tanzania, China; ski trip. Meals self-service. No tobacco or alcohol allowed.

Discipline Pupils failing to produce homework once might expect a warning and firm deadline; anyone involved with illegal substances could expect expulsion.

Alumni association CLOGA, c/o the school.

Former pupils Katharine Dyson (D’Oyly Carte); Elizabeth Emmanuel (dress designer); Anne Farrell (actress); Claire Rayner (author); Claudia Winkleman (TV presenter); Dido (pop singer); Romola Garai (actress); Dina Rose (Human Rights lawyer); Sahar Hashemi (entrepreneur and Coffee Republic founder).