Sutton High School
11+ Admissions Guide 2026

Sutton High School is an independent day school for girls and a member of the Girls' Day School Trust (GDST). The Council of the GDST holds overall responsibility for the school, supported by a local governing board. The school opened in 1884 and is made up of two sections: the prep school, which includes the Early Years Foundation Stage, and the senior school, which includes the sixth form. The school's vision and ethos are shaped by the values of courage, truth and joy. It aims to inspire a love of learning and a sense of belonging, while encouraging pupils to take on challenges, develop their independence, and prepare for their future lives. Pupils come from a culturally diverse range of backgrounds and a wide geographical area. The school welcomes pupils with a variety of needs, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities, those for whom English is an additional language, and those identified as more able or with special talents in sport and music.

Pupils are educated regarding the safe use of personal devices and mobile phones and are made aware of boundaries and consequences. Personal devices are expected to be switched off and kept out of sight during lessons and while moving between lessons between 8.15am and 3.35pm. Pupils in years 7 and 8 must lock their phones away in lockers. If a pupil needs to contact his/her parents or carers they will be allowed to use a phone at prep or senior school reception. Parents are advised to contact their child via the school office during school hours. Mobile phones are also banned on all school trips.