Headteacher

Newstead Wood School is a selective girls’ grammar school, with a co-educational sixth form, and a long and distinguished history. Founded in 1957 and located in Orpington, it is widely recognised as one of the highest-performing state schools in London and nationally, with a strong track record of exceptional outcomes at both GCSE and A-Level.This success is underpinned by an ambitious curriculum, expert teaching and a culture of intellectual curiosity and aspiration that enables pupils to thrive and progress to leading universities and professions. Alongside this academic strength, the schoo