Welcome to Palmers Green High School Winchmore Hill

The Sunday Times Parent Power Guide’s Independent 11-16 Secondary School of the Year, Palmers Green High School (PGHS) was founded in 1905 by Miss Alice Hum and has provided girls with an exceptional education for 120 years. At PGHS we specialise in educating girls, challenging and guiding them to achieve their full potential within our warm and friendly school environment. We are a very special ‘through-school’ where pupils progress in a familiar setting and benefit from seamless transitions across the Prep, Junior and Senior Schools. There is an authentic feeling of being one family where strong friendships are formed and extend beyond year groups.

About Us

A School Experience Like No Other

At PGHS, all sections of the school (Preps, Juniors and Seniors) enjoy being part of our ‘one school’ community. Preps use the same facilities as the GCSE pupils in some subjects, e.g. Art, Music, PE and D&T, and Juniors enjoy Science in the laboratories. Throughout PGHS, small class sizes and excellent teaching enable rapid progress, whilst exciting extra-curricular activities encourage girls to develop into well-rounded individuals.

Extra Curricular

Recognising the importance of developing well-rounded individuals, we offer an exciting programme of extra-curricular activities. PGHS takes every opportunity to nurture your daughter’s passions and develop her skills, providing over 80 clubs per week.

Today, our Year 9 and 10 pupils took part in the first of a series of Study Skills seminars with Paul from @ukelevate.

Running throughout the academic year, these inspiring sessions are designed to support our pupils in building effective routines and preparing confidently for exams, while also offering valuable guidance on stress management and wellbeing.

#elevateeducation #studyskills #studyskillssuccess #pupilwellbeing #examstressmanagement
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Our Senior School pupils had a fantastic time at the @thewalkerground yesterday, taking part in the exciting @were_a_knockout experience!

It was the perfect way to start the new academic year, full of fun, laughter, teamwork, and plenty of new friendships being made.

Despite the classic British weather, the energy and enthusiasm shown by all of our pupils was incredible!

A huge thank you to @were_a_knockout team for running such a brilliant team building event. 

#activityday #schoolactivityday #teambuildingactivity #teambuildingevents
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Proudly named ‘Independent 11-16 Secondary School of the Year’ by The Sunday Times Parent Power Guide 2025, PGHS offers an exceptional academic education in a supportive environment.

Considering Year 7 entry in September 2026 or an occasional mid-year place in Years 7–10? We welcome you to join our Senior School Open Morning to see our school in action and meet our inspiring teachers.

Register online today: 
www.pghs.co.uk/admissions/11-admissions-at-pghs/senior-school-working-open-morning
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We are delighted to see our Year 7 pupils enjoying their very first day in the Senior School.

This morning, they have been busy settling into new routines, exploring their surroundings, and beginning to form friendships that will last for years to come. It’s been wonderful to see their energy and enthusiasm shining through. 

We wish them every success and a fantastic year ahead! 

#firstday #firstdayatseniorschool #seniorschool
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We hope all our PGHS families have enjoyed a wonderful summer break. Tomorrow, we are excited to open our doors and welcome our pupils back to school. A special warm welcome goes to our new joiners as they begin their journey with us.

We’re looking forward to a fantastic year ahead - full of inspiring learning experiences and plenty of fun along the way! 

Wishing every one of our pupils a happy and successful year - we can’t wait to share all the exciting moments with you! 

#BackToSchool #AutumnTerm #WelcomeBack #NorthLondonIndependentSchool
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“I’m very happy. I’m going shopping with my friends”

Elizabeth was awarded the prestigious Alice Hum Award this year, which is given to pupils who epitomise the school’s ethos and values.

Congratulations, Elizabeth, we’re very proud of you!

#GCSEResultsDay2025
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