Welcome to Palmers Green High School Winchmore Hill
The Sunday Times Parent Power Guide’s Independent 11-16 School of the Year for Academic Excellence 2026, 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.
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.
Yesterday, our Year 5 and Year 6 pupils enjoyed a fantastic trip to the @nationalgallery.
Year 5 dived into artwork linked to their Humanities topic on Ancient Greece and their English unit on Myths and Legends. They even created their own art pieces and brought the story of Medusa to life with some dramatic role‑play!
Year 6 explored paintings connected to their English text, There’s a Boy in the Girls’ Bathroom by Louis Sachar, linking the themes to their PSHE work on emotions and expression.
Both groups were fully engaged throughout the visit and impressed the gallery guides with their thoughtful questions and brilliant knowledge.
We’re incredibly proud of their enthusiasm, creativity, and love of learning!
#schooltrip #inspiringeducation
At lunchtime today, our Senior School pupils gathered in the Science Lab to watch a thrilling live experiment - the ever‑popular Elephant’s Toothpaste reaction!
Using hydrogen peroxide and potassium iodide, pupils watched as a huge, foamy eruption burst into life. Another exciting moment in a week packed with curiosity, awe and hands‑on science to mark #britishscienceweek!
#scienceexperiment #elephantstoothpaste #STEM #girlsinscience
Yesterday, our Year 8 netball team enjoyed a fantastic afternoon of competitive matches as they participated in the Enfield Borough inter-school netball tournament - playing in the sunshine and showing brilliant team spirit from start to finish.
It was wonderful to see our pupils putting into practice the tactics they’ve been working on in lessons, communicating confidently on court and supporting one another throughout.
Well done, Year 8. You represented both yourselves and the school with real pride.
#schoolnetballtournament #teamspirit #interschooltournament #girlslovesport
Yesterday, we were thrilled to welcome author, illustrator and poet Kev Payne (@andonart), who helped us wrap up this year’s @worldbookdaysocial celebrations in style!
Kev kicked things off with a lively, laughter-filled poetry assembly for the Lower School - complete with rhymes, actions and lots of involvement from the audience.
He then led four creative workshops with mixed year groups, giving the girls a behind-the-scenes look at where his ideas come from. They tried their hand at quick-fire drawing, joined in with rhyming songs and even had a go at writing their own poetry.
There were so many imaginative ideas, lots of creativity and, most importantly, everyone had a wonderful time exploring the magic of words and illustration.
Thank you, Kev, for inspiring us!
#authorvisit #wbd2026 #poetry #illustration @authorsabroad
Today’s #britishscienceweek Senior School lunchtime challenge put our pupils’ engineering skills to the test with a thrilling Marble Rollercoaster Challenge!
Using creativity, teamwork and plenty of problem‑solving, pupils designed and built their own marble rollercoasters - all judged on creativity, speed and teamwork.
🥇 First Place: Afsheen & Maliha
🥈 Second Place: Faye & Kaitlyn
Huge congratulations to our winners and a big well done to everyone who took part. It was fantastic to see such imagination and teamwork in action!
#STEM #GirlsInSTEM #bsw2026 IndependentSchool FutureEngineers
We launched our #britishscienceweek celebrations in our Science Lab at lunchtime today with a fascinating Moss Safari.
Using microscopes, our Senior School pupils explored the hidden world living inside ordinary moss, searching for five multicellular organisms commonly found in these tiny ecosystems - with the much‑loved tardigrade (the “moss piglet”!) as the ultimate discovery.
A brilliant start to a week which will be filled with curiosity, hands‑on experiments and scientific adventure. We can’t wait to share more!
#bsw2026 #futurescientists #girlsinstem #scienceweekuk
Thank you to our wonderfully generous PGHS community. So far, we’ve received a fantastic collection of toothbrushes and toothpaste for the @foodbankaid Healthy Smile Campaign and we’re incredibly grateful for your kindness.
To help us support even more families, the collection box will remain in school for one more week.
Thank you for continuing to make a difference!
#healthysmilecampaign #foodbankaid #communitysupport #healthysmiles
Reception enjoyed a wonderful day out in central London this week, beginning with an exciting treasure hunt at the @nationalgallery. The children eagerly searched the galleries to spot some famous works of art, including Sunflowers by Vincent van Gogh, The Bathers by Georges Seurat, Whistlejacket by George Stubbs, and Surprised! by Henri Rousseau. They were thrilled each time they discovered one of the paintings on their list.
After exploring the gallery, they continued their journey through the heart of London. The girls walked through the vibrant streets of Chinatown before visiting the iconic Leicester Square and Trafalgar Square. They loved seeing the fountains, statues and busy city atmosphere.
It was a fantastic day full of curiosity, culture and adventure - a memorable experience for all!
#reception #classtrip #exploringlondon
Today, our school is coming together to celebrate #internationalwomensday, ahead of the official date this Sunday, 8th March. This year’s global theme, #givetogain, reminds us that when we give support, encouragement, or opportunities to women and girls, everyone benefits.
As part of our celebration, pupils and staff have been visiting the school hall throughout the day to contribute to our Wall of Inspiration. It’s designed to be a space filled with the names and details of women who inspire our community, from family members to athletes, scientists, authors, and historical figures. The display has quickly begun to fill with thoughtful and heartfelt messages.
Thank you to everyone for creating such an uplifting and meaningful display. Together, we celebrate extraordinary women and the impact of giving. 💜
#IWD2026 #inspirationwall #internationalwomensday2026
Our Year 9 pupils delivered an inspiring whole school assembly to mark #internationalwomensday which is this Sunday, 8th March.
Taking complete ownership of the event, they planned, researched, and confidently led a powerful celebration of extraordinary women who have shaped our world.
The pupils highlighted the achievements, resilience, and lasting impact of women who have broken barriers and challenged expectations across generations. They showcased influential figures from sport, literature, science, maths, art, music, and climate change.
The assembly was uplifting and thought‑provoking, encouraging everyone to reflect on equality, representation, and ambition. Year 9 demonstrated outstanding teamwork, maturity, and public speaking skills, and we couldn’t be prouder.
A truly meaningful way to celebrate International Women’s Day as a school community. 💜
#internationalwomensday2026 #iwd2026 #givetogain #schoolassembly
As part of their Great Fire of London topic, Year 2 enjoyed a fantastic trip to @stpaulscathedrallondon. The girls were brilliantly behaved as they admired the spectacular golden artwork inside the iconic dome.
They bravely climbed all 257 winding steps to the Whispering Gallery, where they tested out how a whisper can travel magically across the walls! They even spotted a painting of Sir Christopher Wren, the Cathedral’s famous designer.
After lunch, the girls took part in an exciting workshop and uncovered many fascinating facts. They finished the day by writing recounts of their adventure.
#schooltrip #londonhistory #handsonlearning #stpaulscathedral
Year 7 celebrated #worldbookday in Art by designing these colourful, animal-inspired bookmarks. Creative, vibrant and perfect for book lovers!
#worldbookday2026 #wbd2026 #creativelearning
