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Channing is consistently recognised as one of the best independent schools in North London; an independent school for girls aged 4 to 18, based in Highgate, where every pupil is encouraged to discover their interests, develop their talents, and build lasting friendships. Our inspiring environment fosters academic achievement and personal growth.
The school actively prepares pupils for the future.
A visionary all-girls school full of extremely confident, capable and engaging young women.
‘Fearless’ teaching and learning, encouraging girls to step out of their comfort zone and be ‘10 per cent braver’, is reaping academic rewards. It is a useful life lesson too, but not at the expense of school being fun.
Excellent academics, fantastic pastoral care and a wonderful way of imbuing girls with self-confidence, Channing makes a strong argument for single-sex education.
Girls throw themselves into all aspects of school life, and teacher commitment goes way beyond the classroom.
Numbers & statistics
200+
clubs and societies
243
art theatre
Excellent
Sixth Form
centre
9
from Archway and Highgate underground stations
348
Junior School
643
Senior School
25
90%
a 4 mile radius
90.9%
A* - B
85%
9 - 7
A Day in the Life of Channing Junior School
A Day in the Life of Channing Senior School
Character Education
Chatting with Channing
Ahead of our first Senior School Open Morning tomorrow, Head of Admissions Mrs Gilleece has written a staff blog sharing practical advice on making the most of school visits.
From observing everyday school life to asking teachers, pupils and heads the questions that matter, she explores how to find a school where your daughter will feel happy, challenged and known.
Read the full blog on our website.
We’re delighted to welcome Dr Rachel Graham, founder and Executive Director of MarAlliance, to Channing for a talk on careers in marine biology and ecology.
With over 30 years’ experience in marine conservation, Rachel has worked around the world to protect marine wildlife and support coastal communities. This is a wonderful opportunity for pupils to explore where their curiosity could take them and hear from someone making a difference to our oceans.
Tuesday 29 September 2026, 1pm
📍 Arundel Centre
Pupils from all year groups are welcome!
Last week, ten Year 11–13 students attended the GSA Girls Go Gold Conference at Loughborough University, joining over 350 girls for an inspiring day of sport. Students took part in practical sessions, attended various lectures including Sports through a female athlete lens and life as a student athlete. They heard from former England netball international and Deputy Director of Sport at Loughborough Sport Olivia Murphy and Great Britain long jumper Jazmin Sawyers who recently won a commonwealth gold medal in Glasgow,
A fantastic day celebrating and inspiring the next generation of women in sport!
@gsauk
We’re all in jeans today at Channing supporting @jeans_for_genes, but Year 13 took it a step further, rocking the double denim Canadian tuxedo!
Ahead of tonight`s Sixth Form Open Evening, our Year 13 are hosting a quiz and pizza party for Year 11!
Miss Hamalis’ Bulletin – Monday 21 September 2026
Dear Parents & Carers It was wonderful to welcome so many of you to our Welcome Evening last week and to have the opportunity to talk a little about our hopes and ambitions for your...
Miss Hamalis’ Bulletin – Monday 14 September 2026
Dear Parents & Carers Last week, Mrs Hughes, our Headmistress and I had the pleasure of leading our first Junior School assembly of the new academic year together. It was fantastic to welcome everyone back...
Miss Hamalis’ Bulletin – Monday 7 September 2026
Dear Parents & Carers What a fabulous start we have had to the new school year! After the quiet of the summer holidays, there is nothing quite like seeing the Junior School spring back to...
2025 – 2026 Highlights: Young Enterprise
What a year it has been for Young Enterprise at Channing! Our student entrepreneurs have enjoyed a truly remarkable journey, transforming bright ideas into award-winning businesses and taking on some of the best young companies...
2025 – 2026 Highlights: Sustainability
The new Sustainability Officers for the summer term, Imogen and Bella, and the previous Sustainability Officers, Opal and Satine, have led a dedicated team of Eco Reps who have been trying to make a real...
