Nonsuch High School for Girls is a grammar school for 1220 girls aged between 11 and 19 years. Opened in May 1938 and standing in 22 acres of beautiful grounds on the edge of Nonsuch Park, we aim to provide a caring, happy and stimulating environment in which pupils may attain the highest levels of academic and personal achievement which their abilities will allow.

On entry, all pupils follow the national curriculum including two foreign language (German, French, Latin or Spanish). The range of subjects taken for GCSE is broadened by the opportunity to continue with a second language, to study the separate sciences and to choose an appropriate Technology course. Initially, pupils are taught in forms, with smaller groups for practical subjects. Later, setting allows for the different rates of progress of individual pupils.

The majority of pupils continue their studies in the large Sixth Form for which external candidates may apply. Courses may be chosen from 27 subjects. Core studies and seminar work lead to an additional A level in Critical Thinking. Candidates are prepared for Oxbridge entry where appropriate, and most students proceed to higher education or professional training.

A comprehensive tutorial programme including careers and health education supports the curriculum for all pupils, who are encouraged to assume responsibility for their studies through regular homework and negotiated target setting.

Emphasis is placed on self-discipline and consideration for other people. With the exception of the Sixth Form, all pupils wear school uniform.

Artistic, dramatic, musical and sporting talents are fostered. Many pupils have instrumental lessons; choirs and orchestras flourish together with many clubs and societies. Membership of a range of sports teams is encouraged. A David Lloyd Sports and Leisure Club is situated within the grounds and the school benefits from exclusive use of some of the facilities. All opportunities are taken for visits in this country and abroad to widen further the educational experience.

The School is fortunate in having excellent well-resourced accommodation for all subject areas. An excellent cafeteria, used by most pupils at mid-morning break and at lunch time, is run by Harrisons Catering who are committed to a policy of Healthy Eating. Petit Enfants, a private nursery, operates on the School site.

Nonsuch has close links with the local community and enjoys considerable support from its thriving Parent Teacher and Friends Association as well as from the Nonsuch Old Girls' Association.

In September 2004, Nonsuch was designated a Specialist Science School and this has allowed us to enhance the provision for science education both at Nonsuch and for our partner schools. Science Specialist designation has enabled us to provide the Science Department with state-of-the-art technology including wireless networking, interactive whiteboards and a host of interactive science software which together, underpin the traditional practical side of science education at Nonsuch.

The School's high academic achievement has been recognised by an Achievement Award from the DfEE in three subsequent years and in 2008, we were delighted to be identified as a High Performing Specialist School.