Sixth Form

We have a wide range of facilities specifically for Sixth Form students.

• Cafe - Open throughout the day serving a selection of hot and cold food and drinks
• Common Room - The heart of the sixth form community where students meet, study and connect
• Study Centre - A dedicated resource and study centre attached to the library, geared to the needs and demands of Sixth Form students
• Dedicated Art Studios - Two extensive studios with excellent natural light and an individual workspace for every art student
• Fitness Suite - Well equipped gym and mirrored dance studio 
• Dedicated Sixth Form Classrooms - Including laboratories and workshops

Being part of a school community provides students with a wealth of leadership opportunities.  The best leaders lead by example and this is what we expect of all the sixth form students. Below is a selection of the roles available to our sixth form students.

• Head Girl, Deputies Head Girls
• Sixth Form Officers - Equality, Health & Wellbeing, Charity, Sustainability, Media & STEM 
• Head of House and Deputy Head of House (we have 7 Houses across the school community)
• Sixth Form Librarians
• School Council Sixth Form Representatives
• Leading and running Clubs, Events and Societies
• Mentoring Key Stage 3 and 4 students
• Offering learning support in Key Stage 3 and 4 lessons 
• Reading Buddies for Year 7 students

Roisin - Head Girl

It is a privilege to have been chosen as Head Girl of Queen Elizabeth Girls School, a school which has supported and shaped me throughout the past six years. Being given the opportunity to represent a community that has given me so much is something I am incredibly grateful for. From the very beginning, the school has encouraged me to challenge myself, discover my passions and make the most of every opportunity available to me.

One of the things I value most about my time at QEGS is the breadth of opportunities the school provides. I have taken part in drama and journalism clubs, film skool, where I had the opportunity to create my own film, the Duke of Edinburgh Award and countless theatre, cinema and educational trips. One of my highlights was travelling to Belgium with the school as part of my History studies, which allowed me to bring what I had learnt in the classroom to life. I have also been fortunate enough to participate in career talks, work experience opportunities and the International Coalition of Girls’ Schools, which gave me a real appreciation of the strength and importance of female unity. I have also been able to give back to the school community by running my own History Club and participating in Pledge an Hour, supporting younger students with their History studies.

Academically, QEGS has nurtured my passion for History and encouraged me to be ambitious in my education. More importantly, however, my experiences here have helped me to develop into a confident and resilient young woman. Becoming a prefect and now Head Girl has strengthened my leadership skills and taught me the importance of listening to and representing others. The school has given me a genuine sense of belonging and shown me the value of community.

My time at QEGS has also been defined by the people around me. The teachers are exceptionally supportive, professional and dedicated, while the pastoral care has provided reassurance through both challenging and rewarding periods, including the disruption of Covid-19. I have formed friendships that I will carry with me beyond school and have always felt surrounded by a community that wants me to succeed.

I am immensely proud of my time at Queen Elizabeth Girls School. It has not only prepared me academically for the future, but has helped shape the leader and individual I am today. I will always be grateful for the opportunities, encouragement and sense of belonging that QEGS has given me.

Yasmine  - Deputy Head Girl

My time here at QE has provided me with countless opportunities to further my academic as well as my personal growth, which I believe has helped me to become the compassionate, ambitious and determined student I am today.

Throughout the years I have been at this school, the continuous support and care provided has really encouraged me to challenge myself, pursue my interests and strive to reach my full potential. What I value most about this school is the community and the way students encourage and inspire one another. By taking on this important role I hope to give back to the school community, by representing students, bringing people together and helping to create opportunities that students can enjoy and remember.

I am particularly passionate about ensuring all students feel heard, understood, and confident in contributing to school life. Overall, I am incredibly honoured to take on the role of Deputy Head Girl and beyond thrilled to work alongside the rest of the student leadership team to make a long lasting positive impact on QEGS.

Blessing - Deputy Head Girl

QEGS has provided me with thorough academic and pastoral support to shape me into the ambitious and determined student I am today. Being in a school which encourages students to pursue their own interests, I am surrounded by like-minded students who consistently strive towards learning and developing their skills . Our teachers’ guidance is rooted in their passion for their subjects and their determination to witness student success,a supportive environment that has even enabled me to balance private study for Maths and Physics A-Levels alongside my school curriculum. This inspiring atmosphere is exactly what drives the dedication I put into my English Literature, History, and Politics A-Levels.

Looking ahead, I want to study Philosophy at university because I love exploring big questions, breaking down complex ideas, and understanding different points of view. The unique aspect of our school is that these aren't only classroom skills,they are transferable into everyday life at school to help me connect with others, listen to different perspectives, and support our community. My experience as a Senior Prefect has been fundamental in preparing me for the responsibilities of my new role, teaching me how to lead with empathy and organisation. I have thoroughly enjoyed channelling this experience into running revision sessions for the younger years, helping them build their academic confidence just as older students once did for me. My passion for learning also extends into our school culture; as a Student Librarian and a core supporter of the History Club, I privilege the opportunity to help foster a vibrant, inquisitive space outside the classroom.

I am incredibly proud to be a Deputy Head Girl this year. My primary focus is to continue to ensure we cultivate a more welcoming, inclusive, and supportive environment for all our students. I look forward to using my voice to strengthen our school community, champion peer support across all year groups, and contribute back to the environment that has given so much to me.

As well as studying your chosen subjects it is vital during your time with us that you immerse yourself in a wide range of activities. We offer many extra-curricular and super curricular opportunities together with day and residential visits.

Extra-Curricular	Super curricular - going beyond the curriculum of your subject areas	Sixth Form Trips
Netball	MOOCs	Theatre Trips
Badminton	Oxbridge Programme	Football Trips
LAMDA	QE Together	Biology Residential Field Trip
Orchestra	DVS Awards	Art Galleries
Eco Council	Maths and Science Olympiads	London Zoo
Choir	Engineering Society	Iceland
Swimming	Women's Association	UCAS Conference
History Club	Foreign Film Club	ICGS Conference
Politics Club		Southwark Crown Court
Art Leaders		Freud Museum
		Bank of England
		Philosophy Conference
		Ethics Cup

Organisations that we collaborate with:

Year 12 Careers Accelerator Mentoring Scheme

Creative Mentor Network

Women of the Future

Royal Academy attRAct Programme

BFI Film Academy

The Money Charity

National Citizen Service (NCS)

The RAP Foundation

Royal Free Hospital Volunteering Programme

 

We focus on good mental health and wellbeing throughout the two years to support students to rise to any challenges they face. We encourage students to take part in the extra curricular and super curricular activities to support their mental and physical health.  We also offer further support if needed.

• Enrichment - covering topics such as consent, healthy relationships, women's health and self defence
• Wellbeing Wednesdays - Advice and strategies offered through form time
• Active Form Times - Making the most of the extensive and beautiful school grounds
• Emotional Dysregulation Sessions - 6 week course designed to work on coping strategies  
• Clinical Child and Adolescent Psychologist available on site two days per week

Kooth - all students are encouraged to sign up to Kooth, an online support service which can be used outside school www.kooth.com

 

Financial support is available to eligible students via the 16 to 19 bursary fund. The fund is intended to support students aged 16 to 19 in overcoming specific financial barriers to participation in education. There are two types of 16 to 19 bursaries:

1. Bursaries for defined vulnerable groups; and
2. Discretionary bursaries

We use the fund to provide students with support to fund:

• Transport
• Books
• Equipment
• Field trips and other course-related costs
• The costs of attending university interviews and open days
• Specialist clothing (such as protective overalls, for example)
• Meals

16 - 19 Bursary Policy

September 2026 students - to apply for a bursary please complete the Bursary Application Form by 22 September 2026.