Admissions
Welcome to St Albans High School for Girls (STAHS) – a selective, independent day school for girls aged 4-18, located in Hertfordshire. We offer a vibrant, forward-thinking education across Prep, Senior School and Sixth Form, preparing our pupils to thrive in life and lead with confidence.
Why STAHS?
At STAHS, we believe in thinking beyond an ordinary education. Our Teach to 25 philosophy ensures every girl develops resilience, intellectual curiosity and the skills to embrace life’s challenges and opportunities. We combine academic excellence with outstanding pastoral care and a rich co-curricular programme.
Which entry point are you interested in joining?
Looking for independent school admissions in Hertfordshire outside the usual entry points? At St Albans High School for Girls (STAHS), we welcome applications for different year groups throughout the year. While availability varies, our Admissions Team is always happy to discuss your individual circumstances.
Visit us
The best way to discover whether STAHS is the right school for your family is to experience it for yourself. We host a range of open events throughout the year for Prep, Senior and Sixth Form and we also offer private tours by appointment.
While you’re waiting to visit in person, our virtual tours provide an excellent opportunity to explore our facilities and get a feel for life at STAHS.
How to apply
Applications are made via our admissions portal, OpenApply. Complete the online form and pay the non-refundable registration fee. If you have previously booked an open event or tour, log in to your existing account.
Contact Admissions
If you have any questions about the admissions process, our Admissions team is always happy to help.
admissions@stahs.org.uk01727 792 509
- BOLD
- BRAVE
- KIND
- COMPETITIVE
- FEARLESS
Words chosen by Mimi’s classmates
STAHS Assessment Days
We understand that Assessment Days can be daunting, but at STAHS we strive to make the experience as enjoyable as possible. To help ease any nerves, we asked last year’s pupils to share their experiences and offer some reassurances to those joining us this January.
Click the links below to watch.