Admissions

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?

Prep

Age 4 - 11

Senior

Age 11 - 16

Sixth

Age 16+

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.

Book a visit

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.

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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

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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.

The Good Schools Guide

Prep Review

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The Good Schools Guide

Senior Review

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Prep Senior Sixth Stahs
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