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8 Benefits of All-Through Girls Schools
18 May 2026

8 Benefits of All-Through Girls Schools

One of the many decisions you'll make about your child's education is whether to send them to separate primary and secondary schools, or whether to opt for an all-through school....
7 Ways Executive Function Skills in Children Build Independent Learners
4 May 2026

7 Ways Executive Function Skills in Children Build Independent Learners

Executive function in children shapes the way they plan, organise, focus, adapt and manage their emotions throughout school life. These self-regulation skills support everything from remembering homework instructions to navigating...
The Importance of Public Speaking Skills for Girls
20 April 2026

The Importance of Public Speaking Skills for Girls

Half of girls are scared of public speaking compared to only 30% of boys. This statistic is one of many highlighting the importance of bolstering young girls' confidence. Teaching girls...
Building Resilience: Why Learning to Fail Prepares Girls for Life
6 April 2026

Building Resilience: Why Learning to Fail Prepares Girls for Life

Teaching children how to handle failure is one of the most important skills you can give them to build lasting resilience and prepare them for life's inevitable challenges.  When kids...
The Benefits of STEAM Education
16 March 2026

The Benefits of STEAM Education

STEAM education represents the evolution of STEM to include arts into the mix. This approach creates an interdisciplinary education model that helps students develop both technical skills and creative thinking....
Digital Citizenship for Kids: Balancing Digital Literacy With Screen Time
2 March 2026

Digital Citizenship for Kids: Balancing Digital Literacy With Screen Time

Balancing the art of digital literacy and screen time is a real challenge for parents and educators alike.  In a digital-first world, pupils need the skills to become thoughtful internet...
9 Benefits of Music Education in Schools
16 February 2026

9 Benefits of Music Education in Schools

Music education shapes how your child thinks, feels and learns, both in and out of school. When they engage with music, they build habits that support focus, creativity and connection...
7 Ways Forest School Benefits Your Daughter
2 February 2026

7 Ways Forest School Benefits Your Daughter

Forest School provides a unique experience for your child at school, as well as many mental and physical benefits. It offers a structured outdoor approach that focuses on steady growth...
7 Benefits of Educational Visits for Your Child
26 January 2026

7 Benefits of Educational Visits for Your Child

UK school trips take learning beyond the classroom walls and give children opportunities to bring their education to life. These visits connect what students learn at their desks with the...
Year 9 Girls Study Poetry – Read Their Work!
23 January 2026

Year 9 Girls Study Poetry – Read Their Work!

Ms Korn, English Teacher at St Margaret's Hampstead This term, Year 9 are studying modern poetry in English. Our students have started by exploring Carol Ann Duffy's poetry, focusing on...
The Importance of Girls' Education: a Teacher's Perspective
19 January 2026

The Importance of Girls' Education: a Teacher's Perspective

Ms Nock, English Teacher at St Margaret's Hampstead If you want your daughter to thrive in a technologically driven and globalised world, single-sex education is the path to ensure her greatest chance of success. ...
Nurturing the Quiet Achiever: 9 Ways To Support Introverted Girls
5 January 2026

Nurturing the Quiet Achiever: 9 Ways To Support Introverted Girls

Not every student thrives in loud, bustling environments. Many girls achieve their best work through quiet reflection, deep thinking and careful observation rather than through group discussions or public presentations....
​The Benefits of Single-Sex Schools: Perspectives from an All-Girls School
17 November 2025

​The Benefits of Single-Sex Schools: Perspectives from an All-Girls School

Single-sex schools hold unique benefits that can enhance a girl's educational journey. By creating an environment of empowerment and independence, all-girls schools allow students to excel without the distractions of...
School Houses: How They Work and Benefit Your Daughter's Education
3 November 2025

School Houses: How They Work and Benefit Your Daughter's Education

When choosing a school for your daughter, you might be interested in how the House System can impact her experience. This tradition is often linked with building a strong sense...
A Creative Day in Nature
19 May 2025

A Creative Day in Nature

This week, the art rooms were left behind as the great outdoors became our studio instead! Pupils from Years 5, 6 and 7 took part in a wonderfully inspiring en...
Appointment of new Head at St Margaret's Hampstead
14 March 2025

Appointment of new Head at St Margaret's Hampstead

We are delighted to announce that, following an extensive recruitment process, the Governors have appointed Sharron Shackell as Head of St Margaret’s from September 2025.  Sharron has over 20 years...
Putting on a Show
11 March 2025

Putting on a Show

We were delighted to welcome the parents of girls who attend Achieve Art’s LAMDA classes at St Margaret’s Hampstead to a special showcase in Royal Tollgate. It was a great opportunity...
Thrilling Triumph for Senior Squad
4 March 2025

Thrilling Triumph for Senior Squad

St Margaret’s Hampstead (STM) took on South Hampstead High School’s (SHHS) Year 10 Tournament A-team in a fiercely contested match, showcasing skill, determination and teamwork across all four quarters. With...
Encouraging our Girls to Express Themselves
10 February 2025

Encouraging our Girls to Express Themselves

At St Margaret’s Hampstead, we actively promote and support the positive mental health and wellbeing of our pupils. We want to support all the girls to be happy, healthy and...
What is STEM Education? Inspiring a Passion in Girls at School
20 January 2025

What is STEM Education? Inspiring a Passion in Girls at School

STEM education covers science, technology, engineering and mathematics. It's a key area of focus for the future workforce, but we still have a way to go when it comes to...
Tackling Gender Inequality in Education: Tips From the Expert
6 January 2025

Tackling Gender Inequality in Education: Tips From the Expert

Gender inequality in education remains a significant issue. Both boys and girls feel the effects of this inequality, with boys' achievement lower than girls in many subjects and continued sexism...
What is Anti-Bullying? How We Can Prevent Bullying in Schools
16 December 2024

What is Anti-Bullying? How We Can Prevent Bullying in Schools

Bullying is a serious issue that affects children across different age groups and school environments. The definition of bullying is repeated aggressive behaviour that intends to hurt or dominate another...
Girls' Mental Health at School: How We Can Prioritise Wellbeing at School
9 December 2024

Girls' Mental Health at School: How We Can Prioritise Wellbeing at School

Girls are three times more likely to experience mental health problems than boys; a figure that is up from two times more likely in 1993. As an independent girls' school,...
School Reports: Key Considerations for Choosing the Right School for Your Daughter
18 November 2024

School Reports: Key Considerations for Choosing the Right School for Your Daughter

Understanding school reports is essential when selecting a school for your daughter. These reports provide a wealth of information about a school’s performance, ethos and reputation. Visiting schools and reviewing...