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Channing is consistently recognised as one of the best independent schools in North London; an independent school for girls aged 4 to 18, based in Highgate, where every pupil is encouraged to discover their interests, develop their talents, and build lasting friendships. Our inspiring environment fosters academic achievement and personal growth.
The school actively prepares pupils for the future.
A visionary all-girls school full of extremely confident, capable and engaging young women.
‘Fearless’ teaching and learning, encouraging girls to step out of their comfort zone and be ‘10 per cent braver’, is reaping academic rewards. It is a useful life lesson too, but not at the expense of school being fun.
Excellent academics, fantastic pastoral care and a wonderful way of imbuing girls with self-confidence, Channing makes a strong argument for single-sex education.
Girls throw themselves into all aspects of school life, and teacher commitment goes way beyond the classroom.
Numbers & statistics
Excellent
ISI Inspection Report
200+
clubs and societies
243
art theatre
Excellent
Sixth Form
centre
9
from Archway and Highgate underground stations
348
Junior School
643
Senior School
25
90%
a 4 mile radius
94.2%
A* - B
81.2%
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2025 - 2026 Highlights: Art
Art at Channing has enjoyed another vibrant year of exhibitions, gallery visits and success. GCSE pupils and A Level students presented ambitious, individual work in the annual summer art exhibitions, creating a professional gallery experience across several spaces at Channing. Sixth Form students explored thought-provoking exhibitions at the Wellcome Collection, the British Museum and the Royal Academy, gaining new ideas and creative inspiration. Channing pupils also achieved excellent results in the Young Art competition, with 6 works selected for the Here and Now exhibition at Christie’s and Izzy winning the prestigious Rector’s Prize. Together, these experiences celebrated creativity, originality and artistic development.
Year 10 students had a marvellous time exploring the once divided city of Berlin. The varied programme included not only key historical monuments such as the Brandenburg Gate, but also a close encounter with the Stasi (at the Museum) and a flak tower, the Topography of Terror, the remains of the Berlin Wall at the East Side Gallery, the Sachsenhausen concentration camp memorial, the DDR Museum and a visit to the Staatsoper to see Mozart’s Die Entführung aus dem Serail. Our Germaniists also heard the fascinating insights of Channing contacts from East and West Berlin who lived through divided Germany.
Congratulations to Year 10 for their interest and ambition - they were an excellent group to travel with.
Channing pupils won at the national finals of the TeenTech Awards. Team Sakai Clear, won the Food and Retail Category. Their innovative solution and exceptional presentation captivated the judges, who described it as “the best presentation we have ever seen.” They were also recognised with the Ethical Thinker Award. Congratulations to the team!
For the Year 9 History Journal, Thomasina investigated whether the arrival of the Prussian army was the main factor in Napoleon’s defeat at the Battle of Waterloo. She explores how Field Marshal Blücher’s troops strengthened Wellington’s forces, attacked Napoleon’s right flank and forced him to divert vital reserves away from his main assault.
Watch Thomasina discuss her research and read the full Year 9 History Journal on our website!
https://www.channing.co.uk/2026/07/01/year-9-history-journal/
For the Year 12 History Journal, Winnie investigated how the Columbian Exchange shaped global conflicts during the 17th-century General Crisis. She explores how the movement of crops and precious metals between continents contributed to population growth, food insecurity and major changes in the global economy.
Watch Winnie discuss her research and read the full Year 12 History Journal on our website!
https://www.channing.co.uk/2026/07/01/year-12-history-journal-global-conflicts-summer-2026/
2025 – 2026 Highlights: Art
Art at Channing extends far beyond the studio walls. Throughout the year, students have explored world-class galleries and museums, encountered inspiring artists and ideas, celebrated success in prestigious exhibitions and, ultimately, showcased their own work...
Year 12 History Journal – Global Conflicts, Summer 2026
Year 12 historians examine conflict through a global lens Channing’s history department is delighted to publish the Year 12 History Journal for Summer 2026, a thoughtful and ambitious collection of independent scholarship inspired by this...
Year 9 History Journal – Global Conflicts, Summer 2026
Year 9 historians explore global conflict in new journal Channing’s History Department is delighted to publish its first Year 9 History Journal, an impressive collection of independent research inspired by this year’s History conference theme,...
Miss Hamalis’ Bulletin – Tuesday 30 June 2026
Dear Parents & Carers As another wonderful year draws to a close, I have found myself reflecting on one of the greatest privileges of being Head of the Junior School: watching our girls grow. This...
Laughter, Legacies, and Long Goodbyes: A Look Back at an Unforgettable Channing Reunion!
They say time flies, but last week at Channing, it felt like it stood still in the best possible way. We welcomed back a spectacular crowd of alumnae and former staff for our annual reunion,...
