Channing is consistently recognised as one of the best independent schools in London; an independent school for girls aged 4 to 18, based in Highgate, North London, 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.






Huge congratulations to our Channing Senior School artists!
We are delighted that Channing pupils have been recognised in the University of Oxford Centre for Personalised Medicine (@cpmoxford) Art Competition 2025–26, which invited UK students in Years 7–9 to explore the meaning of personalised medicine through art.
Cleo and Sadie, age 12, were named winners of the group category for their thoughtful artwork showing how personalised medicine can affect not only health, but also friendships, family life and education.
Nyah, age 12, was named joint runner-up in the individual category for her powerful piece exploring how genetics, lifestyle and clinical data can help tailor healthcare to each person
We are thrilled to be a finalist in the Education Choices Awards 2026, for Developing School Partnerships. This recognises Channing School’s growing partnerships programme, bringing pupils together through shared learning, mentoring and community.
Year 4 pupils were making the most of the sunny weather by drawing the trees in our wonderful grounds. Drawing with a long stick is excellent for training your eye and forcing a looser, more expressive style. It also establishes a healthy physical distance between an artist and their work, helping break the habit of hunching over a sketchbook.
We are delighted to share our latest episode of Chatting with Channing, featuring alumna Asti Wagner, founder of Invyted.
Asti joined Channing in Year 7 and describes the School as the place where she truly came out of her shell. In this episode, she reflects on confidence, friendships, favourite school memories and how her love of food, creativity and business led her to launch @invyted.app
What began as a food Instagram page, @eatwithast, grew into a platform that helped Asti spot a real gap in the influencer marketing world. Her solution was Invyted, an app designed to streamline collaborations between creators, brands and venues.
This is an inspiring listen for anyone interested in entrepreneurship, creativity, social media or simply finding the confidence to take a different path.
Listen to the full episode by searching `Chatting with Channing` on your podcast app.
Our Year 12 chemistry students put their analytical skills to the test today in the RSC Schools’ Analyst Competition.
Working as analytical chemists, they supported a fictional police investigation into a mysterious illness affecting someone at a local pharmacy. Through forensic, cosmetic and analytical science, they examined the evidence and explored whether foul play may have been involved.
A brilliant opportunity to apply classroom learning to a real-world style challenge — well done to all involved.
Listen on: Spotify Apple Podcasts In the latest episode of Chatting with Channing, we are joined by Channing alumna Asti Wagner, founder of Invyted, for an inspiring conversation about confidence, creativity and taking a different...
Dear Parents & Carers How is it already the final half term of the 2025/26 academic year? The year truly seems to have flown by and it is hard to believe that we are already...
Dear Parents & Carers Last week was a truly wonderful and memorable one at the Junior School. As I reflected on the many moments of celebration, growth and excitement across the school, I was struck...
On Tuesday 5th May, our 6th form students treated us to an evening of glorious music with a mixture of vocal and instrumental solos and ensembles. Traditionally, this concert is informally billed as a ‘music...
Listen on: Spotify Apple Podcasts Channing School’s Art Department is stepping out from behind the classroom door and into the gallery with a vibrant new exhibition celebrating the creative practices of its teaching staff. Running...
Our Open Day schedule has been published:
Junior School Open Day Dates
Summer 2026
Autumn 2026
Senior School Open Day Dates
Autumn 2026
Come and experience our school firsthand!
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