Menu Sydenham_logo-gdst rss-icon Building Individuals Outstanding pastoral care has always been a feature of Sydenham High School. There are no special wellbeing rooms or buildings, it is intrinsically embedded throughout the school as a whole, firmly rooted into our ethos and the teaching offered by our dedicated staff. We believe in the importance of pupils learning to be respectful of themselves as well as others and encourage each pupil to focus on what makes them unique, treating everyone as an individual and supporting them through their journey. The Pastoral Team While the form tutor is usually the first point of contact for any questions or concerns pupils or their parents may have, we have a number of other staff with specific pastoral responsibilities. Four Heads of Section, the Head of Lower (year 7), Middle (years 8 and 9), and Upper Schools (years 10 and 11) and the Head of Sixth Form lead each section of the school. In addition we offer a counselling service to those girls who may need additional support. We have a full time nurse and the Deputy Head Pastoral has overall responsibility for the welfare of all the girls in the school, as well as being the designated Senior Lead for Safeguarding and Child Protection. The wellbeing of all our pupils is a priority and we believe firmly in helping our girls stay healthy and well, both in mind and body, and we encourage strong and supportive links between girls, staff and parents. Pupil Voice We want our pupils to feel that they are being listened to. Everyone knows whom to approach should they need a listening ear or additional support. In addition, regular round table meetings enable pupils to express their views and present new ideas and initiatives. Leadership Opportunities There are plenty of opportunities for girls to take on responsibilities or develop leadership skills, through co-curricular pursuits or through the form group. Our House system also adds an additional layer of opportunity, as well as crucial integration with other year groups and forms, all of which helps prepare pupils for taking on larger roles in the wider life of the school community as they become older. The quality of pupils' personal development is excellent — ISI, 2020 Visit us View our open days Get in touch Contact us Sydenham High School A first class education for girls aged 4 - 18, since 1887 GDST_logo About us Prep School Senior School Sixth Form Admissions Life at Sydenham High Contact Us News Work for us Alumnae Hire our facilities Support us Twitter Registered Charity No. 306983 Site map Terms & Conditions Privacy Policy Site by me&him Sydenham High School Twitter Profile Sydenham High School Facebook Profile Sydenham High School Instagram Account Sydenham High School Youtube Account Sydenham High School LinkedIn Profile