Sophia High School
London, Westminster, Greater London · SW11 8BZ
Founded in 2020, Sophia High School is a small independent in Westminster, central London, with around 181 pupils, fewer than 40 of them in the sixth form. Its identity is unusually contemporary: digital devices are woven into everyday teaching, and the school lists Esports among its main sporting pursuits. Mixed and non-boarding, it is led by chief education officer Melissa McBride. Day fees run from £11,520 to £16,146 a year. Families drawn to a modern, technology-led approach will find this a distinctive proposition.
181
Pupils
£16,146
Day fees / yr
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- Gender
- Mixed
- Type
- independent (fee-paying) school
- Pupils
- 181
- Location
- London, Westminster, Greater London
- Website
- https://sophiahigh.school/
Headteacher
Chief education officer Melissa McBride
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Teaching & academics
Pupils work towards IGCSEs and progress to A-levels, with English, Mathematics and Science among the most popular GCSE choices. The compact sixth form of 39 keeps numbers intimate at the senior end. Sophia High is inspected by Ofsted.
Sixth form
- Sixth-form pupils
- 39
Qualifications offered
Arts & extracurricular
Popular GCSE subjects
Sport
Main sports
Beyond the classroom
Esports sits at the centre of the school's sporting offer, reflecting its broader emphasis on digital learning rather than traditional games.
Ethos & heritage
- Founded
- 2020
- Boarding
- No
Mobile phone policy
School uses a range of devices to support high-quality digital pedagogy and learning outcomes
Money matters
- Day fees (per year)
- £11,520 - £16,146
The last word
A young, small and tech-forward independent in the heart of Westminster, best suited to families who want a digitally driven education over a conventional one.
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Sophia High School 11+: frequently asked questions
Where is Sophia High School located?
Sophia High School is located at London, SW11 8BZ.
What type of school is Sophia High School?
Sophia High School is an independent (fee-paying) school in Greater London.
How many pupils attend Sophia High School?
Sophia High School has approximately 181 pupils on roll.
Compiled from public data. Last checked June 2026.