School Reviews

Independent Schools Inspectorate

All standards were met in October 2025, the ISI particularly identified:

At the heart of Heathfield’s ethos is the tailored provision for all pupils, reflecting its ‘small school, big opportunities’ identity.

The school strives to support pupils in fulfilling their potential academically, alongside a clear focus on character, community and co-curricular pursuits. The school endeavours to foster confidence and self-belief in all pupils, encouraging them to be happy, healthy and hungry to succeed.

Pupils are confident yet sensitive. They are courteous, friendly and supportive of one another.

The well-designed curriculum and breadth of co-curricular opportunities provide pupils with a comprehensive and enriching educational experience.

Leaders maintain high aspirations for all pupils, putting pupils’ needs first in their planning and decision-making processes.

The Good Schools Guide

A small, nurturing school offering exceptional provision in the arts and fashion.

[Students] are full of confidence, highly articulate and encouraged in following their interests.

Talk Education

If you’re looking for a school where pupils are educated academically, personally, socially and emotionally in an environment that puts girls’ needs first, then look no further.

Heathfield hits that rare sweet spot of being small enough to give every student individual attention, and large enough to offer a full school experience in terms of academic options and co-curricular opportunities, whilst offering an astounding amount of flexibility to families.

Heathfield was the first to follow the pioneering Flourishing at School pastoral system from Australia, which promotes mental and physical wellbeing from the outset, rather than waiting until later to identify those in distress.

Muddy Stilettos

Heathfield is a heady mix of tradition and progression.  The reality is it’s a place that’s homely and a bit more grounded than you might think. 

The Heathfield approach is all about the value added with most students improving one or two grades higher than expected thanks to small class sizes and individual teaching.

Over 95% of Old Girls have achieved a first or 2:1 degree over the past five years.

Facilities are excellent.

Academically, the impressive STEM building complements the sport and creative offering.

Heathfield has a unique Collaboration Agreement with Parsons Paris, a Creative Partnership with Falmouth School of Art and a close relationship with London College of Fashion.

Tatler Schools Guide

It feels more like a home than a school…..the family atmosphere is tangible.

[The School] intentionally gets to know each child really well; they are not just numbers, it’s very individualised.  And confident, self-assured pupils attest to the great job the school is doing.

Girls School Association

A deliberately small school offering big opportunities, Heathfield prides itself on giving every student the diverse opportunities to discover their unique passions and talents and, accordingly, to develop the self-belief and confidence to succeed.

Attain

The school encourages a positive, adventurous mindset, inspiring students to embrace new challenges and explore diverse interests.

Heathfield provides boundless opportunities ensuring every student can confidently step into uncharted territories, discovering and cultivating their passions in an environment that celebrates both individuality and collective growth.

Heathfield is a community in which every child is known; in which they have the strongest of platforms and personalised provision to flourish in every sense.