St Michael's Catholic Grammar School
London · N12 7NJ
St Michael's is a selective Catholic girls' grammar school in North London serving 856 pupils with a strong academic reputation and vibrant Catholic ethos. The school emphasizes spiritual development alongside intellectual excellence, grounded in the Loreto tradition of education. It has gained recognition as among the top state schools in England, with particular strength in sciences, languages, and humanities.
- →Exceptional academic results and selective entry ensuring motivated, high-achieving peer group
- →Strong Catholic identity with daily spiritual life and service embedded in school culture
- →Breadth of enrichment: competitive STEM (Chemistry Olympiad, Physics competitions), languages (Latin, Italian), debate, and arts programmes
- →Outstanding pastoral care through house system and explicit focus on wellbeing and student leadership
Who thrives here
Academically ambitious girls who value intellectual challenge, faith formation, and community service; those seeking rigorous preparation for university with pastoral support. Girls who thrive in collaborative, values-driven environments will flourish.
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Contact & visit
Nether Street, North Finchley
London
N12 7NJ
Nearest stations
Recent investment
Frequently asked questions
How much does St Michael's Catholic Grammar School cost?
St Michael's Catholic Grammar School is a state grammar school, so there are no tuition fees — places are free and allocated by the 11-plus exam and the school’s admissions criteria.
How do you get into St Michael's Catholic Grammar School?
St Michael's Catholic Grammar School admits pupils at 11+, 13+, 16+. Entry is assessed by 11+ Selective Examination. See the Admissions section above for open days and key dates.
What are St Michael's Catholic Grammar School's exam results?
At St Michael's Catholic Grammar School, 52% of A-levels were graded A*–B and 75.4% of GCSEs were grade 7/A or above. Full results are in the Results section above.
Is St Michael's Catholic Grammar School a boarding school?
St Michael's Catholic Grammar School is a day school in London and does not offer boarding.
What is St Michael's Catholic Grammar School's latest inspection rating?
Ofsted rated St Michael's Catholic Grammar School “Outstanding” (2022).
What parents say
Frequently praised
✓Academic excellence and rigorous teaching in STEM subjects; Chemistry and Physics programmes are exceptional
✓Strong Catholic ethos authentically lived through daily worship, service learning, and values-driven curriculum
✓Excellent pastoral care and student wellbeing focus; house system and leadership development pathways create belonging
✓Vibrant enrichment and co-curricular breadth: competitions, international trips, music, drama, debating
✓Telegraph endorsement ('second best state school in the country, best in London') reflects high parental confidence
Common concerns
!School not yet Ofsted-inspected (Catholic School Inspection 2024 positive, but standard Ofsted awaited); some parents may seek independent validation
!Selective entry and strong academic culture may create anxiety for some families; pastoral support, while apparent, may need transparent visibility
!Limited transparency on current fees, bursary allocation, and scholarship awards on website; parental access to financial information unclear