When can I set up my Firefly account?
Please note that you will only be able to set up your Firefly account once your daughter has been admitted on her first day.

Where can I find information about uniform and sportswear requirements?

Please visit the Senior School Uniform page for full information on uniform and sportswear requirements.

Where can I find the school term dates for the academic year?

School term dates for the academic year can be found on the school website.

What are the timings for the school day?

Information about the structure of the school day, including start and finish times can be found here.

You can find a sample timetable here.

How are students expected to organise their work and homework?

You can find information on homework, school planner and lockers here.

How do students travel to the sports ground?

We impress upon students that they must walk to the sports ground in groups of three or more. For the first few weeks, staff will accompany the students; thereafter, they will make their way in groups independently.

How do I contact WHS or report an absence?

If you are alerting us to your daughter’s absence, please contact reception via senior.absence@wim.gdst.net, copying in your daughter’s form tutor, or you can leave a voicemail 020 8971 0900. Please do this before 8.30am on each day that your daughter is absent, including a reason for the absence. Further information about contacting WHS can be found here.

Can you provide a class list? When can we start meeting other parents?

Due to GDPR regulations, we are not able to distribute class lists. However, we are able to share parent contact details with the new Class Representatives, who usually aim to organise some get-togethers over the course of the summer holiday before school begins.

You will also have the opportunity to start meeting fellow new parents at our induction events.

When will I receive the first invoice and when is the first fee payment due?

All fee matters are handled centrally by the GDST Trust Office.

In August, the Trust Office will send your invoice (usually by email) for the first fee payment.

For all new starters, the first school fee payment will be due on the first day of term.

When are Direct Debit payments taken?

For those paying by monthly Direct Debit, fees are split into 12 equal amounts and payment will be due on (or the next working day after) the 5th day of each month.

For those paying by termly Direct Debit, fees are split into 3 equal amounts and payment will be due on the first day of each term.

What are the padlock requirements?

Details regarding required padlocks and locker arrangements can be found here.

What is the school’s approach to mobile phones for Year 7 students?

You can find out more about our phone policy here. 

Where can I find information about neurodiversity and hidden differences?

Please refer to the “Neurodiversity and Hidden Differences” PDF for guidance and support information.

Will a school site map be provided?

Yes – you can find a school map here.

Where can I find information about fees, ParentPay and cashless catering?

Information can all be found on the links below: