Top Girls' Schools in Europe

Education Insider Magazine is proud to present the Top Girls’ Schools in Europe, a prestigious honour recognising the sector’s game-changers. These exceptional institutions were nominated by our subscribers for their impeccable reputations and the trust they have earned among students, families and communities. After a rigorous selection process—led by educational leaders, editorial advisors, and industry pioneers—only the very best have made the cut. These schools exemplify excellence and leadership in girls’ education across Europe.

    Top Girls' Schools in Europe

    The Abbey
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    The Abbey is an independent all-girls school combining academic rigour with broad personal development. It integrates a structured core curriculum, extensive creative, sporting and leadership opportunities and targeted support such as its ... read full profile
    City of London School for Girls
    City of London School for Girls is a London day school delivering high-achieving education through small classes, specialist teaching, and strong city partnerships, creating confident learners prepared for higher study and professional life with curiosity, independence, and long-term success.
    Lady Eleanor Holles School
    Lady Eleanor Holles School is a girls’ day school for ages 7–18 offering rigorous academics, extensive co-curricular programmes, and excellent facilities within a nurturing culture that builds confidence, leadership, and intellectual ambition, preparing students for university progression and long-term personal success.
    Liebfrauenschule Geldern
    Liebfrauenschule Geldern is a Catholic girls’ secondary school founded in 1962 and operated by the Diocese of Münster, known for a supportive learning environment rooted in respect, personal development and academic growth. A strong focus on confidence, holistic education and values-based learning shapes well-rounded student development.
    Loreto College Swords
    Loreto College Swords is a Catholic all-girls secondary school in Ireland focused on academic achievement, personal growth and values-based education. A positive learning environment, strong curriculum and diverse extracurricular activities support student development, confidence and preparation for higher education.
    St Paul’s Girls’ School
    St Paul’s Girls’ School is a leading girls’ school offering a rigorous, creative curriculum, exceptional teaching, and rich extracurricular life within a supportive community, helping students develop intellectual confidence, personal wellbeing, and consistently high academic outcomes for higher education and leadership.
    Surval Montreux
    Surval Montreux is an international all-girls boarding school in Switzerland offering personalised education for ages 12 to 19 in a culturally rich alpine setting. Academic programmes, languages and enrichment experiences combine to build confidence, global awareness and university readiness within a close-knit, supportive community.
    Withington Girls’ School
    Withington Girls’ School is a Manchester day school for girls aged 7–19, combining outstanding academic results, strong pastoral care, and broad opportunities that encourage independence, resilience, and curiosity, enabling students to thrive personally and achieve sustained educational success.

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