Extended Project Qualification (EPQ)
The Extended Project Qualification (EPQ) is an independent project that carries UCAS points equivalent to half an A-Level and is held in high esteem by universities. The nature and title of the project is entirely your choice and can be in the form of a report, a scientific investigation or an artefact.
Students are taught the skills that enable them to complete the project, such as research, referencing, report-writing, and presenting, and are given individual university-style supervisions by a member of staff.
Our Sixth Form students reflect the school’s focus on innovation. Recently, Jemima Frame was awarded a top national science prize for her ground-breaking research into the diets of domestic cats.

The Sixth Form at Streatham & Clapham High School offers a well-rounded and supportive environment where students can excel academically and personally. With a wide range of A-Level courses, expert teaching, and comprehensive support, SCHS prepares students for the next step in their educational journey, equipping them with the skills and confidence needed to succeed in whichever higher education pathway they choose.
While academic achievement is a key focus, the Sixth Form at SCHS also emphasises the importance of personal development. Students are encouraged to take on leadership roles, participate in community service, and engage in co-curricular and supra-curricular activities. These experiences help to build resilience, communication skills, and a sense of responsibility, all of which are essential for success in both university and future careers.
Upcoming Events

Into the Sixth: Autumn Event
(16-18 years)
Tuesday 15 September 2026
6:00 pm – 7:30 pm
Streatham & Clapham Senior School
42 Abbotswood Road, London, SW16 1AW
Senior School Open Day
(11-18 years)
Saturday 26 September 2026
8:40 am – 12:00 pm
Streatham & Clapham Senior School
42 Abbotswood Road, London, SW16 1AW
Latest News:
Outgoing Head Girl awarded the prestigious Mo Bosch GDST scholarship
We are delighted to celebrate our incredible outgoing Head Girl for receiving the prestigious Mo Bosch scholarship. This GDST award is aimed at Year 13 students planning to pursue degrees in journalism, media, or communications at university and it has a focus on women in leadership and education.
Head’s Blog
I hope that the girls have been having a super time in Activities Week enjoying a different kind of learning as part of our commitment to a holistic educational vision. Whether taking on new physical challenges and risks, working as a team, learning from the battlefields of Normandy, experiencing the world of work, or preparing a compelling university application, this week will have accelerated the girls’ sense of their identity now and who they want to become.
SCHS Head at the Forefront of National Smartphone Debate
Streatham & Clapham High School’s Head, Ms Cathy Ellott, has contributed to a growing national conversation around smartphone use among young people, following her inclusion in recent press coverage in London Now and the Harrow Times, exploring the impact of screen time on teenagers.
Head’s Talk
Step inside an inspiring new conversation series from Streatham & Clapham High School, where Head, Ms Cathy Ellott, sits down with remarkable women from diverse backgrounds to share insights, experiences, and ideas that shape the future.


