Speakers

In September 2023, Anna Paul was appointed as the 13th Head of South Hampstead High School GDST – a leading London day school, established in 1876, that welcomes girls aged 4 to 18. South Hampstead was recently crowned Independent Girls’ School of the Year, praised for its unwavering commitment to feminism and forward-thinking approach. Anna brings with her an impressive record of achieving academic excellence along with substantial pastoral experience. An English Teacher by background, she has a degree in English Literature from Durham University and a Postgraduate Certificate of Professional Study from the University of Cambridge. Prior to her headship at South Hampstead, she was Senior Deputy Head (Pastoral) at Godolphin & Latymer for nine years and previously worked at The John Lyon School and North London Collegiate School. Anna believes in the central role of women in leadership and in preparing girls to find their voice and use their influence as a force for good. She enjoys running on Hampstead Heath, reading, and days out in London with her young daughters.