Apex Secondary School for Girls

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 24 March 2026

Apex Secondary School for Girls has high expectations for pupils. Pupils benefit from a well-designed curriculum that prepares them for the next stage of their education, and the contribution they can make to their wider communities and society. Pupils study a broad and ambitious curriculum, including a wide range of sports and games as well as academic subjects. Teachers design interesting activities in lessons and support pupils to make progress. Pupils achieve well, including pupils who may have barriers to learning. Pupils are happy and safe here. They learn how to stay safe, including staying safe online. Pupils know how to report any concerns they may face. They have confidence in staff to take action where necessary. Pupils have a deep reverence and respect for everyone’s uniqueness and difference. This contributes to making the school a calm and pleasant place to be. Pupils feel included in all aspects of school life. Staff and other pupils welcome new arrivals of all ages as they join the school. Supportive induction processes help pupils quickly settle into the school. Staff reaffirm a sense of community daily, with greetings in lessons and encouraging participation in activities and social events across year groups. Pupils enjoy their education and take it seriously. They have pride in their work and in their school and are confident, articulate young women.

What the school should improve

• The proprietor should ensure that the systems for recording and analysing pupil and staff information are consistently well used to provide leaders with the insights they need to enhance the support that pupils and staff receive.
• Leaders should ensure that staff are equipped with the knowledge and skills they need to ensure that pupils' learning is consistently supported by high-quality modelling.

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