Challney High School for Girls

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 25 March 2025

Pupils thrive at this school. The school is determined, in all it does, that its girls will become 'influential women of the future'. It does exemplary work to ensure that pupils can achieve this ambition. The school provides exceptional opportunities for pupils to develop their self-confidence and raise their aspirations. Pupils develop their leadership skills through a vast range of positions, such as eco- leaders and sports ambassadors. Through the exemplary careers programme, pupils meet a range of employers and learn about the world of work. They are inspired by former students who have been successful in their fields. The school broadens pupils' interests through a wide range of well-attended clubs, from chess to drama and many sports. Pupils can deepen their learning through the 'super- curriculum'. Pupils enjoy showing their additional learning to the leadership team on 'proud Thursdays'. The school is a calm and welcoming environment. Interruptions to learning are rare. Pupils are engaged by an ambitious curriculum and high-quality teaching. They are ambitious to learn as well as they can. Consequently, pupils achieve very highly here. Pupils learn how to keep themselves safe and healthy. If they need additional support with their well-being, the school provides it. Pupils are happy here, so their attendance is exceptionally high.

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