Davison Church of England High School for Girls, Worthing

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 4 June 2024

Davison School provides an exceptional education for its pupils. The caring and supportive environment is underpinned by the school's strong ethos. Pupils' love of learning is evident through their confident attitudes and commendable behaviour. Values of friendship, trust and endurance pervade all aspects of school life and allow pupils to flourish. The school values are reflected in a carefully designed personal development programme which embraces British values and promotes equality and diversity. Pupils are taught about tolerance, consent, relationships and protected characteristics. They are well prepared to be 'the best versions of themselves'. The school offers an extensive range of extra-curricular and enrichment opportunities covering arts, sports, interest groups and social activities, as well as numerous trips locally and abroad. This provision is much appreciated and utilised well by disadvantaged pupils. The school's commitment to developing pupils' character is exceptional. Pupils are safe and happy. Expectations are high and pupils achieve very well academically. Bullying is extremely rare, and all pupils are adamant that staff take action to stop it quickly. Community service is at the heart of school life. There are numerous opportunities for pupils to demonstrate active citizenship as school prefects and school councillors as well as through charitable work.

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