Devonport High School for Girls

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 11 February 2025

At Devonport High School for Girls pupils consistently fulfil their potential. The academic and pastoral support provided is exceptionally strong. This enables pupils to excel across the curriculum and in examinations. Pupils enjoy their schooling. They listen attentively in class before bursting into animated discussion of the subject matter. They learn how to think and write in scholarly ways in each subject. Pupils appreciate the fair way they are treated by staff and the extra support they receive if they need to catch up. The school supports pupils' diverse aspirations and interests. Many pupils go on to further study in the sciences, including careers in medicine. In the sixth form, students receive expert support with their applications to university. Throughout their time at the school, pupils continue to be active in sports and in the arts, as part of a rich extra-curricular programme. Students in the sixth form thrive on the school's culture of ambition and invention. Alongside their studies, many undertake projects in which they innovate in the fields of science and technology or write academic papers. Sixth-form students provide valuable mentoring to younger pupils. They help with any academic or personal challenges.

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