Prenton High School for Girls

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 29 November 2022

Pupils are proud to be part of this caring community. The school values are trust, respect, integrity, kindness and endeavour. Pupils understand these values and try to live up to them by working hard and looking after each other. Pupils say they enjoy coming to school because teachers are kind and know them well as individuals. Pupils' behaviour matches the high expectations of staff. During social times, pupils enjoy chatting with their friends or attending one of many clubs and societies provided by staff. The school is a calm place to walk around. Pupils told inspectors that they feel safe when they are in school. They are confident that they can approach staff for help if they have a problem. Staff do their best to ensure that any bullying is sorted out quickly and effectively. Leaders have very high expectations of pupils' academic achievement. In lessons, pupils listen to their teachers and concentrate on their work. They work hard and achieve well. The 'Learning for Life' personal development curriculum provides pupils with the knowledge they need to live safe and happy lives. Older pupils have the opportunity to become part of the student leadership team and are excellent role models for pupils in Years 7 and 8.

What the school should improve

• In a small number of subjects not enough thought has been given to the retention of learning. Therefore, a few pupils find it difficult to recall elements of their prior learning. They find it hard to make connections between what they have previously learned and their current learning. Leaders should ensure that in these subjects teachers revisit key topics and concepts to ensure that learning is regularly reinforced.

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