Sacred Heart of Mary Girls' School

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 1 October 2024

Pupils thrive in this caring school community. Pupils are safe and well looked after. They believe that the school prepares them well for their next steps. They know how to stay safe online and in the outside world. The school prioritises teaching pupils about the importance of physical and mental health. Pupils value the respectful rapport that they build with staff and each other. All pupils have a trusted adult they can speak to. Teachers are always there to help them to refine their work. Staff consistently hold the view that all pupils will achieve to the best of their ability. Pupils perform exceptionally well in their academic studies and in the wide range of enrichment activities that the school provides. Pupils gain confidence and resilience. They take on leadership roles such as form captains and mental health ambassadors. Pupils make a notable contribution to charities, including a well-known charity for overseas development. Pupils demonstrate strong attitudes to learning. They said that it is rare for pupils to misbehave or to be mean to others. Pupils do not tolerate any unkind or disrespectful behaviour. Consequently, it rarely happens. In the unusual case that it does, pupils have full confidence in staff to intervene. Sixth-form students are excellent role models for their younger peers.

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