The Tiffin Girls' School

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 6 January 2026

The Tiffin Girls' School is exceptionally ambitious for all pupils to achieve their very best. Pupils are provided with a world-class educational experience that inspires them to be the best they can be. They are happy and proud to be part of this community. They work extremely hard to live up to the school's motto: ‘sapere aude - dare to be wise’. Pupils are coached to become independent thinkers and they demonstrate great determination to succeed. Pupils benefit from teaching of the highest quality. As a result, pupils’ achievement is superb. From the moment that they join, pupils are caringly welcomed and quickly feel that they belong. Relationships between pupils and staff at the school are exceptional. Staff provide high-quality pastoral care. Pupils know that if they have any concerns, there is someone to turn to. This helps pupils to feel safe. All pupils meet the school’s high expectations. They have exemplary manners. Politeness is second nature and their respectful conduct sets a happy, professional tone throughout the school. Pupils love attending school. As a result, attendance across all year groups is very high. The school provides extraordinary opportunities for pupils to develop their self-confidence and raise their aspirations. Pupils develop a strong, unique sense of community. They are proud to be a ‘Tiffin Girl’ and strive to make a difference. Pupils benefit from an exceptional enrichment offer, which develops and stretches their talents and interests. Pupils and students in the sixth form enthusiastically take on roles of responsibility. This enables them to have a meaningful impact on the life of the school. For example, students organise and present at the annual student conferences. Pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) and those from disadvantaged backgrounds, achieve exceptionally well. They gain the important skills they need now and to prepare them for their future lives. Pupils, and post-16 students, go on to impressive destinations and to lead successful careers.

What the school should improve

• Leaders and those responsible for governance should maximise the effectiveness of their systems and processes to gather and share the right information about pupils facing barriers to their learning and/or wellbeing, in order to drive a transformational impact for all pupils.

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