- DHSG is a selective state school in Plymouth, catering for girls aged 11-18 at the higher end of the academic ability range. It acquired academy status in 2019.
- Founded in 1908 as a specialist language college, the school maintains this aspect by offering classes in Mandarin, French, German and Spanish.
- Examples of educational field trips for sixth-formers studying history include tours of the Houses of Parliament and a visit to Westminster Abbey to see the tombs of Tudor monarchs.
- High aspirations, self-discipline, taking risks and making mistakes to develop resilience, and evolving into highly motivated global citizens are key points in the school’s mission statement.
Results
A-level 2024 rank: 125

Grade
%
A*
13.4
A
28.7
B
29.3
A*/A
42
A*-B
71.3
GCSE 2024 rank: 72

Grade
%
A*/9/8
49.3
A/7
21.8
A*/A/9/8/7
71.1