- Founded in 1872, the college was modelled on Cheltenham Ladies’ College and shares close ties with its sister school in mainland Britain. Its principal building, dating from 1963, is on a large campus on the edge of St Peter Port.
- About two-thirds of pupils are from the Channel Islands, with most of the rest from the UK and a small proportion from overseas. Sixth-form classes are shared with the coeducational Elizabeth College.
- The school motto is Fais ce que dois advienne que pourra – “Do what is right, come what may”.
- Extracurricular opportunities include the Combined Cadet Force, the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award scheme and volunteering, as well as a wide range of clubs, musical groups and arts. The girls take part in sports from skateboarding to sailing.
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