Watford Grammar School for Girls

Partially selective

National rank

159

137=

Rank last year

65.8%

A-level

A-level

A*-B

54.4%

GCSE

GCSE

A*/A/9/8/7

Need to know

Head teacher

Sylvia Tai

Gender of entry

Girls

Total pupils

1,451

Head teacher

Sylvia Tai

Gender of entry

Girls

Total pupils

1,451

Head teacher

Sylvia Tai

Gender of entry

Girls

Total pupils

1,451

Progress 8

WELL ABOVE AVERAGE

Pupils on free school meals

6.2%

Progress 8

WELL ABOVE AVERAGE

Pupils on free school meals

6.2%

Our methodology
Results

A-level 2024 rank: 187=

Grade

%

A*

17.5

A

21.5

B

26.9

A*/A

38.9

A*-B

65.8

GCSE 2024 rank: 130=

Grade

%

A*/9/8

37.1

A/7

17.3

A*/A/9/8/7

54.4

What the school inspection says

Date of report
2024
Verdict *
Outstanding
”Pupils are rightly proud to attend this remarkable school. Pupils are caring, kind and considerate of others. Being a ‘Watford girl’ is important because it gives pupils a strong sense of belonging, heritage and shared values. While recognising its rich history, the school continues to adapt and evolve to provide the best opportunities for pupils ... Pupils come from a diverse range of backgrounds. They appreciate how well the school helps them to understand diversity in their school community and the wider world ... Leaders have designed an ambitious and well thought-out curriculum. Although there is a sharp focus on academic subjects, the school ensures that pupils receive a high-quality education in the arts, practical subjects and physical education.”
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*From September 2024, Ofsted no longer makes an overall effectiveness judgment in inspections of state-funded schools. A consultation on the new report cards will take place in 2025.
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