The short version
Above-average GCSE results. At capacity. Rated Good by Ofsted (2019).
- GCSE results are above the national average (Attainment 8: 73.8 vs national 43.8)
- Rated Good by Ofsted in 2019
- This is a girls-only school
Selective intake
This school offers places by entrance exam. See how 11+ formats differ between schools — and which exam boards they use.
Performance
DfE published dataOfficial DfE Results
Attainment 8
Average points across 8 GCSE subjects
73.8
30.0 vs nationalEnglish & maths (grade 5+)
Strong pass in both core subjects
98%
55.8pp vs nationalEBacc entry
Academic subjects including a language
87%
A-Level Average
Mean grade across subjects
B
A-Level Value Added
Progress vs expected
-0.24
Band 4Source: Department for Education Performance Tables 2024-25
Post-GCSE Destinations
These figures track pupils 6 months after leaving. Source: DfE destination measures.
Sustained destination
In education, employment or training
100%
Continuing education
Sixth form, FE college, or school
98%
Apprenticeships
Work combined with training
0%
Employment
Directly into work
2%
Based on 124 leavers
Source: DfE Destination Measures 2024/25
Attendance
In practice: Pupils miss about 8 days per year on average — about two weeks of school.
8% of pupils miss 10% or more of school
Source: DfE School Census
Staffing
On average, 17 pupils share each qualified teacher, but with teaching assistants there's 1 adult for every 14 pupils.
Staff breakdown
Plus 68 other support staff
Source: DfE School Workforce Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Secondary
- Ages
- 11–18
- Intake
- Girls
Numbers
- Pupils
- 916
- Capacity
- 100%
- FSM
- 9.5%
- Admissions
- Selective
Governance
- Local authority
- Plymouth
- Trust
- DEVONPORT HIGH SCHOOL FOR GIRLS
- Head
- Mr Lee Sargeant (Head Teacher)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- Yes
Inspection record
Official linksSchool inspection
7 official reports linked on this page, including 6 earlier reports.
Previous reports
School inspection: Good
November 2019 | School Inspection
Short inspection
January 2018 | Short Inspection
Full inspection: Good
October 2013 | Full Inspection
Academy conversion letter
February 2012 | Academy Conversion Letter
Interim assessment
January 2012 | Interim assessment Interim assessment
Curriculum and development visit
November 2011 | Curriculum and development visit Curriculum and development visit
Location
Lyndhurst Road, Peverell, Plymouth, Devon, PL2 3DL
Town setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmFord Primary School
Primary · 1.3km away
Hyde Park Infants' School
Primary · 1.3km away
Plymouth College
Independent · 1.3km away
Scott Medical and Healthcare College
Secondary · 1.4km away
Stoke Damerel Community College
Secondary · 1.4km away
Stuart Road Primary Academy
Primary · 1.7km away
Plymouth High School for Girls
Secondary · 1.9km away
College Road Primary School
Primary · 1.9km away
Questions parents ask
Is Devonport High School for Girls a selective school?
Yes. Devonport High School for Girls has a selective intake, which means places are offered based on performance in an entrance exam. Check the school's admissions page for the current exam format and registration deadlines.
What is Devonport High School for Girls's Ofsted rating?
Devonport High School for Girls was rated Good at its most recent inspection in February 2025. Full reports are linked on this page.
How many pupils attend Devonport High School for Girls?
Devonport High School for Girls currently has 916 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does Devonport High School for Girls take?
Devonport High School for Girls caters for pupils aged 11 to 18. It is classified as a secondary school.
Where is Devonport High School for Girls?
Devonport High School for Girls is in Plymouth, PL2 3DL, in the Plymouth local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does Devonport High School for Girls have a sixth form?
Yes, Devonport High School for Girls has a sixth form, so pupils can continue to A-levels or equivalent qualifications without changing school.
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