The short version
Above-average GCSE results. At capacity. Rated Outstanding by Ofsted (2022).
- GCSE results are above the national average (Attainment 8: 75.3 vs national 43.8)
- Rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2022
- 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
75.3
31.5 vs nationalEnglish & maths (grade 5+)
Strong pass in both core subjects
97%
54.8pp vs nationalEBacc entry
Academic subjects including a language
85%
A-Level Average
Mean grade across subjects
B+
A-Level Value Added
Progress vs expected
-0.06
Band 3Source: 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
99%
Continuing education
Sixth form, FE college, or school
98%
Apprenticeships
Work combined with training
0%
Employment
Directly into work
1%
Based on 86 leavers
Source: DfE Destination Measures 2024/25
Attendance
In practice: Pupils miss about 7 days per year on average — about two weeks of school.
6% of pupils miss 10% or more of school
Source: DfE School Census
Staffing
On average, 18 pupils share each qualified teacher, but with teaching assistants there's 1 adult for every 15 pupils.
Staff breakdown
Plus 57 other support staff
Source: DfE School Workforce Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Secondary
- Ages
- 11–18
- Intake
- Girls
Numbers
- Pupils
- 836
- Capacity
- 100%
- FSM
- 6.4%
- Admissions
- Selective
Governance
- Local authority
- Telford and Wrekin
- Trust
- NEWPORT GIRLS' HIGH SCHOOL ACADEMY TRUST
- Head
- Mr Adam Jones (Headteacher)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- Yes
Inspection record
Official linksSchool inspection: Outstanding
3 official reports linked on this page, including 2 earlier reports.
Previous reports
Location
Wellington Road, Newport, Shropshire, TF10 7HL
Town setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmMoorfield Primary School
Primary · Very close
Newport Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior School
Primary · 467m away
Haberdashers' Adams
Secondary · 677m away
Church Aston Infant School
Primary · 697m away
The Burton Borough School
Secondary · 826m away
Haberdashers' Castle House School
Independent · 1.0km away
St Peter and St Paul Catholic Primary School, A Voluntary Academy
Primary · 1.8km away
Questions parents ask
Is Newport Girls' High School Academy a selective school?
Yes. Newport Girls' High School Academy 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 Newport Girls' High School Academy's Ofsted rating?
Newport Girls' High School Academy was rated Outstanding at its most recent inspection in November 2022. Full reports are linked on this page.
How many pupils attend Newport Girls' High School Academy?
Newport Girls' High School Academy currently has 836 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does Newport Girls' High School Academy take?
Newport Girls' High School Academy caters for pupils aged 11 to 18. It is classified as a secondary school.
Where is Newport Girls' High School Academy?
Newport Girls' High School Academy is in Newport, TF10 7HL, in the Telford and Wrekin local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does Newport Girls' High School Academy have a sixth form?
Yes, Newport Girls' High School Academy has a sixth form, so pupils can continue to A-levels or equivalent qualifications without changing school.
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