Watford Grammar School for Girls

URN: 136289 • Watford WD18 0AE

Overview

Name
Watford Grammar School for Girls
URN
136289
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Girls
Religious
Church of England
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
WATFORD GRAMMAR SCHOOL FOR GIRLS
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Outstanding
Ranking score
79.3 / 100
School thumbnail

Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Sylvia Tai (since 2025) , Headmistress
Telephone
01923223403
Website
Visit
Address
Lady's Close, Watford WD18 0AE

Summary

Watford Grammar School for Girls, established in 1704, is a secondary academy located in Watford, Hertfordshire. With a capacity for 1,310 students, the school currently serves 1,429 girls, fostering a diverse and inclusive community. The ethos of the school centres on nurturing independent, creative, and ambitious young women, guided by the maxim “I can do it and I will do it.”

The curriculum is designed to promote academic excellence, with a strong emphasis on literacy and numeracy, supported by experienced subject specialists. Students are encouraged to engage in a wide range of extracurricular activities, including music, drama, and sports, which complement their academic pursuits and foster personal growth.

Pastoral care is a key focus, ensuring that students receive the support they need to thrive. The school values its single-sex environment while maintaining a collaborative relationship with Watford Grammar School for Boys, enhancing learning opportunities. Overall, Watford Grammar School for Girls aims to empower students to become compassionate, high-achieving individuals ready to contribute positively to society.

Key details

LA
Hertfordshire
Age range
11 - 18
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
WATFORD GRAMMAR SCHOOL FOR GIRLS
Capacity
1310
Pupils
1429
Boys
0
Girls
1429
FSM %
6.50
Open date
2010-09-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2024-03-06
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Hertfordshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1429 0 1429 1310 6.50
2024-09-11 1451 0 1451 1310 6.20
2023-09-11 1432 0 1432 1310 5.20
2022-09-11 1432 0 1432 1310 5.20
2021-09-11 1403 0 1403 1310 4.30
2020-09-11 1365 0 1365 1310 3.60

Reviews

No reviews yet. Be the first to share your experience.

Add a review

Please sign in to post a review. Go to login

Are you the school owner?

Claim this profile to reply to reviews and add details.

Requires login