Southend High School for Girls

URN: 136444 • Southend-on-Sea SS2 4UZ

Overview

Name
Southend High School for Girls
URN
136444
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Girls
Religious
None
Admissions
Selective
Trust
SOUTHEND HIGH SCHOOL FOR GIRLS ACADEMY TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Outstanding
Ranking score
77.8 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Jason Carey (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01702588852
Website
Visit
Address
Southchurch Boulevard, Southend-on-Sea SS2 4UZ

Summary

Southend High School for Girls is a secondary academy located in Southend-on-Sea, with a current enrolment of 1,253 students and a capacity of 1,269. The school prides itself on academic excellence, fostering a vibrant environment where students are encouraged to develop leadership skills, creativity, and independence. The ethos of the school is centered around ensuring that every student feels safe, happy, and successful.

The curriculum at SHSG is designed to challenge and inspire students, with a strong emphasis on both academic performance and extracurricular activities, including sports and the arts. The school maintains a commitment to nurturing talent and promoting a well-rounded education, preparing students for future success in various fields.

Community engagement is a key aspect of SHSG, with students actively participating as ambassadors in local initiatives. The school also values its connections with alumni, fostering a network that keeps former students informed about the school's ongoing achievements and developments.

Key details

LA
Southend-on-Sea
Age range
11 - 18
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
SOUTHEND HIGH SCHOOL FOR GIRLS ACADEMY TRUST
Capacity
1269
Pupils
1253
Boys
56
Girls
1197
FSM %
8.80
Open date
2011-02-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2011-12-09
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Essex

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1253 56 1197 1269 8.80
2024-09-11 1238 51 1187 1269 8.30
2023-09-11 1252 59 1193 1269 5.90
2022-09-11 1252 59 1193 1269 5.90
2021-09-11 1182 40 1142 1200 5.90
2020-09-11 1178 36 1142 1200 4.30

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