Didcot Girls' School
URN: 138490 • Didcot OX11 7AJ
Overview
- Name
- Didcot Girls' School
- URN
- 138490
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Girls
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- RIDGEWAY EDUCATION TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Outstanding
- Ranking score
- 76.6 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Georgina Littler (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01235812092
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Manor Crescent, Didcot OX11 7AJ
Summary
Didcot Girls' School is an all-girls comprehensive academy located in Didcot, Oxfordshire, with a current enrolment of 1,643 students and a capacity of 1,593. The school is dedicated to fostering an environment that promotes resilience, leadership skills, and high educational standards. It is part of the Ridgeway Education Trust and offers a co-educational Sixth Form in partnership with St Birinus School, providing a diverse range of progression opportunities for students.
The curriculum at Didcot Girls' School is designed to support academic excellence while also encouraging personal development. The school places a strong emphasis on extracurricular activities, including cultural events and community engagement, which enrich the students' educational experience. Recent highlights include participation in national competitions and various artistic showcases, reflecting the school's commitment to a well-rounded education.
With a focus on inclusivity, Didcot Girls' School actively supports its students through various initiatives, including a House system that encourages teamwork and community spirit. The school also provides resources for students from disadvantaged backgrounds, with 12.8% of pupils eligible for free school meals, ensuring that every girl has the opportunity to thrive.
The curriculum at Didcot Girls' School is designed to support academic excellence while also encouraging personal development. The school places a strong emphasis on extracurricular activities, including cultural events and community engagement, which enrich the students' educational experience. Recent highlights include participation in national competitions and various artistic showcases, reflecting the school's commitment to a well-rounded education.
With a focus on inclusivity, Didcot Girls' School actively supports its students through various initiatives, including a House system that encourages teamwork and community spirit. The school also provides resources for students from disadvantaged backgrounds, with 12.8% of pupils eligible for free school meals, ensuring that every girl has the opportunity to thrive.
Useful links
- School Development Plan (download)
- ProspectusRead More (other)
- Sixth Form (other)
- @@GKKLeadership (other)
- Twitter (other)
- Support (other)
- Didcot Sixth FormRead More (other)
- ParentPay (other)
- RET SCITT (other)
- Ridgeway Education TrustRead More (other)
Nearby alternatives
- St Birinus School (63.4)
- UTC Oxfordshire (48.8)
- Didcot Girls' School (45.2)
- St Birinus School (45.2)
- Aureus School (38.5)
Key details
- LA
- Oxfordshire
- Age range
- 11 - 18
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- RIDGEWAY EDUCATION TRUST
- Capacity
- 1593
- Pupils
- 1643
- Boys
- 0
- Girls
- 1643
- FSM %
- 12.80
- Open date
- 2012-08-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2022-11-23
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Oxfordshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 1643 | 0 | 1643 | 1593 | 12.80 |
| 2024-09-11 | 1616 | 0 | 1616 | 1593 | 12.10 |
| 2023-09-11 | 1562 | 0 | 1562 | 1593 | 8.60 |
| 2022-09-11 | 1562 | 0 | 1562 | 1593 | 8.60 |
| 2021-09-11 | 1551 | 0 | 1551 | 1542 | 7.40 |
| 2020-09-11 | 1494 | 0 | 1494 | 1542 | 6.30 |
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