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Watford Grammar School for Girls
Lady's Close, Watford, Hertfordshire, WD18 0AE, Hertfordshire
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
96.9 / 100
Top 3%
Better than 97% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Outstanding
Pupils
1,429
Capacity
1,310
Ages
11–18
Gender
Girls
Occupancy
109%
Faith
Church of England
Summary
With an Outstanding rating from Ofsted and exceptional GCSE results, this school excels in academic achievement, boasting an Attainment 8 score in the top 4% nationally. An impressive 91% of students achieve grade 4 or above in English and Maths, while 83% secure grade 5 or higher. The strong EBacc entry rate of 76% further highlights its commitment to a rigorous curriculum, making it a compelling choice for parents seeking a high-quality secondary education.
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Last inspected: 5 March 2024Quality Of Education: OutstandingPersonal Development: OutstandingBehaviour & Attitudes: OutstandingLeadership & Management: Outstanding
GCSE Results
| Metric | Value | vs UK |
|---|---|---|
| Attainment 8Combined grade score across a pupil's best 8 GCSEs. Higher = stronger academic outcomes. National average ~46.7. | 68.2 | Top 4% UK |
| English & Maths — Standard pass (grade 4+)Share of pupils who achieved grade 4+ in both English and Maths. Grade 4 is the minimum threshold for most employers and sixth forms. National average ~64%. | 91% | Top 6% UK |
| English & Maths — Strong pass (grade 5+)Share of pupils achieving grade 5+ in both English and Maths. Required by many universities and competitive sixth-form programmes. National average ~44%. | 83% | Top 5% UK |
| EBacc — Entry rate% of pupils who sat GCSEs in the full EBacc suite: English, Maths, History or Geography, a language, and Sciences. Signals a broad academic curriculum. National average ~39%. | 76% | Top 6% UK |
| EBacc — Achievement (grade 5+)% of pupils who achieved grade 5+ across all EBacc subjects. Reflects both curriculum breadth and academic rigour. National average ~22%. | 60% | Top 6% UK |
Pupil Ethnicity
Asian Indian31.7%
Asian Pakistani15.1%
Asian Other13.9%
White British13.5%
White Other5.0%
Mixed W+Asian3.6%
Black African3.6%
Asian Chinese3.0%
Mixed Other2.8%
Other1.8%
Asian Bangladeshi1.1%
Mixed W+B African0.6%
Black Caribbean0.6%
Mixed W+B Carib.0.4%
Black Other0.3%
White Irish0.1%
Location
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51.65237, -0.39763 · WD18 0AE
School details
Local authorityHertfordshire
RegionEast of England
URN136289
School typeAcademy converter
Frequently asked questions
What is Watford Grammar School for Girls rated by Ofsted?
Watford Grammar School for Girls was rated "Outstanding" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 5 March 2024.
Is Watford Grammar School for Girls a good school?
Watford Grammar School for Girls scores 96.9/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the top 3% of all open schools in England. The score is a composite of Ofsted inspection results, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction surveys.
How do pupils perform at Watford Grammar School for Girls in GCSEs?
Watford Grammar School for Girls achieved an Attainment 8 score of 68.2. 91% of pupils achieved grade 9–4 in English and Maths.
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