Southend High School for Girls

About Southend High School for Girls

Southend High School for Girls is a high-performing grammar school – academic excellence is at the core of our purpose and commitment to students and parents. We are unashamedly ambitious for our students and challenge them far beyond the National Curriculum. SHSG is an inspiring and vibrant place, full of energy and laughter – and amazing people!

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Key Facts

Students 1,200

Head/Principal Jason Carey

Rating Breakdown

Based on published reviews

Safety & Security 4.3

Teaching Quality 4.3

Communication 4.0

Student Wellbeing 4.0

Facilities 4.3

School Workforce

Teacher and staff information • 2024-2025

Note: These figures are estimated based on national averages. Actual school-level data not yet available.

17.0:1

Pupil-Teacher Ratio

Excellent

73.7

Teachers (FTE)

Estimated workforce data based on GIAS enrollment and national average ratios. Academic year 2024-2025.

Secondary School Results (Key Stage 4)

Exam performance data • 2023-2024

75.8

Attainment 8

Average grade across 8 subjects

+0.74

Progress 8

Well above average

100.0%

English & Maths 9-5

Strong pass in both

100.0%

English & Maths 9-4

Standard pass in both

Additional Information

69.1% entered EBacc

66.3% achieved EBacc

178 pupils in cohort

Data from DfE Performance Tables for academic year 2023-2024. Published January 2024. View full performance tables

Reviews 4

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Rachel M. Unconfirmed

Parent Sep 1, 2023

4.0

"Mixed Bag"

We're still getting used to the rhythm of school life, but we're pleased with the initial experience at SHSG so far. My daughter loves the Duke of Edinburgh program, but we've had some issues with the school's communication regarding her homework. Overall, we're optimistic about her time at SHSG.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 3/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 3/5

Facilities 4/5

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Emma D. Unconfirmed

Parent Feb 15, 2023

5.0

"Exceptional Education at SHSG!"

I'm absolutely thrilled with the education my daughter is receiving at SHSG. The teachers are passionate, the facilities are top-notch, and the values of the school really resonate with us as a family. We're so grateful to be a part of the SHSG community!

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 4/5

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Louise T. Unconfirmed

Parent Nov 25, 2022

4.0

"Strong Academic Focus"

As a parent of a Year 11 student, I'm impressed with the school's commitment to academic excellence. My daughter is really benefiting from the Trivium 21C approaches and the teachers' passion for their subjects. We're confident she'll achieve great things at SHSG.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 4/5

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Sophie W. Unconfirmed

Parent Jun 20, 2022

5.0

"A School Like No Other"

My daughter graduated from SHSG a few years ago, and I still get goosebumps thinking about her time there. From the moment she started, the school provided her with a safe, happy, and successful environment that helped her shine. We're so proud to have been a part of the SHSG family!

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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