Devonport High School for Girls
Devonport High School for Girls is a secondary located in Plymouth, PL2 3DL. According to the most recent Ofsted inspection, the school has been rated Good. The school admits pupils aged 11 to 18. It currently has approximately 860 pupils on roll.
Devonport High School for Girls is a girls school. It is classified as a academy converter. The school has a sixth form for post-16 study.
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School Information
Phase of Education: Secondary
School Type: Academy converter
Gender: Girls
Ages Taught: 11 to 18
Boarding: No boarders
Nursery Provision: Not applicable
Sixth Form: Has a sixth form
Urban/Rural: (England/Wales) Urban city and town
Religious Diocese: Not applicable
Local Authority: Plymouth
Enrollment & Capacity
School Capacity: 840
Number of Pupils: 860
Number of Boys: 20
Number of Girls: 840
Special Classes Code: 2
Percentage on Free School Meals: 9.3
Last Changed Date: 2025-05-20
Inspection Report Summary
About Ofsted inspection information
Overall inspection ratings shown here reflect data last updated in July 2025.
Support for displaying Ofsted's newer report card format will be added to this page in a future update.
Overall Effectiveness: Good
Category of Concern: N/A
Quality of Education: Good
Behaviour & Attitudes: Outstanding
Personal Development: Outstanding
Leadership & Management: Good
Early Years Provision: Not Rated
Sixth Form Provision: Good
Safeguarding Effective: Yes
Inspection Date: 2019-12-16
Full Ofsted Report: View on Ofsted Website
Contact
Headteacher: Sargeant
Phone: 01752705024
Website: http://www.dhsg.co.uk
Location: Lyndhurst Road, Peverell
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About Ofsted inspection information
Overall inspection ratings shown here reflect data last updated in July 2025. Support for displaying Ofsted's newer report card format will be added to the school page in a future update.
Local area information
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Frequently Asked Questions about Devonport High School for Girls
What is the Ofsted rating of Devonport High School for Girls?
Devonport High School for Girls has been rated Good by Ofsted in its most recent inspection.
What ages does Devonport High School for Girls admit?
Devonport High School for Girls admits pupils from age 11 to 18.
Is Devonport High School for Girls a boys', girls', or mixed school?
Devonport High School for Girls is a girls school.
What type of school is Devonport High School for Girls?
Devonport High School for Girls is a academy converter offering secondary education.
What is the crime rate near Devonport High School for Girls?
You can view detailed crime statistics for the area around Devonport High School for Girls on this page. The data is sourced from the Police UK API and covers a 12-month rolling period.
Are there homes available near Devonport High School for Girls?
Yes — MyLittleEyes lists homes to rent and buy near Devonport High School for Girls in Plymouth. Scroll down to see available properties within 1 mile of the school.
