Devonport High School for Girls
11+ Admissions Guide 2026

How to get into Devonport High School for Girls

Grammar SchoolDevon, South West5 days until registration opensOfsted: Good

Gender

Girls

Exam Board

Quest Assessments

Places (Year 7)

158

Pupil-to-Teacher Ratio

16.5:1

Healthy

About Devonport High School for Girls

Devonport High School for Girls combines academic rigour with genuine pastoral warmth, creating an environment where girls are encouraged to think deeply and aim high. The curriculum is notably broad, offering languages including Chinese and classics alongside strong science provision, with many students progressing to medicine and other competitive fields. Sixth formers thrive in a culture of intellectual curiosity, undertaking independent research projects and academic writing while mentoring younger pupils. Beyond the classroom, students balance their studies with sports, arts, and student-led initiatives like the diversity council, supported by a nurturing community where staff are trusted confidants and peers look out for one another.

Subjects Tested

MathsEnglish

Ages & Pupils

916

Total pupils

Ofsted Rating

Good

Overall effectiveness

Inspected 19/11/2019

Quality of Education

Good

Behaviour & Attitudes

Outstanding

Personal Development

Outstanding

Leadership & Management

Good

Sixth Form Provision

Good

Academic Performance

Attainment 8

73.8

Average GCSE score across 8 subjects

National average46.2

GCSE Grade 5+

97.6%

Achieving Grade 5+ in English & Maths

National average45.3%

School Profile

School Size
916 pupilsSmall
Pupil-to-Teacher Ratio
16.5:1Healthy
Consortium
GL Assessment

Admissions

Published Admission Number
158 places

Student Demographics

9.5%

Free School Meals

14.2%

English as Additional Language

0.22%

EHCP

6.11%

SEN Support

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