Janine Wilkins, parent to two girls, in Year 10 and Year 13, said: “Both girls are happy here, and it’s a safe school, as there doesn’t seem to be any bullying. The teachers are encouraging.”

Sally Blackmore, parent of two girls at the School, said: “It feels quite a close community here, and the staff go out of their way to offer support. The teachers are very approachable and go out of their way to help.”

Steve Shields, head of ICT, said: “The pupils are brilliant – lively and fun. It’s far more about education here than it is focused on their behaviour. There’s also so many opportunities for the pupils.”

with the social enterprise scheme, the house system, and this school offers life skills for all.”

Melanie Cowie, a history teacher at the school for 15 years, said: “The pupils are a real joy to work with and the staff are really supportive. The girls are just lovely to teach, and I guess that is why I’ve stayed all this time.”

Imogen Mead, 18, in Year 13, said: “There’s a good connection with the teachers and pupils at the school. There’s also a lot of responsibility given to the younger students, so that they can get more involved.”

Tara Shore, 18, in Year 13, said: “My favourite thing about the school has got to be the teachers. It was definitely nerve-wracking starting here aged 11, but I’ve been here since Year 7 and I’ve loved it.”

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Susannah Lynn, 13, in Year 9, said: “I like that my form is really close, and we also know the sixth-formers are here to help. You also have a lot more freedom to try things like science experiments and other cool things.”