Newport Girls' High School Academy
Newport, Shropshire · TF10 7HL
Newport Girls' High School is a selective girls' grammar school in Shropshire, graded Outstanding across all Ofsted categories in November 2022. The school serves girls from Newport and a wider catchment including Telford, Stafford, Shrewsbury, Market Drayton and Wolverhampton. With circa 786 pupils and a strong emphasis on both academic excellence and personal development, NGHS combines rigorous scholarship with a warm, inclusive ethos and extensive co-curricular opportunities.
- →Consistent top-tier academic results (ranked #9 in West Midlands by Sunday Times Parent Power 2025/26)
- →Fully outstanding Ofsted inspection (November 2022) across all categories
- →Selective intake ensures motivated peer group and rigorous teaching
- →Strong pastoral care with clear focus on student wellbeing and wider personal development
Who thrives here
Academically ambitious girls aged 11–18 from the surrounding region who thrive in a competitive but supportive environment and value both classical education and diverse co-curricular enrichment. The school suits those seeking a traditional girls' grammar education without boarding requirements.
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Contact & visit
Wellington Road
Newport, Shropshire
TF10 7HL
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Frequently asked questions
How much does Newport Girls' High School Academy cost?
Newport Girls' High School Academy is a state grammar school, so there are no tuition fees — places are free and allocated by the 11-plus exam and the school’s admissions criteria.
How do you get into Newport Girls' High School Academy?
Newport Girls' High School Academy admits pupils at 11+, 13+, 16+. Entry is assessed by 11+ Selective Examination. See the Admissions section above for open days and key dates.
What are Newport Girls' High School Academy's exam results?
At Newport Girls' High School Academy, 37.5% of A-levels were graded A*–B and 76.1% of GCSEs were grade 7/A or above. Full results are in the Results section above.
Is Newport Girls' High School Academy a boarding school?
Newport Girls' High School Academy is a day school in Newport and does not offer boarding.
What is Newport Girls' High School Academy's latest inspection rating?
Ofsted rated Newport Girls' High School Academy “Outstanding” (2022).
What parents say
Frequently praised
✓Excellent academic outcomes and rigorous curriculum with strong pastoral support
✓Warm, inclusive ethos with genuine emphasis on student wellbeing and wider development
✓Diverse co-curricular programme including drama, expeditions, and leadership opportunities
✓Outstanding Ofsted validation and regional ranking (top 10 in West Midlands)
Common concerns
!Limited public information on fees, bursaries, and financial accessibility for families outside the immediate region