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Leicester High School for Girls

454 London Road
Leicester
Leicestershire
LE2 2PP

T: +44 (0)116 270 5338

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ISC ID: 70499


Head

Mr John Partridge (Head Master)

Girls - age range:

Day: 3 to 18

Size

249 pupils

Leicester High School for Girls case studies (9)

Maths Challenge with local partners

Partners

  • Leicester High School for Girls
  • Fleckney Primary
  • Market Harborough Cof E Academy
  • St Joseph's Catholic VA Primary
  • St John Fisher CVA
  • Avenue Primary School
  • Academic
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STEM Masterclass

Partners

  • Leicester High School for Girls
  • Leicester Islamic Academy
  • Bringhurst Primary
  • Overdale Junior School
  • Krishna Avanti Primary School
  • Blaby Stokes CE Primary School
  • Fleckney Primary
  • St Thomas More
  • Kirby Muxloe
  • St Josephs
  • Old Dalby
  • Kirby Muxloe
  • St Andrews CofE Primary School
  • Orchard CofE Primary School Broughton Astley
  • St John Fisher
  • Academic
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Science Masterclass

Partners

  • Leicester High School for Girls
  • Kibworth Primary Scohol
  • Fleckney Primary School
  • Kirby Muxloe Primary School
  • St Josephs Catholic School
  • St John the Baptist
  • Orchard CofE
  • St Thomas More
  • Orchard Primary School
  • Avenue Primary School
  • Leicester Prep School
  • Rolleston Primary School
  • Academic
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Drama Plays

Partners

  • Leicester High School for Girls
  • St Andrews Primary School North Kilworth
  • Husbands Bosworth Primary School
  • Avenue Primary School
  • Academic
  • Performing Arts And Music
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Robotic Workshop

Partners

  • Leicester High School for Girls
  • Ernesford Academy
  • Academic
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Madani School Taster Day

Partners

  • Leicester High School for Girls
  • Madani Schools Federation
  • Academic
  • Career Guidance
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Madani School Assembly

Partners

  • Leicester High School for Girls
  • Madani Schools Federation
  • Academic
  • Career Guidance
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Training day

Partners

  • Leicester High School for Girls
  • Robert Smyth
  • Academic
  • Art And Design
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Impact of partnership work done in 2025 (ISC annual Census 2026)

  • 8 state schools involved
  • 101-200 state school pupils involved
  • 50 staff hours given

Impact Statement

Community Impact
Community is at the heart of Leicester High School for Girls. We aim to build a welcoming and supportive environment where every girl is known, valued and inspired to be her best.
As a charitable school, we are committed to making a positive contribution to our local community by sharing our expertise, facilities and opportunities. Our community impact includes:

Being an Outward-Facing School
- Visiting local residential homes to perform seasonal music and spend time with residents.
- Hosting Stay and Play sessions for local nursery children in our Early Years setting.
- Taking part in the Schools Shakespeare Festival.
- Delivering dance and sports sessions for pupils from local schools.
- Supporting regional and national sporting events through our Sports Leadership programme.
- Hosting Christmas and Summer fetes for the wider community.
- Making school facilities available to local clubs, classes, holiday clubs and community groups throughout the year.

Partnerships with Educational Institutions
- Hosting free academic Masterclasses for able pupils from local primary schools.
- Providing enrichment opportunities in subjects including Mathematics, Science, Computing, PE and the Arts.
- Encouraging Sixth Form students to mentor younger pupils during Masterclasses.
- Performing Christmas-themed theatre productions in local primary schools.
- Welcoming students from other schools to experience Sixth Form life and taster lessons.
- Inviting local schools to attend school productions and special events.

Commitment to Charity and Social Impact
- Supporting local and national charities chosen by pupils.
- Organising fundraising activities throughout the year.
- Collecting food, toiletries and other essential items for local charitable organisations.
- Providing practical cookery and budgeting skills through community-focused projects and partnerships.
- Encouraging pupils to take an active role in supporting causes that matter to them.

Diversity, Equality and Inclusion
- Embedding equality, diversity and inclusion throughout school life and the curriculum.
- Celebrating cultural and religious festivals from across our community.
- Providing opportunities for pupils to lead assemblies, discussions and awareness activities.
- Promoting understanding, respect and global citizenship.

Bursaries and Financial Assistance
- Offering means-tested bursaries of up to 100% of fees.
- Providing support for families experiencing unexpected financial hardship.
- Awarding academic and music scholarships.
- Working with charitable partners to widen access to independent education.
- Ensuring talented girls can benefit from the opportunities available at Leicester High School for Girls, regardless of financial circumstances.

Alumni Engagement
- Welcoming former pupils back to share their experiences and expertise.
- Hosting careers talks and enrichment sessions led by alumnae.
- Inspiring current students through real-life examples of achievement and success.

Respect, Courtesy and Community Responsibility
- Encouraging pupils to contribute positively to their local and global communities.
- Running enrichment activities focused on human rights, environmental responsibility and social impact.
- Supporting student-led initiatives that benefit others.
- Promoting respect, compassion and responsible citizenship.

Supporting Families
- Welcoming parents into school for events, performances and workshops.
- Providing information sessions on topics such as online safety and wellbeing.
- Encouraging strong partnerships between school and home.
- Offering support, guidance and opportunities for parents to engage with school life.

27 pupils (January 2025 data) receive bursary assistance from the School. 39 pupils receive scholarships, of which 2 receive 55% scholarships from Sir Thomas White Loan Charity.

Academic Scholarships are awarded for exceptional academic performance and potential to excel. They are not means-tested, and those funded by the School provide between 5% and 25% of the School fees. 

Being a scholar of the School carries with it expectations and responsibility. Scholars are expected to take a responsible approach to their academic studies and participate fully in the life of the School. 

The Headteacher's Scholarships for Year 7 entry. 

We have a long history of providing academic scholarships to selected girls joining Year 7. Our Headmaster’s Scholarships provide between 5 - 25% fees funding from Years 7-11, to girls joining the School in Year 7. This Scholarship is also open to existing Year 6 students who will be joining Year 7. The scholarship is not means-tested; however, we are keen to encourage applications from families who may not currently be considering an independent education. Therefore, depending on financial circumstances and fund availability, bursaries to cover up to 80% of fees are also available. 

Music Scholarships and Awards are offered for existing Year 6-13 students or those entering Years 6-13.  

Auditions take place annually and will be awarded to pupils who demonstrate particular musical potential and aptitude. 

  • Academic scholarships
  • Music scholarships
  • Sixth Form scholarships
  • Sibling discounts
  • Bursaries for new entrants
  • Hardship awards for existing pupils

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