Why Choose a Girls’ School?
The power of an all-girls education
Leicester High School for Girls is an independent day school for girls aged 3–18. In an all-girls environment, pupils are encouraged to take the lead, speak with confidence, explore their interests and make ambitious choices without being limited by stereotypes.
A girls’ school gives pupils more space to participate fully, develop confidence and grow into independent young women who are ready for the future.
At Leicester High, this means every aspect of school life is designed with girls in mind: the classroom experience, pastoral care, leadership opportunities, enrichment and preparation for life beyond school.
Why girls’ schools work
Girls’ schools create an environment where girls are expected to contribute, question, lead and succeed. They are encouraged to take responsibility, challenge themselves and develop confidence in their own abilities.
At Leicester High, girls benefit from:
- a learning environment designed for girls
- small classes and individual support
- strong female role models across school life
- leadership opportunities at every age
- high expectations in all subjects
- encouragement to pursue STEM, the arts, humanities, sport and public speaking
- a culture where every girl is known, valued and inspired to be her best
No stereotypes, no limits
In a girls’ school, pupils are free to choose subjects and activities based on their interests and strengths, rather than social expectations.
Girls can be scientists, mathematicians, performers, writers, athletes, debaters, artists and leaders. At Leicester High, no subject or opportunity is seen as “for someone else”.
This helps pupils make ambitious choices with confidence, particularly in areas such as leadership, STEM, sport and public speaking.
Teaching and support designed for girls
Our small class sizes allow teachers to know each pupil well. Lessons are ambitious, supportive and focused on helping girls build confidence as well as knowledge.
Girls are encouraged to ask questions, take risks, learn from mistakes and develop independence. This helps them become confident learners who are well prepared for GCSEs, A Levels, university and life beyond school.
Pastoral care is equally important. Girls thrive when they feel secure, supported and understood, and our small school environment helps us know each pupil as an individual.
Strong outcomes and ambitious futures
An all-girls education supports pupils to aim high, work hard and believe in what they can achieve.
At Leicester High, girls are encouraged to develop the confidence, independence and ambition they need for GCSEs, A Levels, university and life beyond school.
A school where girls can thrive
At Leicester High, girls grow in confidence, ambition and independence in a school community where they are known, valued and inspired every day.
Come and see for yourself
The best way to understand the benefits of a girls’ school is to visit.
Book a visit to Leicester High School for Girls and see how our all-girls environment helps pupils thrive academically, socially and personally.
To find out more about our wider school offer, including academic outcomes, pastoral care and enrichment, visit our Why choose Leicester High School for Girls? page.
Frequently asked questions about girls’ schools
Is a girls’ school good for confidence?
Yes. Girls’ schools give pupils more opportunities to lead, speak, take risks and participate fully in all areas of school life.
Do girls’ schools support academic success?
Yes. Girls’ schools create an environment with high expectations, strong support and a clear focus on helping pupils achieve their best.
Do girls’ schools encourage STEM subjects?
Yes. Girls’ schools can help pupils pursue subjects such as Mathematics, Physics, Computer Science and the Sciences with confidence, without feeling limited by stereotypes.
What makes Leicester High School for Girls distinctive?
Leicester High combines strong academic outcomes, excellent pastoral care, small class sizes and a friendly, ambitious all-girls environment for pupils aged 3–18.