Watford Grammar School for Girls

About the School

Since 1704, Watford Grammar School for Girls has been nurturing independent, creative and ambitious young women. Building up a long tradition of academic excellence, their modern curriculum empowers students to be the best they can be.

The school maxim, “I can do it and I will do it” guides the students through their own Watford Girls journey.

Watford Grammar School for Girls is an outstanding state school, supported by a talented and energetic staff and an engaged governing body. They value hard work and nurture scholarship, always encouraging the girls to strive for excellence in all fields of study and extra-curricular activities. Watford Grammar School for Girls girls have the opportunity to excel at music, drama and sport, as well as the chance to play an active role in the wider community by taking part in a wide range of charitable activities. As a result, they learn to be the best version of themselves; hard working, compassionate and high achieving.

Watford Grammar School for Girls is a diverse and thriving community, founded on consideration, tolerance and trust. Their rich academic curriculum, strong and supportive pastoral care and wide range of extended activities are designed to educate, encourage and empower the girls. Staff value their status as a single-sex school whilst enjoying a close relationship with Watford Grammar School for Boys, with whom they share a common foundation, history and many joint learning opportunities.

Watford Grammar School for Girls is built around their students.