Confidence…

The secret of our success?

Portsmouth High School has a family feel and there is a real sense of belonging to a warm and friendly community. We take time to get to know each one of our girls, to listen to their ideas and share each stage of their exciting journey. A strong pastoral team and the support of teaching staff gives each girl the opportunity to achieve her very best.

We recognise of course that a good education is about more than excellent examination results. Right from the start we focus on developing key competences in effective communication, teamwork and problem solving. Skilled tutors develop each girl’s understanding of her own strengths in regular tutorial sessions and a team of peer supporters and staff ensure girls of all ages always find a listening ear.

Even our youngest pupils are encouraged to take on responsibilities and leadership opportunities are available across the school. Confidence grows as girls realise what they can achieve, facing risks and taking on new challenges with a‘can-do’attitude that takes them forward in leaps and bounds.

Our girls achieve success on the sports field and creative arts are showcased throughout the year in a busy calendar of drama productions, musical performances and art exhibitions