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Dear Parents, Carers, Staff and Students,

Welcome to Devonport High School for Girls, a specialist language college. Since our foundation in 1911, we have provided a first class education for girls from Plymouth, Devon and Cornwall. We are proud to continue the tradition of grammar school education whilst recognising that one of our primary aims is to prepare our students for the twenty first century and life beyond school.

At DHSG we place a high value on academic achievement but also aim to educate the whole person and encourage success in every sphere. Our school is a happy and successful school with excellent results. We value commitment to work and good behaviour and have high expectations of our students both socially and academically. We recognise that whilst high achievement in academic terms is crucial, excellence and success in languages, the arts, sport and any of the many other extra curricular activities offered is also vital. One of our school aims is to develop the skills, talents and potential of the whole person. Every girl is valued and encouraged to do her best so that she develops into a confident and articulate young woman ready to take her place in the adult world.

DHSG is proud of its history but also looks to the future in aiming to provide the best education today for the leaders of tomorrow. This website can only provide you with a glimpse of the rich tapestry of life at DHSG. If you have any questions or would like to know more please contact us; we will be pleased to tell you about our school. I hope that you will feel that DHSG is the right place for you to work or study or for your daughter to thrive and prosper. If so, I look forward to meeting you in the future.

Best wishes

Mrs A Hemsi, BSc (Hons) PGCE MA(Ed) NPQH