St Paul's School for Girls
Birmingham, Birmingham City Council · B16 9SL
Founded in 1908, St Paul's School for Girls is a large Roman Catholic state school in Birmingham, home to around 1,046 pupils. Leadership has been judged Outstanding by Ofsted, with the sixth form rated Good. With a pupil-to-teacher ratio of roughly 15 to 1 and a notable 20.75 per cent of pupils receiving SEN support, the school combines academic ambition with attention to individual needs. Entry at 11 is available, and the school is led by headteacher Dr Dawn Casserly.
1,046
Pupils
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- Gender
- Girls
- Type
- state school
- Pupils
- 1,046
- Pupil:teacher ratio
- 15
- Location
- Birmingham, Birmingham City Council
Headteacher
Head teacher Dr Dawn Casserly
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GCSE grade 9-7
42%
A-level A*-A
44%
A-level A*-B
72%
Teaching & academics
At GCSE, 42 per cent of grades fall in the 9-7 range, with a broad curriculum spanning English, Mathematics, Religious Studies, History, Geography and French. The sixth form sees 44 per cent of A-level entries graded A*-A and 72 per cent at A*-B, with Mathematics, Psychology, Biology, English and Geography among the most popular choices. Beyond GCSE and A-level, the school offers BTEC and EPQ qualifications, giving pupils more than one route to suit their strengths.
Sixth form
Popular A-level subjects
Qualifications offered
Learning support & SEN
- SEN support
- 20.75%
- EHC plans
- 1.15%
Arts & extracurricular
Languages
Popular GCSE subjects
Beyond the classroom
Language provision is a particular feature, with French, Spanish and Polish taught alongside the core curriculum. The breadth of subjects on offer reflects a school catering to a diverse range of interests and backgrounds.
Ethos & heritage
- Founded
- 1908
- Religious character
- RC
- Boarding
- No
Inspection reports
- Last inspected
- 3 February 2023
The last word
A large Catholic girls' school with Outstanding leadership and a track record of solid results across academic and vocational pathways. A strong fit for families seeking a faith-based education with genuine subject breadth.
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St Paul's School for Girls 11+: frequently asked questions
Where is St Paul's School for Girls located?
St Paul's School for Girls is located at Birmingham, B16 9SL.
What type of school is St Paul's School for Girls?
St Paul's School for Girls is a state-funded school.
How many pupils attend St Paul's School for Girls?
St Paul's School for Girls has approximately 1,046 pupils on roll.
Compiled from public data. Last checked June 2026.