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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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Overview & data

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

MathematicsPsychologyBiologyEnglish Language and LiteratureGeography

Qualifications offered

GCSEA-levelBTECEPQ

Learning support & SEN

SEN support
20.75%
EHC plans
1.15%

Arts & extracurricular

Languages

FrenchSpanishPolish

Popular GCSE subjects

English LanguageEnglish LiteratureMathematicsReligious StudiesHistoryGeographyFrench

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
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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.