A school which provides “an exceptional education” for its pupils has been praised highly in a glowing Ofsted report.

Davison CE High School for Girls in Worthing was rated outstanding in its latest inspection by the education watchdog.

Inspectors lauded the school for its “caring and supportive environment,” underpinned by the school’s “strong ethos”.

Davison CE High School for Girls is in Selbourne Road, WorthingDavison CE High School for Girls is in Selbourne Road, Worthing (Image: Google Maps)

Pupils have “confident attitudes and commendable behaviour”, inspectors said.

In their report, published on July 16, Ofsted inspectors said: “Values of friendship, trust and endurance pervade all aspects of school life and allow pupils to flourish.

“The school values are reflected in a carefully designed personal development programme which embraces British values and promotes equality and diversity.

“Pupils are taught about tolerance, consent, relationships and protected characteristics. They are well prepared to be ‘the best versions of themselves’.”

Chris Keating, headteacher of the school in Selborne Road, said: “We are all absolutely thrilled to have received such a fabulous outcome from the inspection.

“The judgements, and subsequent report, reflect how wonderfully well our whole school community work together. This full inspection comes on the back of a shorter, but equally positive, Ofsted inspection last year.

“I am delighted two totally separate inspection teams have reached the same conclusion about our school. My sincere thanks go to all of our students, staff, parents/carers and governors for their incredible support.”

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The secondary school, which teaches more than 1,300 girls, was also commended for its offering of extra-curricular activities and its provisions for disadvantaged pupils.

It was inspected by a team of five from Ofsted, led by inspector Paul Metcalf, who visited the school on June 4 and 5.

In their report, the inspectors said: “The school offers an extensive range of extra-curricular and enrichment opportunities covering arts, sports, interest groups and social activities, as well as numerous trips locally and abroad.

“This provision is much appreciated and utilised well by disadvantaged pupils. The school’s commitment to developing pupils’ character is exceptional.

“Pupils are safe and happy. Expectations are high and pupils achieve very well academically. Bullying is extremely rare, and all pupils are adamant that staff take action to stop it quickly.”

Caroline Cooper, who chaired the governors at the time of the Ofsted inspection, said: "I am delighted to see this recognition of the hard work put in across the whole school community, to support each student in becoming the best person they can be.

“I especially want to thank the staff for their dedication. It has been a delight working as a part of the Davison family."

Teachers were also praised for their passion, enthusiasm and commitment.

“Relationships are strong and supportive,” the report said.

“Teachers are ambitious for students to develop language and vocabulary that equips them to be confident and articulate.

“Teachers use questioning skilfully to develop and probe pupils’ understanding. Assessment is used constructively to identify what pupils know and to enable staff to adapt lessons to address any gaps in learning.”