I N T R O D U CT I O N
Welcome
Welcome to Southend High School for Girls. On behalf of the students and staff, I am delighted that you have taken this first step in becoming part of the SHSG family. It is an honour and a privilege to introduce myself as the headteacher of this wonderful school – a school filled with the laughter, energy, endeavour and zest for learning of our inspirational students. Southend High School for Girls is built on strong traditions and values and has a long and illustrious history of over 100 years of educating the brightest minds in the country. At the core of our philosophy, we believe that students should be safe, happy and successful. Our team of staff are all experts in their fields and are passionate about the education and well-being of our young people. We are unashamedly ambitious for them and aspire to create a pervasive ethos of high expectations, and promote discipline and good behaviour in school life.
Our moral purpose is to ensure that our students experience a rigorous and stretching academic education on the one hand, and outstanding wider personal development on the other. We believe that our students should develop high self-efficacy and self-belief, and be confident and fearless – demonstrating resilience in the face of challenges. Being a member of a high-performing grammar school demands hard work, fortitude and a can-do attitude; participation, energy and commitment are our non-negotiables – but the results are well worth it. We are excited about what our students will go on to achieve and look forward to welcoming you on this journey.
Jason Carey Headteacher
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