All Girls' Education

We understand how exciting and worrying a time it can be, as you start to navigate the secondary school process. There’s certainly lots to consider and the decision can be a weighty one.

We regularly engage in thought-provoking conversations with existing and prospective parents regarding the process and what’s important to families. One thing that comes up time and time again is the coeducational Vs all girls’ education debate, and we thought you would find it valuable to hear more.

Why consider girls only education?

Firstly, there is vast evidence* that girls do better in exams at all-girls schools than mixed. 

In addition, every aspect of an all-girls’ school – from the classroom to the sports field to the academic programme – is designed for girls.  This all-girls’ school environment adds opportunities for girls and all-girls’ educated students are more likely to:

In addition to better exam results, in comparison to their co-educated peers, studies* show that young women who attend girls’ schools are more likely to:

Explore more

On educating Girls’: Creating a World of Possibilities’ podcast produced by the International Coalition of Girls’ Schools (ICGS). The podcast is a robust global conversation among experts who are passionate about the education and healthy development of girls. There are many insightful episodes exploring a wide range of topics including 'Why Girls’ Schools Are More Important Than Ever Before' (December 2024).

FFT Education Datalab report May 2024 and this related The Guardian article, focusing on exam results within girls’ only schools.

The Good Schools Guide (@goodschoolsguide) reports that nearly 25% of Team Great Britain's female Olympians attended girls' schools! In girls' schools, every athlete and captain is a girl, inspiring students to reach for the stars — all the way to the world’s biggest stage.

In this ICGS video, hear students share what attending a girls' school means to them. From unique opportunities for leadership and academic excellence to personal growth, girls' schools provide a nurturing and empowering environment. Watch how these institutions help young women thrive and reach their full potential.

This incredible graphic recording by Jo Byrne @justjohnine, from the recent 2024 ICGS Conference beautifully captures the essence of what makes girls' schools so impactful. From fostering girl grit to creating a safe space where students can dream big and be their authentic selves, girls' schools are shaping the next generation of resilient, determined women who will change the world.