Newlands Girls’ School is a larger than average sized 11-18 school. The school is currently oversubscribed. Attainment on entry is above national. The proportion of students who are known to be eligible for free school meals is below national averages. The proportion of students from minority ethnic groups is above national. A significant number of these speak English as an additional language. The proportion of students with special educational needs and supported at school action is in line with the national average, although the proportion at school action plus or with a statement of special educational needs is approximately half that of the national average. The proportion of pupils eligible for the pupil premium is below average. The school exceeds the current government floor standards for pupils’ attainment and progress.