Leicester High School for Girls

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Leicester High School for Girls
Established 1906
Type Independent school
Headmistress Julia Burns
Founder Mrs. Holles
Location London Road
Leicester
Leicestershire & Rutland
LE2 2PP
England
Students c. 435
Gender Girls
Ages 3 to 18
School colours Dark and light blue
Website http://www.leicesterhigh.co.uk/
Coordinates: 52°36′31″N 1°05′52″W / 52.6086, -1.0977

Leicester High School for Girls is an independent day school for girls aged 3-18 situated in South Knighton, Leicester. It was founded in 1906 by Mrs. Holles as a coeducational school, and it received its current name in 1985.[1] Although it is a Christian school it is open to students of all faiths. It is a member of the Girls' Schools Association (GSA). and currently enrolls 435 pupils.[2]

Current extension plans are opposed by some residents.[3]

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  1. ^ Leicester High School for Girls. Schools Guide Book. Retrieved on 2007-12-07.
  2. ^ Leicester High School for Girls. Department for Children, Schools and Families. Retrieved on 2007-12-07.
  3. ^ Jenny, Ousbey; Oliver Wright (2007-11-24). Protest over 'Berlin Wall'. Leicester Mercury. Retrieved on 2007-12-07.