31 Mar 2026

Maltman’s Green appoints new Headmistress

Maltman’s Green School, Gerrards Cross, announces the appointment of Mrs Ashmi Morjaria, as their new Headmistress. Mrs Morjaria will be leading the school from the start of the summer term, following the retirement of Mrs Jill Walker, who had been in post for six years. The popular girls’ prep school recently announced record senior school scholarship offers for their Year 6 cohort, alongside an exceptional 11+ pass rate of 78%.

Ashmi Morjaria, Headmistress: “I am delighted to build on the outstanding foundations Mrs Walker leaves and to honour the legacy she has created at Maltman’s. The school is a thriving, values-driven community and I look forward to working with its exceptional staff, to continue strengthening our academic ambition, pastoral care and pioneering spirit. Above all, I am committed to ensuring Maltman’s remains a powerful example of why a girls-only education matters — not just for our pupils, but for society as a whole. Research shows that by the age of nine, around 70% of girls in single-sex schools feel confident taking risks, compared with fewer than half of girls in co-educational settings. I want every girl who leaves Maltman’s to do so with a strong sense of her worth, confidence in her voice, and belief in her limitless potential.”

Mrs Morjaria brings with her a wealth of senior leadership experience and a deep commitment to girls’ education. Previously Deputy Head Academic at Northwood College for Girls, Mrs Morjaria brings over 15 years’ experience in spearheading curriculum reform, driving whole school improvement and embedding coaching cultures that create lasting, meaningful impact. Most recently, she has worked as a Trust Consultant across 26 schools, fostering collaboration, leading senior leadership conferences and driving excellence at scale.

Diana Honey, Chair of Governors: “We are delighted that Ashmi is joining Maltman’s Green as our new Headmistress. Ashmi has demonstrated a record of outstanding leadership in education in her previous role as Deputy Head Academic at Northwood college and is passionate about girls’ education. She has a deep commitment to academic excellence and ensuring that all pupils are given the opportunity to reach their full potential. As a member of the North London Schools Consortium 11+ Working Party, Ashmi brings to Maltman’s an invaluable understanding of the evolving expectations around senior school admissions and the qualities that leading independent schools look for in applicants. We look forward to working closely together to ensure the continuing success of Maltman’s girls and their transition to a wide range of leading secondary schools."

ENDS

Editor’s Notes:

Maltman’s Green School, Maltmans Lane, Gerrards Cross, Buckinghamshire, SL9 8RR

Founded in 1918, Maltman’s Green is proud to have provided an outstanding education for girls, for over 100 years. Based on progressive and transformative principles for female education, the school values an individualised approach to learning, fostering self-confidence, independence and resilience.

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02 Mar 2026

Bright Futures Secured: 11+ Success and Scholarships for Maltman's Green Girls!

Maltman’s Green School, Gerrards Cross, announces an outstanding set of academic results for their Year 6 pupils, including a record 17 Scholarships at prestigious senior schools.

The school is celebrating an exceptional set of 11+ examination results this year, with an outstanding pass rate that reflects both the dedication of pupils and the exceptional support and exam preparation offered in school. 78% of pupils who took the exam, passed the Buckinghamshire 11+, more than double the county average of just over 30%.

Jill Walker, Headmistress: “I am incredibly proud of the achievements of all our Year 6 girls, and they thoroughly deserve to celebrate this outstanding set of results. At Maltman’s Green, we offer a rich and challenging curriculum that nurtures intellectual curiosity, while ensuring every girl receives tailored support and encouragement. By understanding each of our girls’ strengths, areas for development and personal ambitions, we equip them not only to excel in examinations, but importantly, to thrive in the vigorous environments of leading senior schools and beyond.”

Scholarships awarded to the girls, recognises pupils’ academic, sporting and creative talents, including: Academic, Maths, Sports, Drama, All-Rounder, Wycombe Abbey Open Scholarship and the Heads Award.

Tim Paramour, Deputy Head Academic: “We are immensely proud of our girls and all that they have achieved. Their exam success is a testament not only to their hard work, but to their determination and character. Whilst grammar schools won’t always offer the right path for every child, we work in partnership with our families to help them choose a school in which their daughter will thrive. Our Year 6 children benefit from an incredible programme of enrichment activities in their final year with us, leaving them with cherished memories of Maltman’s Green and, most importantly, the confidence, resilience and self-belief to thrive in the next stage of their education.”

This year’s pupils will go on to some of the most prestigious schools in the area, including Berkhamstead, Headington Rye, Heathfield, Queen Anne’s, St. George’s, St Helen’s, RMS and Wycombe Abbey.

Editor’s Notes:

Maltman’s Green School, Maltmans Lane, Gerrards Cross, Buckinghamshire, SL9 8RR

Founded in 1918, Maltman’s Green is proud to have provided an outstanding education for girls, for over 100 years. Based on progressive and transformative principles for female education, the school values an individualised approach to learning, fostering self-confidence, independence and resilience.

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Call: 01753 883022

Catherine Crawford, Head of Marketing, Admissions and Communications

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15 May 2025

Maltman’s Green Meets Every Standard in Recent ISI Inspection

Gerrards Cross, Buckinghamshire — 15/5/25

Maltman’s Green School is proud to announce that it has met all statutory standards in the recent Independent Schools Inspectorate (ISI) inspection, conducted in March 2025. The comprehensive report praises the school’s strong leadership, high-quality teaching, and outstanding pastoral care, underscoring Maltman’s commitment to providing an inclusive, supportive, and well-rounded education.

The ISI inspectors described Maltman’s Green’s leadership as “visible, knowledgeable, reflective and strategic,” noting how the school’s ethos of Better Never Ends is deeply embedded in daily routines, decision-making, and long-term planning. This consistent leadership approach fosters high expectations and a pronounced focus on pupil wellbeing, inclusion, and achievement.

Teaching was commended for being “engaging, fostering pupils’ independence, curiosity and active participation in lessons.” The inspectors highlighted the school’s broad and balanced curriculum that effectively integrates academic, creative, and technological subjects, providing pupils with meaningful opportunities to develop skills and make cross-curricular connections.

A particular strength recognised in the report is the school’s nurturing and inclusive environment. Inspectors observed that leaders “foster an inclusive and supportive environment in which pupils are valued,” and that staff “successfully promote emotional resilience, kindness and self-awareness.” These qualities underpin the school’s pastoral framework, which supports pupils’ social and emotional wellbeing alongside their academic progress.

Safeguarding and welfare arrangements were found to be robust, with the school meeting all statutory requirements and ensuring a safe environment in which pupils can thrive.

Headmistress Mrs Jill Walker said:

"We are delighted with the recognition the ISI has given to our school. This report is a testament to the dedication of our staff and the positive culture we nurture here every day. At Maltman’s Green, our goal is to support every pupil in making her way confidently and thoughtfully, and this inspection affirms that we are succeeding in that mission."

The full ISI inspection report is available on the Maltman’s Green website Maltmans-Green-School-2025-05-14.pdf offering detailed insights into the school’s performance and ethos.

For further information, media enquiries or interview requests, please contact:

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Website: www.maltmansgreenschool.com

About Maltman’s Green School

Maltman’s Green School is a leading independent preparatory school for girls aged 2 to 11, located in Gerrards Cross, Buckinghamshire. Guided by the philosophy that under their care, Maltman’s girls have been Making Their Way since 1918, the school offers a broad, balanced curriculum combined with exceptional pastoral care, empowering every girl to grow with confidence, resilience, and purpose—ready to thrive academically, socially, and personally as they make their way in the world.

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