Caistor Grammar School
Market Rasen, Lincolnshire · LN7 6QJ
Caistor Grammar School is a selective, co-educational academy in rural Lincolnshire serving pupils aged 11–18. The school emphasises broad intellectual development beyond examination results, cultivating social, moral, spiritual, aesthetic and physical understanding alongside rigorous academics. As a day-only grammar school, it draws from a wide catchment across the East Midlands and serves a mixed-ability sixth form alongside its selective entry at 11 and 13.
- →Selective entry ensures academically ambitious peer group with strong collective progress
- →Rural location and day-only model appeal to families seeking supportive community without boarding pressures
- →Broad curriculum philosophy balancing examination success with character development and enrichment
Who thrives here
Pupils who are academically capable and benefit from structured, supportive selective education in a close-knit community. Those comfortable in a smaller, rural setting thrive; the school suits independent learners who engage with enrichment beyond the classroom.
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Contact & visit
Church Street, Caistor
Market Rasen, Lincolnshire
LN7 6QJ
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Frequently asked questions
How much does Caistor Grammar School cost?
Caistor Grammar School is a state grammar school, so there are no tuition fees — places are free and allocated by the 11-plus exam and the school’s admissions criteria.
How do you get into Caistor Grammar School?
Caistor Grammar School admits pupils at 11+, 13+, 16+. Entry is assessed by 11+ Selective Examination. See the Admissions section above for open days and key dates.
What are Caistor Grammar School's exam results?
At Caistor Grammar School, 32.6% of A-levels were graded A*–B and 57.6% of GCSEs were grade 7/A or above. Full results are in the Results section above.
Is Caistor Grammar School a boarding school?
Caistor Grammar School is a day school in Market Rasen and does not offer boarding.
What is Caistor Grammar School's latest inspection rating?
Ofsted rated Caistor Grammar School “Good” (2022).
What parents say
Frequently praised
✓Strong supportive community ethos valued by sixth formers ('CGS was the perfect choice for me')
✓Inclusive pastoral environment balancing academic ambition with student wellbeing
✓Broad enrichment curriculum beyond examination focus, fostering well-rounded development
Common concerns
!Rural location and day-only model may limit access for families without reliable transport
!As yet uninspected (no Ofsted rating) may concern families seeking external validation of quality