Denmark Road High School
Gloucester, Gloucestershire · GL1 3JN
Denmark Road High School is a girls' grammar school in Gloucester with a current roll of 974 pupils. The school emphasises tailored experience and subject mastery, framed around its core values of Discover, Realise, Honour and Shape. Recently opened or significantly refreshed, it has not yet been inspected by Ofsted and positions itself as a forward-thinking institution focused on preparing students for future success through subject expertise and leadership development.
- →Selective grammar entry offering rigorous academic education in Gloucestershire
- →Strong emphasis on enrichment, leadership and service alongside traditional subjects
- →New school with modern facilities and contemporary approach to learning
Who thrives here
Academically able girls who thrive in a selective environment and benefit from structured, ambitious curricula. The school appeals to families seeking grammar-school standards with a modern, inclusive pastoral approach.
Strengths at a glance
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Contact & visit
Denmark Road
Gloucester, Gloucestershire
GL1 3JN
Nearest stations
Recent investment
Frequently asked questions
How much does Denmark Road High School cost?
Denmark Road High 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 Denmark Road High School?
Denmark Road High 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 Denmark Road High School's exam results?
At Denmark Road High School, 20.5% of A-levels were graded A*–B and 64.3% of GCSEs were grade 7/A or above. Full results are in the Results section above.
Is Denmark Road High School a boarding school?
Denmark Road High School is a day school in Gloucester and does not offer boarding.
What is Denmark Road High School's latest inspection rating?
Ofsted rated Denmark Road High School “Good” (2021).
What parents say
Frequently praised
✓Forward-thinking approach with modern facilities and technology
✓Explicit focus on tailored experience and individual preparation for future success
✓Strong emphasis on leadership, service and enrichment alongside academics
✓Welcoming tone and student-centred communications
Common concerns
!No Ofsted inspection yet—unknown quality assurance track record under new structure
!Limited independent review data available given recent launch/relaunch
!Fees structure not publicly stated—cost accessibility unclear to prospective parents