All-ThroughCo-educationalISI · Excellent
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Stafford Grammar School

· ST18 9AT

AAB+ A-level

12.5%

9–7 GCSE

38.1%

Day fees

£19k

Inspection

Excellent

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Stafford Grammar School is an independent, coeducational day school serving ages 4–18 across prep and senior divisions in the West Midlands. The school emphasises curiosity, diversity and imagination, positioning itself as a broad-based academic institution with a strong co-curricular offer. With 430 pupils and membership in ISA, it operates as a traditional all-through grammar, competing in the competitive Midlands independent sector.

  • All-through education from age 4 to 18 within one school community
  • ISA membership and competitive sport participation (football, rugby, hockey, athletics)
  • Accessible day-only model without boarding commitment in suburban Staffordshire location

Who thrives here

Pupils who thrive in a mixed-ability, coeducational environment with strong pastoral structure and active participation in sport and clubs. Families valuing continuity from prep through to sixth form, and those seeking a less selective alternative to major independent day schools.

Strengths at a glance

Exam results50th pctSports70th pctCo-curricular50th pctValue vs peers50th pctPastoral & wellbeing100th pct

Percentiles within UK independent + grammar schools we track.

At a glance

School typeAll-Through · Day
Founded1982
Number of pupils430
Sixth form79
Age range4–18
GenderCo-educational
Day fees£19.1k/yr (inc. lunch)
AssociationsISA
Settingsuburban
LocationSchool operates dedicated bus routes; ST18 9AT postcode places school in south Stafford, easily accessible via A34 and rail link to Birmingham and Manchester.

Contact & visit

Burton Manor

ST18 9AT

www.staffordgrammar.co.uk
01785249752
Mr W P Nicholas Pietrek, Headmaster

Nearest stations

Stafford Railway Station15 min
Stafford Bus Station10 min

Frequently asked questions

What are the fees at Stafford Grammar School?

Day fees at Stafford Grammar School are approximately £19,116 per year (2025/26).

How do you get into Stafford Grammar School?

Stafford Grammar School admits pupils at 4+, 7+, 8+, 11+, 13+, 16+. Entry is assessed by 11+ Selective Examination. See the Admissions section above for open days and key dates.

What are Stafford Grammar School's exam results?

At Stafford Grammar School, 12.5% of A-levels were graded A*–B and 38.1% of GCSEs were grade 7/A or above. Full results are in the Results section above.

Is Stafford Grammar School a boarding school?

Stafford Grammar School is a day school in England and does not offer boarding.

What is Stafford Grammar School's latest inspection rating?

ISI rated Stafford Grammar School “Excellent” (2022).

What parents say

Frequently praised

Strong emphasis on pastoral care and wellbeing across all ages

Vibrant co-curricular programme with regular ISA competition and events

All-through school structure providing continuity and community

Common concerns

!School not yet inspected by Ofsted, limiting external quality assurance visibility