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Stratford Girls' Grammar School

Stratford-upon-Avon, Warwickshire · CV37 9HA

AAB+ A-level

38.3%

9–7 GCSE

85.8%

Pupils

814

Inspection

Outstanding

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Stratford Girls' Grammar School is a selective day grammar for girls aged 11–18 in Stratford-upon-Avon, serving a catchment across Warwickshire and beyond. As a grammar school, it maintains rigorous academic entry standards while positioning itself within the state sector. The school benefits from its location in a culturally rich market town with strong community roots and proximity to Shakespeare heritage.

  • Selective grammar entry; strong academic outcomes expected within state sector
  • Day-only provision in a historic town setting with good transport links to wider region
  • Girls-only environment; small sixth form allows closer pastoral oversight

Who thrives here

Academically fluent girls who thrive in a competitive, structured grammar environment and whose families value selective education within the state system. Pupils who benefit from clear academic expectations and all-girls peer groups.

Strengths at a glance

Exam results50th pctSports50th pctCo-curricular50th pctValue vs peers100th pctPastoral & wellbeingno data

Percentiles within UK independent + grammar schools we track.

At a glance

School typeGrammar · Day
Number of pupils814
Age range11–11
GenderGirls
FeesFree (state grammar)
Settingsuburban
LocationGood rail access to Birmingham (25 mins); served by local bus network. Many pupils travel from across South Warwickshire and North Gloucestershire.

Contact & visit

Shottery Manor

Stratford-upon-Avon, Warwickshire

CV37 9HA

www.sggs.org.uk
01789293759
Mrs Jacqueline Cornell, Headteacher

Nearest stations

Stratford-upon-Avon15 min

Frequently asked questions

How much does Stratford Girls' Grammar School cost?

Stratford Girls' 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 Stratford Girls' Grammar School?

Stratford Girls' 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 Stratford Girls' Grammar School's exam results?

At Stratford Girls' Grammar School, 38.3% of A-levels were graded A*–B and 85.8% of GCSEs were grade 7/A or above. Full results are in the Results section above.

Is Stratford Girls' Grammar School a boarding school?

Stratford Girls' Grammar School is a day school in Stratford-upon-Avon and does not offer boarding.

What is Stratford Girls' Grammar School's latest inspection rating?

Ofsted rated Stratford Girls' Grammar School “Outstanding” (2022). This grading is no longer issued — both inspectorates have since changed how they report outcomes.

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What parents say

Frequently praised

Strong academic standards and selective entry create aspirational peer group

Girls-only environment supports confidence and leadership development

Pastoral care and form tutor continuity valued by families

Common concerns

!No Ofsted inspection yet; limited independent validation of teaching quality and pastoral provision

!Website currently underdeveloped (as of audit); suggests possible staffing or capacity constraints in communications