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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).

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