Stroud High School
Stroud, Gloucestershire · GL5 4HF
Stroud High School is a selective girls' grammar school in the heart of the Cotswolds, serving a mixed catchment from urban Stroud to surrounding rural areas. The school maintains a strong traditional ethos while positioning itself as forward-thinking and inclusive within the selective sector. As a day-only school, it draws primarily from Gloucestershire and nearby counties, offering a rigorous academic environment alongside substantial extracurricular provision.
- →Selective grammar education with proven academic outcomes in a family-focused day school setting
- →Strong community reputation and accessible location within Gloucestershire
- →Broad extracurricular programme balancing academics with sports, arts, and service
Who thrives here
Able girls who are self-directed learners and who thrive in a structured, academically rigorous environment. Pupils who value a traditional grammar school education without boarding intensity often find Stroud High a good fit.
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Contact & visit
Beards Lane, Cainscross Road
Stroud, Gloucestershire
GL5 4HF
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Frequently asked questions
How much does Stroud High School cost?
Stroud 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 Stroud High School?
Stroud 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 Stroud High School's exam results?
At Stroud High School, 33.3% of A-levels were graded A*–B and 76.1% of GCSEs were grade 7/A or above. Full results are in the Results section above.
Is Stroud High School a boarding school?
Stroud High School is a day school in Stroud and does not offer boarding.
What is Stroud High School's latest inspection rating?
Ofsted rated Stroud High School “Outstanding” (2023).
What parents say
Frequently praised
✓Strong pastoral care and approachable staff who know individual pupils well
✓Solid academic outcomes and clear university preparation pathways
✓Good value for money as a selective day school with broad extracurricular offer
✓Accessible location and active parent community
Common concerns
!Lack of boarding option for families seeking greater flexibility
!Limited public profile compared to larger independent schools in surrounding areas