
Head: Stephen Gray
An accessible boys' grammar school in Wirral with a Good Ofsted rating.
0
Year 7 Places
0.0:1
Applicants/Place
Pass Mark
0
Pupils
Max Score
282
Qualifying Score
220
78% of max
Distance Cutoff
6.2 mi
Applications
357
Offers Made
213
Distance (after pass)
All who pass qualify. Places then by distance.
Sibling Priority
Pupil Premium
1. Register
1 May 2026
2. Take Test
Wirral 11+
3. Results
19 Oct 2026
4. Offer Day
1 Mar 2027
A shared 11+ entrance exam used by 7 grammar schools, administered by GL Assessment, testing English, Mathematics. Two GL Assessment papers. Max score: 282 (2 × 141). Switched from CEM to GL in 2021.
Max
282
Qualifying Score
220
78% of max
Registration Opens
Registration opens for the 11+ exam
1 May 2026
Registration Deadline
Final day to register for the 11+ exam
15 Jul 2026
Exam Date
11+ entrance exam
19 Sep 2026
9:00am
Results Released
11+ results released to parents
19 Oct 2026
CAF Deadline
Common Application Form deadline (all LAs)
31 Oct 2026
National Offer Day
National Offer Day — places confirmed
1 Mar 2027
68.1
Attainment 8
Average achievement across 8 qualifications
93%
English + Maths 5+
Grade 5 or above in both
96%
English + Maths 4+
Grade 4 or above in both
82%
EBacc Entry
Entered the English Baccalaureate suite
6.46
EBacc APS
Average points across EBacc subjects
B-
Avg A-Level Grade
Average grade achieved across all A-Level entries
Bar shows this school. Ticks mark the England state-funded average (grey) and the typical grammar-school average (indigo).
Grammar median computed from up to 163 grammars.
0%
Higher Education
−68pp vs grammar avg
53%
Russell Group
Destinations trend
Strongest at
Biology
378 entries
50%
+5.1pp vs school
Physics
376 entries
50%
+5.1pp vs school
Chemistry
376 entries
50%
+5.1pp vs school
Watch list
Combined Science
48 entries
0%
-44.9pp vs school
German
276 entries
41%
-3.6pp vs school
Strongest at
Biology
118 entries
50%
+2.7pp vs school
Chemistry
114 entries
50%
+2.7pp vs school
Psychology
84 entries
50%
+2.7pp vs school
Watch list
Music
5 entries
0%
-47.3pp vs school
Not enough data to derive strengths and areas for improvement.
Entry Requirements
Minimum of 6 GCSEs at grade 6 or above, including English Language and Mathematics. Subject-specific requirements apply, typically grade 6 or 7 in subjects to be studied at A-level.
Subjects Offered
Per-Pupil Funding
2025/20261,479 / 1,504(98%)
£0
Per Pupil Funding
Subjects Offered
Entry Requirements
Minimum of 6 GCSEs at grade 6 or above, including English Language and Mathematics. Subject-specific requirements apply, typically grade 6 or 7 in subjects to be studied at A-level.
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Staff:Pupil Ratio
96.66%
Qualified Teachers
3.28%
Absence Rate
4.38%
Persistent Absence
Modern science laboratories, sports hall, gymnasium, playing fields, music rooms, drama studio, library, computer suites, art rooms, technology workshops, sixth form centre, and dining facilities.
Sports
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STEM
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Arts
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Library
Well-resourced library with study areas, computer terminals, and extensive collection of books and digital resources
Capital Projects
Recent completion of new science laboratories and refurbishment of sports facilities. Ongoing improvements to ICT infrastructure
Sports
Music & Performing Arts
Clubs & Societies
Duke of Edinburgh
true
Trips & Exchanges
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Community Service
Community service programme including work with local primary schools, charity fundraising, environmental projects, and volunteering with local organizations
Uniform
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School Meals
The school offers a hot meal service, with options for vegetarian, meat, and special dietary requirements. Meals are prepared on-site by the school's catering team.
Homework Policy
Homework is set regularly across all subjects to consolidate learning. Year 7-9 students typically receive 1-2 hours per night, increasing to 2-3 hours for GCSE students and more for A-level students.
Behaviour Policy
High expectations of conduct and academic effort. Positive reinforcement through house points and recognition. Clear sanctions for inappropriate behaviour including detention and exclusion for serious offences.
Mobile Phone Policy
Mobile phones are not permitted in lessons or during school hours, except for students with specific medical needs.
SEND Provision
SEND coordinator, learning support assistants, individual education plans, exam access arrangements, pastoral support system
4.5
4.5(123)Google Reviews
123 reviews
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Wirral Transport Service (WTS) operates bus routes to the school, including Route 1 from Birkenhead and Route 2 from Wallasey.
Nearest Station: Beachley Halt
Transport Info
The school is accessible by public transport including buses and trains. Students travel from across Wirral and beyond. Free transport is provided for some students living over 3 miles away.
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