
Head: Ben Cloves
A competitive boys' grammar school in Sutton with a Good Ofsted rating.
0
Year 7 Places
0.0:1
Applicants/Place
Pass Mark
0
Pupils
Max Score
420
Qualifying Score
310
74% of max
Distance Cutoff
6.7 mi
Applications
790
Offers Made
159
Two-Stage
Two rounds: all sit Stage 1, top scorers do Stage 2. Final places on combined result.
Sibling Priority
Pupil Premium
Appeals Deadline
2026-04-15
Process
Appeals will be heard within 40 school days of the submission deadline. The Clerk to the Admission Appeals Panel will write to you giving you the date and time that your appeal will be heard with at least 10 school days' notice.
Waiting List
You will only be placed on waiting list if you successfully passed the two-stage admissions testing and had placed Sutton Grammar School on your CAF. Names kept on waiting list for remainder of academic year.
1. Register
1 May 2026
2. Take Test
SET
3. Results
19 Oct 2026
4. Offer Day
1 Mar 2027
A shared 11+ entrance exam used by 5 grammar schools, administered by SET (Selective Eligibility Test), testing English, Mathematics, Reasoning. Selective Eligibility Test. Max score: 420. Determines eligibility for Sutton and Kingston grammar schools. Boys only school for Years 7-11, admits 150 boys per year. Uses two-stage test process - Selective Eligibility Test (SET) followed by Second Stage Entrance Exam. SET is shared with Greenshaw High School, Nonsuch High School for Girls, Wallington County Grammar School, Wallington High School for Girls, and Wilson's School. Sixth Form admits both boys and girls with minimum 40 places for external students. School has Pupil Premium places as part of oversubscription criteria.
Max
420
Qualifying Score
310
74% 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
Open Evening
Year 7 Open Evening
22 Sep 2026
Results Released
11+ results released to parents
19 Oct 2026
CAF Deadline
Common Application Form deadline (all LAs)
31 Oct 2026
Open Evening
Sixth Form Open Evening
18 Nov 2026
National Offer Day
National Offer Day — places confirmed
1 Mar 2027
80.3
Attainment 8
Average achievement across 8 qualifications
99%
English + Maths 5+
Grade 5 or above in both
100%
English + Maths 4+
Grade 4 or above in both
59%
EBacc Entry
Entered the English Baccalaureate suite
7.46
EBacc APS
Average points across EBacc subjects
A-
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.
75%
Higher Education
+7pp vs grammar avg
44%
Russell Group
Cohort destination breakdown
Destinations trend
Strongest at
Biology
266 entries
50%
+5.7pp vs school
Chemistry
266 entries
50%
+5.7pp vs school
Physics
266 entries
50%
+5.7pp vs school
Watch list
Art and Design
5 entries
0%
-44.3pp vs school
Other Modern Languages
7 entries
0%
-44.3pp vs school
Strongest at
Maths
304 entries
50%
+3.2pp vs school
Physics
164 entries
50%
+3.2pp vs school
Further Mathematics
122 entries
50%
+3.2pp vs school
Watch list
Design and Technology (Product Design)
5 entries
0%
-46.8pp vs school
Entry Requirements
At least eight exams at grades 9-5, exams in English language, mathematics and a science at grades 9-5, four exams with minimum grade of 7, two exams with minimum grade of 6
Subjects Offered
Quality of Education
Good
Behaviour & Attitudes
Outstanding
Personal Development
Good
Leadership & Management
Good
Sixth Form
Good
Per-Pupil Funding
2025/20261,043 / 840(124%)
£0
Per Pupil Funding
Subjects Offered
Entry Requirements
At least eight exams at grades 9-5, exams in English language, mathematics and a science at grades 9-5, four exams with minimum grade of 7, two exams with minimum grade of 6
1:17.1
Staff:Pupil Ratio
98.39%
Qualified Teachers
2.79%
Absence Rate
2.52%
Persistent Absence
The school occupies a large site with historic buildings and modern extensions. Facilities include science laboratories, computer suites, library, sports hall, gymnasium, drama studio, music rooms, art studios, technology workshops, dining hall, and extensive playing fields.
Sports
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STEM
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Arts
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Library
Well-resourced library with extensive book collection, reference materials, study spaces, computer access, and quiet study areas. Open before school, during breaks and after school.
Spring Concert showcasing musical talents, with students working hard to demonstrate their abilities across music and performing arts.
Sports
Music & Performing Arts
Spring Concert showcasing students' musical talents
Clubs & Societies
Duke of Edinburgh
true
Trips & Exchanges
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Community Service
Uniform
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School Meals
The school offers a hot meal service with a choice of menu options.
Homework Policy
Homework is set regularly across all subjects to consolidate learning and develop independent study skills. Years 7-8 typically receive 1-2 hours per night, Years 9-11 receive 2-3 hours per night, and Sixth Form students are expected to complete additional independent study time.
Behaviour Policy
High expectations of behaviour and conduct. Clear reward and sanction system. House point system for positive recognition. Detention system for misconduct. Emphasis on mutual respect, responsibility and pride in the school community.
Mobile Phone Policy
Mobile phones are allowed in designated areas during breaks only.
SEND Provision
Access arrangements available for SEN students including extra time, separate rooms, and other accommodations. Evidence must be submitted by Primary School SENCO by June 13 deadline.
4.5
4.5(120)Google Reviews
120 reviews
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Route 166 from Sutton town centre, Route 455 from Carshalton
Nearest Station: Sutton railway station
Transport Info
Located on Manor Lane, Sutton. Accessible by bus routes 80, 154, 213, 280, S1, S3. Nearest railway stations are Sutton Common and West Sutton. Cycling facilities available on site with secure bike storage.
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