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The Grammar School at Leeds

The Grammar School at Leeds is an independent school for girls and boys aged 2 to 18, offering nursery, primary, secondary and sixth form education in Leeds.

Day fees
£12,528 – £20,556
Entry
School Exam + InterviewSelective
Next deadline
Mon 30 Nov 202616+ registration closes
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At a glance

Key facts

Head
Mrs Sue Woodroofe
Mrs
Gender
Co-ed
Pupils
2,071
Location
Leeds
Suburban setting
Day or boarding
Day
Age range
2 to 18
Religious ethos
Church of England/Christian
Founded
2005
Entry points
11+
Average class
24 pupils
School day
7.45am to 6pm
Wraparound care
Available
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Scholarships
Music, Academic
A-level A*–A
60%
2025
GCSE 9–7
71%
2025
Overview

About The Grammar School at Leeds

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The Grammar School at Leeds (GSAL) is an independent co-educational day school in Leeds, England, serving students aged 2 to 18. Established on August 31, 2005, GSAL resulted from the merger of Leeds Grammar School, founded in 1552, and Leeds Girls' High School. ()

GSAL employs a diamond model of education, offering co-educational classes from ages 2 to 11 and again at Sixth Form, with single-sex teaching between ages 11 and 16. () The school is recognized for its strong academic performance, with 63% of A-level grades at A*–A and 71% of GCSE grades at 7/8/9 in 2025. ()

The 140-acre campus in Alwoodley, Leeds, provides extensive facilities supporting a wide range of extracurricular activities, including sports, music, drama, and various clubs and societies. () GSAL has a history of high university acceptance rates, with 86% of students in 2025 gaining entry to higher tariff universities. ()

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Independent co-ed senior school.

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  • Families who prefer a co-educational setting over single-sex.
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Application timeline

September 2027 entryRegistration tbcCloses 30 Nov 2026
  1. Nov30
    Registration closes
  2. TBC
    AssessmentTo be confirmed
    Last year: 1 Jan 2027

Not yet published: registration opens, bursary deadline, interview, offers, acceptance deadline.

Open events

Open MorningThis week
9am
Sixth Form Evening
5.45pm
Sixth Form Information Evening

Private tours by arrangement with admissions.

Fees

£12,528 – £20,556per year · Day · 2026-27
Extras: registration, deposit, uniform, lunches, trips, music lessons, exam fees.
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Activities & co-curricular

sport

AthleticsBadmintonBalletBasketballCricketCycling / Mountain bikingFootballGolfGymnasticsHealth and fitness / GymHockeyIndoor climbingIndoor rowingKarate
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NetballRoundersRugby Tots (primary)Rugby UnionRunningSpin / Pilates / Exercise classesSquashStreet DanceSwimmingTable TennisTennisWalkingWater poloYoga

music

Barbershop / A cappella groupCambiata choirChamber choirChoirs (primary)Classical guitarConcert bandsGSAL SingersJazz ensembleMusic ensembles - wind, strings (primary)Music theoryOrchestra (primary)Rock Up!String ensembleSwing band
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Symphony orchestraWind and brass

drama

Annual senior school musical productionCostume, make-up and stage designCourtyard ShakespeareDrama clubMusical theatreSpeech and Drama

academic club

ArtArt ClubBook ClubChessClassicsCode clubDebatingDominoesDungeons and DragonsEco committeeInformation TechnologyLearn to SignLibrary clubScience
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Science Club

service

Combined Cadet Force (CCF)Duke of Edinburgh AwardScouts / Cubs / BeaversUpSoc (equity, diversity and inclusion society)

other

Gardening / Forest schoolOutdoor Learning / Forest School / Gardening Club

Facilities

sports

25m swimming poolAll-weather pitchesAll-Weather Sports FacilitiesAthletics trackCross-country courseGym and weights roomIndoor climbing

arts

Art and Design WorkshopsMusic School with Recital Room, Technology Suites, Instrumental Teaching and Practice RoomsRecording StudioThe Cryer – new performing arts centre (completed early 2025)The Cryer Performing Arts Centre (completed early 2025)

boarding

Early Birds before-school care (from 7:45am, free)Owls after-school care (until 6pm, ages 2–11)

academic

Personal Laptops for Every PupilScience laboratoriesSpecialist classrooms with latest learning technologiesSpecialist Classrooms with Learning TechnologiesUniversity-style library / resource centre

Latest exam results

60%
A-level A*–A
71%
GCSE 9–7

Data from 2025 results

Where leavers go

4%
to Oxbridge (2025)
86%
to Russell Group
202520242023
Cohort190200167
Oxbridge89—
Russell Group163——
US Ivy000
Medicine29——
Top universities (2025)
Newcastle University0
Durham University0
University of Liverpool0
University of Nottingham0
University of Warwick0

Qualifications offered

GCSEA-Level

Notable alumni

John Craven (broadcaster)Simon Armitage (poet)David Miliband (politician)Ed Miliband (politician)Mark Knopfler (musician)Michael Marks (businessman)
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Registration closes 30 Nov 2026 (11+)

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Inspection

ISI inspection, 10 Oct 2023

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Questions parents ask

What kind of child is The Grammar School at Leeds best for?+

The Grammar School at Leeds suits: Families who prefer a co-educational setting over single-sex.

How much are the fees at The Grammar School at Leeds?+

Day fees at The Grammar School at Leeds are £4,176 to £6,852 a term in 2026-27 (£12,528 to £20,556 a year). Extras such as lunches, uniform and trips are on top.

When is the next open day at The Grammar School at Leeds?+

The next open morning at The Grammar School at Leeds is on 10 October 2026. Booking is usually required.

How does admissions work?+

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Does The Grammar School at Leeds support SEND?+

The Grammar School at Leeds offers some SEND support. Ask admissions which needs it can meet.

What ages does The Grammar School at Leeds take?+

The Grammar School at Leeds takes pupils from age 2 to 18.

Is The Grammar School at Leeds a day or boarding school?+

The Grammar School at Leeds is a day school.

Is The Grammar School at Leeds co-educational or single-sex?+

The Grammar School at Leeds is co-educational, taking both boys and girls.

Where is The Grammar School at Leeds?+

The Grammar School at Leeds is in Leeds, LS17 8GS.

How do I contact admissions at The Grammar School at Leeds?+

Contact The Grammar School at Leeds by phone on 01132291552.

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