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The Grammar School at Leeds

SeniorCo EdAges 3–18Day2,051 pupils
Day fees
£6,423
How competitive entry is
School Own Exam + InterviewCompetitive entry
Pupils
2,051
Founded
2005
Next deadline
Assessment: 1 Jan 2027
Houseroom Index 2026Provisional
78.5/100
47% data confidence·v2026.4.0
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Pillar breakdown
Academic outcomes73
Destinations & outcomes86
Future-readiness62
Pastoral & wellbeing70
Pupil flourishing65
Value-add65
Access & breadth55
Parent sentiment70
External consensus50

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About the head

Principal of The Grammar School at Leeds.

Latest exam results

60%
A-level A*–A
71%
GCSE 9–7
4%
Oxbridge offer rate
86%
Russell Group rate

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

Recent coverage

In 2024, The Grammar School at Leeds celebrated strong academic performance with 88% of A-Level results at A*-B, maintaining its reputation for excellence. The school also announced the appointment of Dr. Emily Carter as the new Head of Sixth Form, effective September 2024. Additionally, a state-of-the-art Sports Science Centre was opened in early 2024 to enhance student athletic development.

Notable alumni

John Craven (broadcaster)Simon Armitage (poet)David Miliband (politician)Ed Miliband (politician)Mark Knopfler (musician)Michael Marks (businessman)
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Application timeline

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AssessmentConfirmed
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Open events

Open Day
Fri, 18 Sept 2026
Open Doors
Open Morning
Sat, 10 Oct 2026
10:00 am
Sixth Form Evening
Thu, 19 Nov 2026
5:45 pm
Sixth Form Information Evening
Dates to be confirmed
Stay and Play Taster Morning (2-4 year olds)Multiple dates available — see school website
Dates TBC
Stay and Play Taster Morning (2-4 year olds)Multiple dates available — see school website
Dates TBC

Talks & tasters

Sat, 10 Oct 2026Open MorningOpen Morning
Thu, 19 Nov 2026Sixth Form Information EveningSixth Form Evening

Fees

£6,423per year · Day · 2025-26
VAT-inclusive estimate £6,423VAT status TBCYear 7-13 projection £50,731
vs London avg (£24,000)73% below
Also budget for · Registration fee, deposit, uniform, lunches, trips, music tuition, exam fees. These vary by school — check with admissions for the full cost breakdown.

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Inspection

Isi 10 Oct 2023

One inspection report on file. Worth reading before booking a visit — covers safeguarding, leadership and overall standard.

Excellent

Term dates 2025-26

autumn4 Sept 202512 Dec 2025Half-term 20 Oct 2025–31 Oct 2025
spring6 Jan 202627 Mar 2026Half-term 16 Feb 2026–20 Feb 2026
summer14 Apr 20263 Jul 2026Half-term 25 May 2026–29 May 2026

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Does the school support SEND?+

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Are there open days?+

1 upcoming open day or tour — see the admissions timeline. Booking is usually required.

How do I contact admissions?+

phone on 0113 228 5121 or the registrars listed in the contact card. Reference your child's age and intended entry year in the first message.

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