The short version
Above-average GCSE results. At capacity. Rated Good by Ofsted (2023).
- GCSE results are above the national average (Attainment 8: 58.0 vs national 43.8)
- Rated Good by Ofsted in 2023
- The school is at capacity (96% full)
Selective intake
This school offers places by entrance exam. See how 11+ formats differ between schools — and which exam boards they use.
Performance
DfE published dataOfficial DfE Results
Attainment 8
Average points across 8 GCSE subjects
58.0
14.2 vs nationalEnglish & maths (grade 5+)
Strong pass in both core subjects
78%
36.5pp vs nationalEBacc entry
Academic subjects including a language
69%
A-Level Average
Mean grade across subjects
B-
A-Level Value Added
Progress vs expected
+0.15
Band 2Source: Department for Education Performance Tables 2024-25
Post-GCSE Destinations
These figures track pupils 6 months after leaving. Source: DfE destination measures.
Sustained destination
In education, employment or training
99%
Continuing education
Sixth form, FE college, or school
95%
Apprenticeships
Work combined with training
4%
Employment
Directly into work
0%
Based on 122 leavers
Source: DfE Destination Measures 2024/25
Attendance
In practice: Pupils miss about 9 days per year on average — about two weeks of school.
12% of pupils miss 10% or more of school
Source: DfE School Census
Staffing
On average, 18 pupils share each qualified teacher.
Staff breakdown
Plus 45 other support staff
Source: DfE School Workforce Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Secondary
- Ages
- 11–18
- Intake
- Mixed
Numbers
- Pupils
- 799
- Capacity
- 96%
- FSM
- 9.2%
- Admissions
- Selective
Governance
- Local authority
- Lincolnshire
- Trust
- COMMUNITY INCLUSIVE TRUST
- Head
- Nick Law (Executive Headteacher)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- Yes
Inspection record
Official linksFull inspection: Good
6 official reports linked on this page, including 5 earlier reports.
Previous reports
Location
Northgate, Sleaford, Lincolnshire, NG34 7DD
Town setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmChurch Lane Primary School & Nursery
Primary · Very close
St George's Academy
Secondary · Very close
Holton Sleaford Independent School
Independent · 397m away
Sleaford Joint Sixth Form
Sixth form centres · 405m away
William Alvey School
Primary · 437m away
Our Lady of Good Counsel Catholic Primary School, A Voluntary Academy
Primary · 583m away
Willow School
Independent · 584m away
Kesteven and Sleaford High School Selective Academy
Secondary · 657m away
Questions parents ask
Is Carre's Grammar School a selective school?
Yes. Carre's Grammar School has a selective intake, which means places are offered based on performance in an entrance exam. Check the school's admissions page for the current exam format and registration deadlines.
What is Carre's Grammar School's Ofsted rating?
Carre's Grammar School was rated Good at its most recent inspection in December 2023. Full reports are linked on this page.
How many pupils attend Carre's Grammar School?
Carre's Grammar School currently has 799 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does Carre's Grammar School take?
Carre's Grammar School caters for pupils aged 11 to 18. It is classified as a secondary school.
Where is Carre's Grammar School?
Carre's Grammar School is in Sleaford, NG34 7DD, in the Lincolnshire local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does Carre's Grammar School have a sixth form?
Yes, Carre's Grammar School has a sixth form, so pupils can continue to A-levels or equivalent qualifications without changing school.
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