The short version
Below-average GCSE results. At capacity. Strong sixth form (A- average).
- GCSE results are below the national average (Attainment 8: 10.6 vs national 43.8)
- The school is at capacity (98% full)
Performance
DfE published dataOfficial DfE Results
Attainment 8
Average points across 8 GCSE subjects
10.6
33.2 vs nationalEnglish & maths (grade 5+)
Strong pass in both core subjects
0%
EBacc entry
Academic subjects including a language
0%
A-Level Average
Mean grade across subjects
A-
A-Level Value Added
Progress vs expected
+0.47
Band 1Source: Department for Education Performance Tables 2024-25
Special Educational Needs
12% of pupils have identified special educational needs or disabilities.
Breakdown
Source: DfE School Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Other independent school
- Ages
- 7–19
- Intake
- Mixed
Numbers
- Pupils
- 1,330
- Capacity
- 98%
Governance
- Local authority
- Newcastle upon Tyne
- Head
- Mr Geoffrey Stanford (Headteacher)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- Yes
Inspection record
Official linksIndependent school not found on standard Ofsted provider pages; defer to later ISI-specific handling.
Location
Eskdale Terrace, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Tyne and Wear, NE2 4DX
Town setting
Questions parents ask
How many pupils attend Royal Grammar School?
Royal Grammar School currently has 1,330 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does Royal Grammar School take?
Royal Grammar School caters for pupils aged 7 to 19.
Where is Royal Grammar School?
Royal Grammar School is in Newcastle-upon-Tyne, NE2 4DX, in the Newcastle upon Tyne local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does Royal Grammar School have a sixth form?
Yes, Royal Grammar School has a sixth form, so pupils can continue to A-levels or equivalent qualifications without changing school.
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