The short version
Above-average GCSE results. 75% capacity. Strong sixth form (A- average).
- GCSE results are above the national average (Attainment 8: 53.6 vs national 43.8)
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
53.6
9.8 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
+0.42
Band 1Source: Department for Education Performance Tables 2024-25
Special Educational Needs
28% of pupils have identified special educational needs or disabilities.
Breakdown
Source: DfE School Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Other independent school
- Ages
- 2–19
- Intake
- Mixed
Numbers
- Pupils
- 1,440
- Capacity
- 75%
- Admissions
- Selective
Governance
- Local authority
- Worcestershire
- Head
- Mr John Pitt (Headteacher)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- Yes
- Nursery
- Yes
Inspection record
Official linksIndependent school not found on standard Ofsted provider pages; defer to later ISI-specific handling.
Location
Upper Tything, Worcester, Worcestershire, WR1 1HP
Town setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmSt George's Catholic Primary School
Primary · Very close
Riversides School
Special school · 406m away
St George's CofE Primary School
Primary · 464m away
Bishop Perowne CofE College
Secondary · 695m away
St Barnabas CofE Primary School
Primary · 1.0km away
Manor Park School
Special school · 1.0km away
Oldbury Park Primary School
Primary · 1.1km away
St Clement's CofE Primary
Primary · 1.2km away
Questions parents ask
Is Royal Grammar School Worcester a selective school?
Yes. Royal Grammar School Worcester 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.
How many pupils attend Royal Grammar School Worcester?
Royal Grammar School Worcester currently has 1,440 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does Royal Grammar School Worcester take?
Royal Grammar School Worcester caters for pupils aged 2 to 19.
Where is Royal Grammar School Worcester?
Royal Grammar School Worcester is in Worcester, WR1 1HP, in the Worcestershire local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does Royal Grammar School Worcester have a sixth form?
Yes, Royal Grammar School Worcester has a sixth form, so pupils can continue to A-levels or equivalent qualifications without changing school.
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