The short version
Above-average GCSE results. At capacity. Rated Good by Ofsted (2019).
- GCSE results are above the national average (Attainment 8: 77.0 vs national 43.8)
- Rated Good by Ofsted in 2019
- This is a girls-only school
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
77.0
33.2 vs nationalEnglish & maths (grade 5+)
Strong pass in both core subjects
99%
56.9pp vs nationalEBacc entry
Academic subjects including a language
56%
A-Level Average
Mean grade across subjects
B
A-Level Value Added
Progress vs expected
+0.11
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
96%
Continuing education
Sixth form, FE college, or school
94%
Apprenticeships
Work combined with training
0%
Employment
Directly into work
1%
Not sustained
Not in education, employment or training
2%
Based on 157 leavers
Source: DfE Destination Measures 2024/25
Attendance
In practice: Pupils miss about 7 days per year on average — about two weeks of school.
5% of pupils miss 10% or more of school
Source: DfE School Census
Staffing
On average, 18 pupils share each qualified teacher, but with teaching assistants there's 1 adult for every 15 pupils.
Staff breakdown
Plus 77 other support staff
Source: DfE School Workforce Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Secondary
- Ages
- 11–18
- Intake
- Girls
Numbers
- Pupils
- 1,185
- Capacity
- 100%
- FSM
- 2%
- Admissions
- Selective
Governance
- Local authority
- Wiltshire
- Trust
- SOUTH WILTS GRAMMAR SCHOOL
- Head
- Dr Amanda Smith (Headteacher)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- Yes
Inspection record
Official linksSchool inspection
4 official reports linked on this page, including 3 earlier reports.
Previous reports
Location
Stratford Road, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP1 3JJ
Town setting
Questions parents ask
Is South Wilts Grammar School a selective school?
Yes. South Wilts 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 South Wilts Grammar School's Ofsted rating?
South Wilts Grammar School was rated Good at its most recent inspection in January 2025. Full reports are linked on this page.
How many pupils attend South Wilts Grammar School?
South Wilts Grammar School currently has 1,185 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does South Wilts Grammar School take?
South Wilts Grammar School caters for pupils aged 11 to 18. It is classified as a secondary school.
Where is South Wilts Grammar School?
South Wilts Grammar School is in Salisbury, SP1 3JJ, in the Wiltshire local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does South Wilts Grammar School have a sixth form?
Yes, South Wilts Grammar School has a sixth form, so pupils can continue to A-levels or equivalent qualifications without changing school.
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