Derby Grammar School
Derby, East Midlands · DE23 4BX
A small Anglican independent school founded in 1995, Derby Grammar School educates around 161 pupils across a 4-18 age range, with secondary entry at 11. Its compact size means a sixth form of just 44 students and a close-knit feel throughout. Inspected by the ISI, the school was rated "good" overall and "good" for personal development, though it should be noted that the most recent inspection found compliance standards were not met. Notably, more than a fifth of pupils receive SEN support, suggesting a school accustomed to working with a range of learning needs.
161
Pupils
good
ISI
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- Gender
- Mixed
- Type
- independent (fee-paying) school
- Age range
- 4-18
- Pupils
- 161
- Location
- Derby, East Midlands
- Website
- www.derbygrammar.org
- Telephone
- 01332 523027
Entrance & admissions
- Entry age
- 11
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Headteacher
Head Mr Alistair Bond
Latest results
Attainment 8
59.8
National average 46.9
GCSE grade 5+ (English & Maths)
67%
National average 47%
Teaching & academics
Academic results sit comfortably above national benchmarks: the average Attainment 8 score of 59.8 outpaces the national figure of 46.9, and 67% of pupils secure grade 5 or above in English and Maths, against a national average of 47%. The GCSE curriculum is broad, spanning sciences, humanities, German, Design & Technology and Computing. At A-level, Mathematics and Biology are among the most popular choices, hinting at a strong scientific streak in the sixth form.
Sixth form
- Sixth-form pupils
- 44
Popular A-level subjects
Qualifications offered
Learning support & SEN
- SEN support
- 22.36%
- EHC plans
- 3.11%
Arts & extracurricular
Scholarships
Languages
Popular GCSE subjects
Beyond the classroom
Sport carries particular weight here, with scholarships available to recognise sporting talent.
Ethos & heritage
- Founded
- 1995
- Religious character
- Anglican
- Boarding
- No
Inspection reports
- ISI rating
- good
- ISI personal development
- good
- Last inspected
- 14 October 2025
The last word
A small school with solidly above-average results and a sporting bent, though parents will want to weigh the unmet compliance finding from its latest inspection.
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Derby Grammar School 11+: frequently asked questions
Where is Derby Grammar School located?
Derby Grammar School is located at Rykneld Road, Littleover, Derby, DE23 4BX.
What type of school is Derby Grammar School?
Derby Grammar School is an independent (fee-paying) school in East Midlands.
How many pupils attend Derby Grammar School?
Derby Grammar School has approximately 161 pupils on roll.
What is Derby Grammar School's inspection rating?
Derby Grammar School is inspected by the ISI and was judged "good" at its inspection on 14 October 2025.
Compiled from public data. Last checked June 2026.