Dixie Grammar School
Nuneaton, Leicestershire, East Midlands · CV13 0LE
An all-through independent school taking pupils from the ages of 3 to 18, Dixie Grammar School in Nuneaton remains a notably small community of around 481 pupils, with a sixth form of 63. Its modest size lends a close-knit feel, and the most recent Independent Schools Inspectorate report rated the school 'excellent' overall, with the same top mark for pupils' personal development. Compliance requirements were met in full. Led by Head Mr Richard Lynn, it admits at 11 alongside other entry points.
481
Pupils
excellent
ISI
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- Gender
- Mixed
- Type
- independent (fee-paying) school
- Age range
- 3-18
- Pupils
- 481
- Location
- Nuneaton, Leicestershire, East Midlands
- Website
- www.dixie.org.uk
- Telephone
- 01455 292244
Entrance & admissions
- Entry age
- 11
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Headteacher
Head Mr Richard Lynn
Latest results
Attainment 8
20.1
National average 46.9
GCSE grade 5+ (English & Maths)
0%
National average 47%
Teaching & academics
The school offers a traditional academic route through GCSE, A-level and the Extended Project Qualification (EPQ). At GCSE, popular choices span the humanities and languages, including Religious Studies, History, French, German, Design & Technology and Computing, while Psychology and Business Studies draw sixth-form pupils at A-level. Parents should note that the reported headline measures are low: an Attainment 8 score of 20.1 against a national average of 46.9, and 0% of pupils achieving grade 5 or above in English and Maths compared with 47% nationally. Around 14% of pupils receive SEN support, which is worth discussing directly with the school when weighing these figures.
Sixth form
- Sixth-form pupils
- 63
Popular A-level subjects
Qualifications offered
Learning support & SEN
- SEN support
- 14.14%
- EHC plans
- 1.66%
Arts & extracurricular
Languages
Popular GCSE subjects
Ethos & heritage
- Boarding
- No
Inspection reports
- ISI rating
- excellent
- ISI personal development
- excellent
- Last inspected
- 18 March 2025
The last word
A small, all-through independent with an 'excellent' ISI judgement and strong personal development, where the academic headline figures sit well below national averages and merit a close conversation with the school.
The Passmate verdict
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Dixie Grammar School 11+: frequently asked questions
Where is Dixie Grammar School located?
Dixie Grammar School is located at Station Road, Market Bosworth, Nuneaton, CV13 0LE.
What type of school is Dixie Grammar School?
Dixie Grammar School is an independent (fee-paying) school in East Midlands.
How many pupils attend Dixie Grammar School?
Dixie Grammar School has approximately 481 pupils on roll.
What is Dixie Grammar School's inspection rating?
Dixie Grammar School is inspected by the ISI and was judged "excellent" at its inspection on 18 March 2025.
Compiled from public data. Last checked June 2026.