Gresham's School

Gender

Mixed

Type

independent (fee-paying) school

Age range

13-18

Pupils

537

Location

Norfolk, East of England

Website

http://www.greshams.com/

Telephone

01263 714511

At A-level, 44% of grades were A*-A, with Mathematics, History, Biology, Fine Art and English Literature among the most popular choices - a spread that bridges the sciences, humanities and the arts. At GCSE, 56% of grades reached 9-7, though the headline Attainment 8 figure of 41.6 sits below the national average of 46.9. Notably, 36.8% of pupils receive SEN support, well above what many schools report, suggesting a community that takes a broad view of who it teaches and how.

SEN support

36.8%

EHC plans

0.89%

Main sports

Sport is a clear strand of school life, with rugby, cricket, football, hockey and netball all on offer. Scholarships in music, sport and art, alongside academic and Headmaster's Awards, point to genuine investment in talent across several fields.

Founded

1555

Religious character

C of E

Boarding

Yes

Phones may never be seen around school or in a classroom without permission given by a member of staff. Phones which are used around the site will be confiscated. If effort or achievement in academic or co-curricular activities becomes a concern it is likely that any/all devices may be confiscated for a period of time at the discretion of the HSM. Unacceptable use of mobile phones is covered in the ICT acceptable use policy which pupils must sign. Outside of the permitted times, pupils maybe allowed to contact home by agreement with the HSM. For pupils who have families living in different time zones, the mobile device rules will not prevent access to home.