High Grange School
Mickleover, Derbyshire, East Midlands · DE3 0DR
High Grange School is a small independent school in Mickleover, with around 86 pupils on its roll and a mixed intake from age 11. Led by headteacher Mr Gavin Spicer, it is inspected by the ISI and has no religious affiliation. Its modest size means a close-knit setting where pupils are likely to be well known to staff. The school suits families seeking a small, personal environment rather than a large or selective academic institution.
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- Gender
- Mixed
- Type
- independent (fee-paying) school
- Pupils
- 86
- Location
- Mickleover, Derbyshire, East Midlands
- Website
- www.highgrangeschool.co.uk
Entrance & admissions
- Entry age
- 11
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Headteacher
Head Mr Gavin Spicer
Latest results
Attainment 8
20.3
National average 46.9
GCSE grade 5+ (English & Maths)
11%
National average 47%
Teaching & academics
GCSEs are the focus of the curriculum here. Attainment sits well below national benchmarks, with an Attainment 8 score of 20.3 against a national average of 46.9, and 11% of pupils achieving grade 5 or above in English and Maths compared with 47% nationally. Parents weighing the school should consider these figures alongside its small-school pastoral character and the kind of individual support a low pupil count can allow.
Sixth form
Qualifications offered
Ethos & heritage
- Religious character
- None
- Boarding
- No
The last word
A small independent school offering GCSEs in a personal setting, best understood by families who value close attention over headline results.
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High Grange School 11+: frequently asked questions
Where is High Grange School located?
High Grange School is located at Hospital Lane, Mickleover, DE3 0DR.
What type of school is High Grange School?
High Grange School is an independent (fee-paying) school in East Midlands.
How many pupils attend High Grange School?
High Grange School has approximately 86 pupils on roll.
Compiled from public data. Last checked June 2026.