Marling School
Stroud, Gloucestershire, South West · GL5 4HE
A selective boys' grammar in Stroud, Marling School draws academically able pupils from across Gloucestershire and is one of the larger schools of its kind, with around 1,117 boys on roll against a capacity of 1,150. Entry at 11 runs through the Gloucestershire Grammar Schools consortium, so demand for its 150 places is keen. The pupil-to-teacher ratio of roughly 18 is typical for a school of this size, and a relatively low proportion of pupils qualify for free school meals.
1,117
Pupils
Not judged
Ofsted
150
Places (PAN)
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- Gender
- Boys
- Type
- state grammar school
- Pupils
- 1,117
- Pupil:teacher ratio
- 17.9
- Location
- Stroud, Gloucestershire, South West
- Website
- http://www.marling.gloucs.sch.uk/
Entrance & admissions
- Consortium
- Gloucestershire Grammar Schools
- Exam board
- GL Assessment
- Subjects tested
- English, Maths, Non-Verbal Reasoning, Verbal Reasoning
- Places (PAN)
- 150
- Entry age
- 11
Key dates· 2027 entry
Registration opens
18 May 2026
Registration closesNext
26 June 2026
Exam date
12 September 2026
Application deadline
31 October 2026
Offers date
1 March 2027
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Latest results
Attainment 8
73.9
National average 46.9
GCSE grade 5+ (English & Maths)
98%
National average 47%
Teaching & academics
Results sit well above national benchmarks: an Attainment 8 score of 73.9 compares with a national average of 46.9, and 98% of pupils secure grade 5 or above in English and Maths against a national figure of 47%. Ofsted rated quality of education, including the sixth form, as Good. Together these point to a school that consistently stretches its intake from Year 7 through to A-level.
Learning support & SEN
- SEN support
- 4.3%
- EHC plans
- 0.36%
- English as additional language
- 11.2%
- Free school meals
- 4.1%
Ethos & heritage
- Boarding
- No
Inspection reports
- Ofsted overall
- Not judged
- Quality of education
- Good
- Behaviour & attitudes
- Good
- Last inspected
- 19 November 2024
The last word
A strong choice for academically motivated boys whose families are prepared for a competitive 11+ entry across the Gloucestershire consortium.
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Marling School 11+: frequently asked questions
Where is Marling School located?
Marling School is located at Cainscross Road, Stroud, GL5 4HE.
What type of school is Marling School?
Marling School is a state grammar school in South West.
What subjects does Marling School test in the 11+?
Marling School tests English, Maths, Non-Verbal Reasoning and Verbal Reasoning at 11+.
Which exam board does Marling School use for the 11+?
Marling School's 11+ uses GL Assessment.
When is the Marling School 11+ exam?
For the 2027 entry, the Marling School 11+ exam is on 12 September 2026.
How do I apply to Marling School?
For 2027 entry, registration opens on 18 May 2026, registration closes on 26 June 2026 and the application deadline is 31 October 2026.
When are Marling School 11+ offers released?
For 2027 entry, Marling School releases offers on 1 March 2027.
Which consortium does Marling School belong to?
Marling School is part of the Gloucestershire Grammar Schools consortium.
How many places does Marling School offer?
Marling School has a published admission number of 150 places.
How many pupils attend Marling School?
Marling School has approximately 1,117 pupils on roll.
What is Marling School's Ofsted rating?
Marling School was rated "Not judged" by Ofsted at its inspection on 19 November 2024.
Compiled from public data. Last checked June 2026.