South Wilts Grammar School
Salisbury, Wiltshire, South West · SP1 3JJ
A selective girls' grammar school in Salisbury, South Wilts educates around 1,185 pupils - comfortably above its stated capacity of 1,022, a sign of how sought-after places here are. Entry at 11 is part of the Wiltshire (Salisbury) grammar schools consortium, which shapes how families approach the admissions process. Ofsted rated the school Good overall in its most recent inspection, with behaviour singled out as Outstanding. With a relatively low proportion of pupils on free school meals, it draws from a fairly settled local intake.
1,185
Pupils
Good
Ofsted
160
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- Gender
- Girls
- Type
- state grammar school
- Pupils
- 1,185
- Pupil:teacher ratio
- 17.9
- Location
- Salisbury, Wiltshire, South West
- Website
- http://www.swgs.wilts.sch.uk/
Entrance & admissions
- Consortium
- Wiltshire (Salisbury) grammar schools
- Exam board
- GL Assessment
- Subjects tested
- English, Maths, Non-Verbal Reasoning, Verbal Reasoning
- Places (PAN)
- 160
- Entry age
- 11
Key dates· 2027 entry
Exam dateNext
26 September 2026
Application deadline
31 October 2026
Offers date
1 March 2027
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Latest results
Attainment 8
77
National average 46.9
GCSE grade 5+ (English & Maths)
99%
National average 47%
Teaching & academics
Results are a clear strength. The school posts an Attainment 8 score of 77 against a national average of 46.9, and 99% of pupils achieve grade 5 or above in English and Maths, compared with 47% nationally. A pupil-to-teacher ratio of around 17.9 is typical for a large state secondary. Ofsted judged quality of education and the sixth form Good.
Learning support & SEN
- SEN support
- 4.89%
- EHC plans
- 0.76%
- English as additional language
- 9.2%
- Free school meals
- 2%
Ethos & heritage
- Boarding
- No
Inspection reports
- Ofsted overall
- Good
- Quality of education
- Good
- Behaviour & attitudes
- Outstanding
- Last inspected
- 22 October 2019
The last word
A high-performing girls' grammar where strong academic outcomes are matched by Outstanding behaviour. Families should plan for competitive consortium entry tested across English, Maths and reasoning.
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South Wilts Grammar School 11+: frequently asked questions
Where is South Wilts Grammar School located?
South Wilts Grammar School is located at Stratford Road, Salisbury, SP1 3JJ.
What type of school is South Wilts Grammar School?
South Wilts Grammar School is a state grammar school in South West.
What subjects does South Wilts Grammar School test in the 11+?
South Wilts Grammar School tests English, Maths, Non-Verbal Reasoning and Verbal Reasoning at 11+.
Which exam board does South Wilts Grammar School use for the 11+?
South Wilts Grammar School's 11+ uses GL Assessment.
When is the South Wilts Grammar School 11+ exam?
For the 2027 entry, the South Wilts Grammar School 11+ exam is on 26 September 2026.
How do I apply to South Wilts Grammar School?
For 2027 entry, the application deadline is 31 October 2026.
When are South Wilts Grammar School 11+ offers released?
For 2027 entry, South Wilts Grammar School releases offers on 1 March 2027.
Which consortium does South Wilts Grammar School belong to?
South Wilts Grammar School is part of the Wiltshire (Salisbury) grammar schools consortium.
How many places does South Wilts Grammar School offer?
South Wilts Grammar School has a published admission number of 160 places.
How many pupils attend South Wilts Grammar School?
South Wilts Grammar School has approximately 1,185 pupils on roll.
What is South Wilts Grammar School's Ofsted rating?
South Wilts Grammar School was rated "Good" by Ofsted at its inspection on 22 October 2019.
Compiled from public data. Last checked June 2026.