Stafford Grammar School
Staffordshire, West Midlands · ST18 9AT
A small independent school taking pupils from age four through to the sixth form, Stafford Grammar offers an all-through education on a single, intimate scale. With 381 on roll and a sixth form of 79, classes are kept compact and pupils are easily known. The Independent Schools Inspectorate rated the school excellent for both its education and its personal development, and confirmed that all compliance requirements were met. Led by Head Mr Lee Thomas, it is non-selective by faith and welcomes boys and girls alike.
381
Pupils
excellent
ISI
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- Gender
- Mixed
- Type
- independent (fee-paying) school
- Age range
- 4-18
- Pupils
- 381
- Location
- Staffordshire, West Midlands
- Website
- www.staffordgrammar.co.uk
- Telephone
- 01785 249752
Entrance & admissions
- Entry age
- 11
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Headteacher
Head Mr Lee Thomas
Latest results
Attainment 8
61.3
National average 46.9
GCSE grade 5+ (English & Maths)
81%
National average 47%
Teaching & academics
Academic results sit well above national benchmarks: the average Attainment 8 score is 61.3 against a national figure of 46.9, and 81% of pupils secure grade 5 or above in English and Maths, compared with 47% nationally. Pupils progress from GCSE to A-level, with the Extended Project Qualification available for those wanting to stretch their independent research. The ISI's top rating for education reflects this consistent strength.
Sixth form
- Sixth-form pupils
- 79
Qualifications offered
Beyond the classroom
The ISI judged the school excellent for personal development, suggesting that pastoral care and pupils' wider growth are taken seriously alongside results.
Ethos & heritage
- Religious character
- None
- Boarding
- No
Inspection reports
- ISI rating
- excellent
- ISI personal development
- excellent
- Last inspected
- 14 January 2025
The last word
A small, high-performing independent school where strong academic outcomes meet an excellent record on pupils' personal development. A natural fit for families seeking an all-through education in a close-knit setting.
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Stafford Grammar School 11+: frequently asked questions
Where is Stafford Grammar School located?
Stafford Grammar School is located at Burton Manor, ST18 9AT.
What type of school is Stafford Grammar School?
Stafford Grammar School is an independent (fee-paying) school in West Midlands.
How many pupils attend Stafford Grammar School?
Stafford Grammar School has approximately 381 pupils on roll.
What is Stafford Grammar School's inspection rating?
Stafford Grammar School is inspected by the ISI and was judged "excellent" at its inspection on 14 January 2025.
Compiled from public data. Last checked June 2026.