Stroud High School
Stroud, Gloucestershire, South West · GL5 4HF
A selective girls' grammar in Stroud, Stroud High School carries an Outstanding judgement from Ofsted across every category inspected, from quality of education to its sixth form. With around 1,106 girls on roll against a capacity of 835, it is a large and notably oversubscribed school, drawing high-achieving families from across Gloucestershire. Entry is at 11, and the consistency of the inspection record points to a settled, well-led environment. Families seeking academic ambition combined with strong pastoral standards will find both reflected here.
1,106
Pupils
Outstanding
Ofsted
150
Places (PAN)
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- Gender
- Girls
- Type
- state grammar school
- Pupils
- 1,106
- Pupil:teacher ratio
- 19.3
- Location
- Stroud, Gloucestershire, South West
- Website
- http://stroudhigh.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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Attainment 8
76.9
National average 46.9
GCSE grade 5+ (English & Maths)
98%
National average 47%
Teaching & academics
Results sit far above the national picture: an Attainment 8 score of 76.9 against a national average of 46.9, and 98% of girls securing grade 5 or above in English and Maths, compared with 47% nationally. These are figures typical of a long-established selective school where attainment is high across the board. The pupil-to-teacher ratio of 19.3 is fairly standard for a large state secondary.
Learning support & SEN
- SEN support
- 4.7%
- EHC plans
- 0.09%
- English as additional language
- 6.2%
- Free school meals
- 2.9%
Ethos & heritage
- Boarding
- No
Inspection reports
- Ofsted overall
- Outstanding
- Quality of education
- Outstanding
- Behaviour & attitudes
- Outstanding
- Last inspected
- 7 November 2023
The last word
An Outstanding girls' grammar with results among the strongest in the state sector. Demand is high, so early and thorough 11+ preparation is essential.
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Stroud High School 11+: frequently asked questions
Where is Stroud High School located?
Stroud High School is located at Beards Lane, Cainscross Road, Stroud, GL5 4HF.
What type of school is Stroud High School?
Stroud High School is a state grammar school in South West.
What subjects does Stroud High School test in the 11+?
Stroud High School tests English, Maths, Non-Verbal Reasoning and Verbal Reasoning at 11+.
Which exam board does Stroud High School use for the 11+?
Stroud High School's 11+ uses GL Assessment.
When is the Stroud High School 11+ exam?
For the 2027 entry, the Stroud High School 11+ exam is on 12 September 2026.
How do I apply to Stroud High 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 Stroud High School 11+ offers released?
For 2027 entry, Stroud High School releases offers on 1 March 2027.
Which consortium does Stroud High School belong to?
Stroud High School is part of the Gloucestershire Grammar Schools consortium.
How many places does Stroud High School offer?
Stroud High School has a published admission number of 150 places.
How many pupils attend Stroud High School?
Stroud High School has approximately 1,106 pupils on roll.
What is Stroud High School's Ofsted rating?
Stroud High School was rated "Outstanding" by Ofsted at its inspection on 7 November 2023.
Compiled from public data. Last checked June 2026.