The King's School, Gloucester
Gloucester, Gloucestershire, South West · GL1 2BG
Tracing its roots to 1541, The King's School is a Church of England independent school in the heart of Gloucester, educating around 533 boys and girls, of whom 128 are in the sixth form. A pupil-to-teacher ratio of roughly eight to one points to small classes and close attention from staff. With more than a quarter of pupils receiving SEN support and bursaries available of up to 100 per cent, the school combines a long heritage with a notably broad intake. Day fees range from £23,055 to £27,150 a year.
533
Pupils
£27,150
Day fees / yr
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- Gender
- Mixed
- Type
- independent (fee-paying) school
- Pupils
- 533
- Pupil:teacher ratio
- 8
- Location
- Gloucester, Gloucestershire, South West
- Website
- www.thekingsschool.co.uk
Entrance & admissions
- Entry age
- 11
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Headteacher
Headmaster Mr David Morton
Latest results
Attainment 8
32.3
National average 46.9
GCSE grade 5+ (English & Maths)
0%
National average 47%
GCSE grade 9-7
53%
A-level A*-A
40%
A-level A*-B
67%
Teaching & academics
Headline results sit below national benchmarks, with an Attainment 8 score of 32.3 against a national average of 46.9, though just over half of GCSE entries reach grades 9-7. At A-level, 40 per cent of grades are A*-A and 67 per cent A*-B, and the sixth form offers a practical mix alongside traditional subjects, including BTEC and the EPQ. Popular choices span Psychology, Mathematics, English Literature and Physics through to Business Studies and Design and Technology, reflecting an academic programme that accommodates a range of strengths.
Sixth form
- Sixth-form pupils
- 128
Popular A-level subjects
Qualifications offered
Learning support & SEN
- SEN support
- 27.59%
- EHC plans
- 0%
Arts & extracurricular
Scholarships
Languages
Popular GCSE subjects
Sport
Main sports
Beyond the classroom
Sport is well established, with netball, football, rugby and cricket among the main games. Scholarships in Art, Design & Technology, Drama, Music, Performing Arts and Sports, as well as Academic awards, signal a school that values achievement across the arts and the pitch as much as the classroom.
Ethos & heritage
- Founded
- 1541
- Religious character
- C of E
- Boarding
- No
Mobile phone policy
Pupils place phones in secure boxes at start of day; returned at end of day
Money matters
- Day fees (per year)
- £23,055 - £27,150
- Bursaries up to
- 100% of fees
Up to 100 per cent
Inspection reports
The last word
A historic Gloucester school with small classes, generous bursaries and a wide-ranging curriculum, best suited to families who value individual support over league-table polish.
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The King's School, Gloucester 11+: frequently asked questions
Where is The King's School, Gloucester located?
The King's School, Gloucester is located at Pitt Street, Gloucester, GL1 2BG.
What type of school is The King's School, Gloucester?
The King's School, Gloucester is an independent (fee-paying) school in South West.
How many pupils attend The King's School, Gloucester?
The King's School, Gloucester has approximately 533 pupils on roll.
Compiled from public data. Last checked June 2026.