Highworth Grammar School

About Highworth Grammar School

Highworth Grammar School combines a tradition of academic excellence with extensive pastoral support. Students at Highworth love learning and are highly motivated. We care about our students and they care about each other which creates a happy and supportive learning environment.

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Key Facts

Founded 1923

Students 1,500

Head/Principal Duncan Beer

Rating Breakdown

Based on published reviews

Safety & Security 5.0

Teaching Quality 4.5

Communication 4.5

Student Wellbeing 4.5

Facilities 4.5

Parent Survey

Official Ofsted Parent View data • 393 responses • 25.5% response rate

View on Ofsted

My child is happy at this school

93.4% positive 6.1% negative

My child feels safe at this school

96.7% positive 3% negative

The school makes sure its pupils are well behaved

96.4% positive 2.8% negative

The school has high expectations for my child

97.7% positive 0.5% negative

My child does well at this school

95.9% positive 3.6% negative

I would recommend this school to another parent

Data from Ofsted Parent View as of September 2025. Based on 393 parent responses to the official Ofsted survey.

School Workforce

Teacher and staff information • 2024-2025

Note: These figures are estimated based on national averages. Actual school-level data not yet available.

17.0:1

Pupil-Teacher Ratio

Excellent

90.8

Teachers (FTE)

Estimated workforce data based on GIAS enrollment and national average ratios. Academic year 2024-2025.

Secondary School Results (Key Stage 4)

Exam performance data • 2023-2024

68.8

Attainment 8

Average grade across 8 subjects

+0.65

Progress 8

Well above average

89.4%

English & Maths 9-5

Strong pass in both

98.2%

English & Maths 9-4

Standard pass in both

Additional Information

95.9% entered EBacc

84.3% achieved EBacc

217 pupils in cohort

Data from DfE Performance Tables for academic year 2023-2024. Published January 2024. View full performance tables

Reviews 3

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Emily W Unconfirmed

Parent Sep 15, 2022

5.0

"Exceptional education and facilities"

My children have thrived at Highworth Grammar School. The facilities are excellent, and the teachers are knowledgeable and supportive. The school's values of being reflective, creative and innovative are truly embedded in the curriculum.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 4/5

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Sophie H Unconfirmed

Parent Mar 20, 2022

4.0

"Some positive and negative aspects"

We have had a mixed experience at Highworth Grammar School. My child has enjoyed the extracurricular activities and the friends they have made. However, there have been some issues with communication from the school and some teachers seem to be more supportive than others.

Safety & Wellbeing 3/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 3/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 3/5

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Oliver J Unconfirmed

Parent May 10, 2021

5.0

"A school that truly cares"

My child graduated from Highworth Grammar School a few years ago and still speaks highly of the school. The teachers were dedicated and the school's ethos of 'Reach for the Stars' truly inspired my child. I would highly recommend Highworth to any parent.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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