South Wilts Grammar School

About South Wilts Grammar School

South Wilts is a high performing girls' grammar school (age 11-16) with a distinctive coeducational sixth form. South Wilts provides high quality education and is one of the top schools in the country.

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Key Facts

Students 1,000

Head/Principal Dr A Smith

Rating Breakdown

Based on verified 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 • 252 responses • 21.3% response rate

View on Ofsted

My child is happy at this school

96.4% positive 3.6% negative

My child feels safe at this school

99.2% positive 0.8% negative

The school makes sure its pupils are well behaved

96.4% positive 2.4% negative

The school has high expectations for my child

96.8% positive 1.6% negative

My child does well at this school

96.8% positive 1.6% negative

I would recommend this school to another parent

Data from Ofsted Parent View as of September 2025. Based on 252 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

69.7

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

75.0

Attainment 8

Average grade across 8 subjects

+0.79

Progress 8

Well above average

98.1%

English & Maths 9-5

Strong pass in both

99.4%

English & Maths 9-4

Standard pass in both

Additional Information

56.9% entered EBacc

55.6% achieved EBacc

160 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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Liam D

Parent May 1, 2023

5.0

"Outstanding Academic Achievement"

My son's academic progress has been impressive since joining South Wilts Grammar School. The teachers are skilled at sparking his intellectual curiosity, and the 'buzz' around reading is palpable. I am grateful for the school's commitment to academic excellence and the support provided to our children.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 4/5

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Emily W

Parent Sep 1, 2022

5.0

"Exceptional School Experience"

My daughter has thrived at South Wilts Grammar School, enjoying the supportive and stimulating environment. The staff are passionate and enthusiastic, and the facilities are excellent. The values of kindness, involvement and aspiration are evident throughout the school, and I feel confident that she is receiving a well-rounded education.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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Rebecca T

Parent Feb 1, 2021

4.0

"A Good School with Some Room for Improvement"

I have mixed feelings about South Wilts Grammar School. My daughter had a positive experience, but I felt that some subjects were not as challenging as they could have been. The facilities are excellent, and the staff are generally supportive. However, I would have liked to see more opportunities for extracurricular activities.

Safety & Wellbeing 3/5

Teaching & Learning 3/5

Communication 3/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 3/5

Facilities 4/5

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