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60+ Private Grammar Schools Across the UK.
We prepare students for entrance exams at leading independent and grammar schools in every major region. Find your target school below.
London
8 schoolsWestminster School
17 Dean's Yard, Westminster, London SW1P 3PB
One of the UK's most academically selective schools, founded in 1179. Offers 11+ and 13+ entry with rigorous exams in English, Maths, and reasoning. Consistently top A-level and GCSE results nationwide.
St Paul's School
Lonsdale Road, Barnes, London SW13 9JT
Premier boys' school founded in 1509 by John Colet. Entry at 11+ or 13+ via competitive exams and interview. Known for exceptional academic standards, strong Oxbridge record, and wide co-curricular programme.
Dulwich College
Dulwich Common, London SE21 7LD
Founded in 1619 by Edward Alleyn. Large independent boys' school with 11+ entry through English, Maths, and reasoning exams. Set on a beautiful 70-acre campus in South London with outstanding facilities.
City of London School
Queen Victoria Street, London EC4V 3AL
Independent boys' day school in the heart of the City, founded in 1834. Entry at 11+ through competitive exams. Renowned for academic excellence, debating, drama, and its central Thames-side location.
Highgate School
North Road, Highgate, London N6 4AY
Co-educational independent school founded in 1565. Entry at 11+ through exam and interview. Strong academic results combined with a warm, inclusive community. Beautiful grounds in leafy North London.
Emanuel School
Battersea Rise, London SW11 1HS
Founded in 1594 by Lady Dacre. Co-educational day school with 11+ entry. Set beside Wandsworth Common with excellent sports facilities. Known for a balanced approach to academics, arts, and sport.
Alleyn's School
Townley Road, Dulwich, London SE22 8SU
Co-educational day school in Dulwich, founded in 1619. Entry at 11+ through competitive exams. Strong emphasis on creativity alongside academics, with outstanding drama, music, and art departments.
Latymer Upper School
King Street, Hammersmith, London W6 9LR
Academically ambitious co-educational day school, founded in 1624. Entry at 11+ via exam and interview. Consistently ranked among London's top schools for results. Strong STEM and humanities programmes.
Surrey & South East
6 schoolsEpsom College
College Road, Epsom, Surrey KT17 4JQ
Co-educational independent school founded in 1855, set on an 80-acre campus. Entry at 11+ and 13+ via exam. Particularly strong in sciences and medicine, with first-class boarding and day facilities.
Charterhouse
Charterhouse Road, Godalming, Surrey GU7 2DX
One of the original nine Clarendon Schools, founded in 1611. Now co-educational with 13+ entry. Set in 250 acres of stunning Surrey countryside. Renowned for academic rigour, music, and sport.
Cranleigh School
Horseshoe Lane, Cranleigh, Surrey GU6 8QQ
Co-educational boarding and day school founded in 1865. Entry at 11+ and 13+. Set in the Surrey Hills with outstanding sports facilities. Known for a strong all-round education and pastoral care.
Royal Grammar School, Guildford
High Street, Guildford, Surrey GU1 3BB
Academically selective boys' school founded in 1509. Entry at 11+ via competitive exam. Consistently among the top-performing schools in the country. Strong tradition in mathematics, sciences, and debating.
Reed's School
Sandy Lane, Cobham, Surrey KT11 2ES
Co-educational school founded in 1813, set in 40 acres in Cobham. Entry at 11+ and 13+. Known for excellent pastoral care and a warm community. Strong sports programme with professional-standard pitches.
Caterham School
Harestone Valley Road, Caterham, Surrey CR3 6YA
Co-educational independent school founded in 1811. Entry at 11+ through exam. Beautiful hilltop campus in the Surrey Hills. Known for outstanding STEM facilities and a supportive learning environment.
Birmingham & Midlands
6 schoolsKing Edward's School, Birmingham
Edgbaston Park Road, Birmingham B15 2UA
Highly selective boys' school founded in 1552 by King Edward VI. Entry at 11+ via competitive exam. One of the top academic schools in the Midlands with an exceptional Oxbridge track record.
Edgbaston High School
Westbourne Road, Edgbaston, Birmingham B15 3TS
Independent girls' school founded in 1876, part of the GDST. Entry at 11+ via exam. Known for strong academic results, a nurturing environment, and excellent STEM and creative arts provision.
Solihull School
Warwick Road, Solihull, West Midlands B91 3DJ
Co-educational school founded in 1560. Entry at 11+ through exam. Set on a spacious campus with modern facilities. Offers a broad curriculum with strong sport, music, and outdoor education programmes.
Bromsgrove School
Worcester Road, Bromsgrove, Worcestershire B61 7DU
Co-educational boarding and day school founded in 1553. Entry at 11+ and 13+. One of the oldest schools in England with 100 acres of grounds. Strong international community and wide subject choice.
Warwick School
Myton Road, Warwick CV34 6PP
Independent boys' school claiming origins to 914 AD, making it one of the oldest in Britain. Entry at 11+. Situated beside the River Avon with outstanding facilities for sport, drama, and music.
Bablake School
Coundon Road, Coventry CV1 4AU
Co-educational independent school in Coventry, part of the Coventry School Foundation established in 1344. Entry at 11+. Known for excellent value, strong academics, and a friendly, inclusive atmosphere.
Manchester & North West
6 schoolsThe Manchester Grammar School
Old Hall Lane, Manchester M13 0XT
The largest independent day school for boys in the UK, founded in 1515. Entry at 11+ via highly competitive exam. Exceptional Oxbridge and Russell Group university record. Outstanding science and maths departments.
Withington Girls' School
Wellington Road, Fallowfield, Manchester M14 6BL
Academically selective independent girls' school, founded in 1890. Entry at 11+ via exam. Consistently ranked among the top girls' schools nationally. Strong STEM, humanities, and performing arts.
Cheadle Hulme School
Claremont Road, Cheadle Hulme, Stockport SK8 6EF
Co-educational independent school founded in 1855, set on an 83-acre campus. Entry at 11+ via exam. Popular for its welcoming community, broad curriculum, and strong sporting tradition.
Stockport Grammar School
Buxton Road, Stockport SK2 7AF
Co-educational independent school founded in 1487. Entry at 11+ through competitive exam. Known for consistently strong GCSE and A-level results, extensive co-curricular activities, and a modern campus.
Bolton School
Chorley New Road, Bolton BL1 4PA
Co-educational independent school founded in 1516, with separate boys' and girls' divisions. Entry at 11+ via exam. Set on a large campus with excellent facilities. Strong academic and co-curricular reputation.
Alderley Edge School for Girls
Wilmslow Road, Alderley Edge, Cheshire SK9 7QE
Independent girls' school in the Cheshire countryside. Entry at 11+ via exam. Small class sizes ensure personal attention. Known for nurturing confidence and achieving strong results in a supportive setting.
Leeds & Yorkshire
5 schoolsThe Grammar School at Leeds
Alwoodley Gates, Harrogate Road, Leeds LS17 8GS
Co-educational independent school formed from the merger of Leeds Grammar School and Leeds Girls' High School. Entry at 11+ via exam. Spacious campus in North Leeds with strong academic and sporting pedigree.
Bradford Grammar School
Keighley Road, Bradford BD9 4JP
Co-educational independent school founded in 1548 by King Edward VI. Entry at 11+ via exam. Strong academic record combined with wide co-curricular activities. Welcoming, diverse school community.
Giggleswick School
Giggleswick, Settle, North Yorkshire BD24 0DE
Co-educational boarding and day school founded in 1499, set in the stunning Yorkshire Dales. Entry at 11+ and 13+. Small school feel with strong pastoral care, outdoor education, and creative arts.
Ackworth School
Pontefract Road, Ackworth, West Yorkshire WF7 7LT
Co-educational Quaker school founded in 1779, set on a 60-acre estate. Entry at 11+. Known for its values-driven education, friendly atmosphere, and strong sense of community. Boarding and day options.
Bootham School
51 Bootham, York YO30 7BU
Co-educational Quaker school in the heart of York, founded in 1823. Entry at 11+. Small, nurturing community with emphasis on individual growth. Strong sciences, arts, and an observatory on site.
Bristol & South West
5 schoolsClifton College
32 College Road, Clifton, Bristol BS8 3JH
Co-educational independent school founded in 1862, overlooking the Clifton Suspension Bridge. Entry at 11+ and 13+. Renowned for academic breadth, cricket, and strong boarding community. Beautiful Victorian campus.
Badminton School
Westbury Road, Westbury-on-Trym, Bristol BS9 3BA
Independent girls' boarding and day school founded in 1858. Entry at 11+. Set in 20 acres in North Bristol. Known for nurturing confident, independent young women with strong academic and creative programmes.
Bristol Grammar School
University Road, Bristol BS8 1SR
Co-educational independent day school founded in 1532. Entry at 11+ via competitive exam. Located in the heart of Bristol's university quarter. Known for excellent exam results and a vibrant co-curricular life.
Queen Elizabeth's Hospital
Berkeley Place, Clifton, Bristol BS8 1JX
Independent boys' school founded in 1586, also known as QEH. Entry at 11+. Located in the heart of Clifton. Known for strong academics, a distinctive bluecoat uniform, and excellent value for money.
Colston's School
Bell Hill, Stapleton, Bristol BS16 1BJ
Co-educational independent day school founded in 1710. Entry at 11+ via exam. Set on a green campus in North Bristol. Offers a balanced education with strong pastoral support and wide co-curricular options.
Cambridge & East
5 schoolsThe Perse School
Hills Road, Cambridge CB2 8QF
Highly selective co-educational day school founded in 1615. Entry at 11+ via competitive exam. Consistently one of the top-performing schools in the country. Strong links with Cambridge University.
The Leys School
Trumpington Road, Cambridge CB2 7AD
Co-educational boarding and day school founded in 1875, adjacent to Cambridge city centre. Entry at 11+ and 13+. Beautiful grounds backing onto the River Cam. Known for strong pastoral care and academic excellence.
St Faith's School
Trumpington Road, Cambridge CB2 8AG
Independent co-educational prep school in Cambridge, feeding into top senior schools including The Perse and The Leys. Known for creative teaching, strong results, and a happy, stimulating environment.
Culford School
Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk IP28 6TX
Co-educational boarding and day school set in 480 acres of Suffolk parkland. Entry at 11+ and 13+. Known for small class sizes, individual attention, and outstanding facilities including an Olympic-size swimming pool.
Framlingham College
College Road, Framlingham, Suffolk IP13 9EY
Co-educational boarding and day school founded in 1864, in the historic town of Framlingham. Entry at 11+ and 13+. Known for a warm, supportive community with strong sports, music, and outdoor learning.
Newcastle & North East
5 schoolsRoyal Grammar School, Newcastle
Eskdale Terrace, Newcastle upon Tyne NE2 4DX
Academically selective boys' school founded in 1545, one of the leading schools in the North East. Entry at 11+ via competitive exam. Strong Oxbridge record, excellent STEM departments, and extensive co-curricular.
Newcastle High School for Girls
Eskdale Terrace, Newcastle upon Tyne NE2 4DS
Independent girls' school and part of the GDST, founded in 1885. Entry at 11+ via exam. Consistently strong results with a focus on empowering girls in STEM, leadership, and the creative arts.
Durham School
Quarryheads Lane, Durham DH1 4SZ
Co-educational school founded in 1414, situated in the shadow of Durham Cathedral. Entry at 11+ and 13+. One of the oldest schools in England. Strong boarding tradition, music, and sport alongside solid academics.
Barnard Castle School
Newgate, Barnard Castle, County Durham DL12 8UN
Co-educational boarding and day school founded in 1883, set in the beautiful Teesdale countryside. Entry at 11+. Known for friendly atmosphere, strong sport (especially rugby), and good value independent education.
Yarm School
The Friarage, Yarm, Stockton-on-Tees TS15 9EJ
Co-educational independent day school founded in 1978. Entry at 11+ via exam. One of the top-performing schools in the North East. Modern facilities, strong academic ethos, and vibrant creative arts scene.
Scotland
6 schoolsFettes College
Carrington Road, Edinburgh EH4 1QX
Co-educational boarding and day school founded in 1870. Entry at 11+ and 13+. Often called the "Eton of Scotland." Set on a stunning 90-acre campus. Known for academic excellence, sport, and strong boarding tradition.
George Heriot's School
Lauriston Place, Edinburgh EH3 9EQ
Co-educational independent school founded in 1628, housed in a magnificent Renaissance building in central Edinburgh. Entry at 11+ via exam. Known for strong community, excellent results, and historic traditions.
Edinburgh Academy
42 Henderson Row, Edinburgh EH3 5BL
Co-educational independent school founded in 1824. Entry at 11+ via exam. Located in the heart of Edinburgh's New Town. Known for strong academic standards, thriving arts, and extensive playing fields at Inverleith.
The Glasgow Academy
Colebrooke Street, Glasgow G12 8HE
Co-educational independent school founded in 1845, located in Glasgow's West End. Entry at 11+ via exam. One of Glasgow's leading schools with strong academic results, sport, and a vibrant co-curricular programme.
Hutchesons' Grammar School
21 Beaton Road, Glasgow G41 4NW
Co-educational independent school founded in 1641 by George and Thomas Hutcheson. Entry at 11+ via competitive exam. One of Scotland's top-performing schools with outstanding university placement record.
Robert Gordon's College
Schoolhill, Aberdeen AB10 1FE
Co-educational independent day school founded in 1729 in the heart of Aberdeen. Entry at 11+ via exam. The largest independent school in Scotland. Known for strong sciences, engineering links, and a supportive community.
Wales
4 schoolsChrist College, Brecon
Brecon, Powys LD3 8AF
Co-educational boarding and day school founded in 1541 by King Henry VIII. Entry at 11+ and 13+. Set in the Brecon Beacons National Park. Known for small class sizes, strong pastoral care, and outdoor activities.
Rydal Penrhos School
Pwllycrochan Avenue, Colwyn Bay LL29 7BT
Co-educational boarding and day school on the North Wales coast. Entry at 11+. Beautiful seafront location with mountain views. Known for a caring community, all-round education, and strong outdoor pursuits programme.
Monmouth School for Boys
Almshouse Street, Monmouth NP25 3XP
Independent boys' school founded in 1614 by William Jones. Entry at 11+ and 13+. Set in the beautiful Wye Valley. Known for strong academics, outstanding rowing programme, and excellent boarding facilities.
Howell's School, Cardiff
Cardiff Road, Llandaff, Cardiff CF5 2YD
Independent girls' school and part of the GDST, founded in 1860. Entry at 11+ via exam. Located in the historic village of Llandaff. Known for strong results, a supportive environment, and excellent music department.
Northern Ireland
4 schoolsCampbell College
Belmont Road, Belfast BT4 2ND
Independent boys' grammar school founded in 1894, set in a stunning 100-acre estate in East Belfast. Entry at 11+ via exam. Known for strong academics, rugby tradition, and one of Northern Ireland's finest boarding schools.
Methodist College Belfast
1 Malone Road, Belfast BT9 6BY
Co-educational voluntary grammar school founded in 1868, one of the largest schools in Northern Ireland. Entry at 11+ via exam. Excellent academic track record, strong music and sports programmes, and diverse community.
Royal Belfast Academical Institution
College Square East, Belfast BT1 6DL
Independent boys' grammar school founded in 1810, known locally as "RBAI" or "Inst." Entry at 11+ via exam. Located in Belfast city centre with a proud academic and sporting heritage spanning over 200 years.
Rockport School
Craigavad, Holywood, County Down BT18 0DD
Co-educational preparatory and senior school on the shores of Belfast Lough. Entry at 11+. Small, nurturing school with exceptional pastoral care. Known for performing arts, outdoor learning, and individual attention.
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