The King's School, Grantham
URN: 120698 • Grantham NG31 6RP
Overview
- Name
- The King's School, Grantham
- URN
- 120698
- Type
- Foundation school
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Closed
- Gender
- Boys
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Selective
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Outstanding
- Ranking score
- 70.2 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Stephen Howarth (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- Website
- Address
- Brook Street, Grantham NG31 6RP
Summary
The King's School, Grantham is a selective foundation school for boys, catering to students aged 11 and above. With a capacity of 995, the school prides itself on fostering a friendly and focused academic environment that values diversity and individual talents. The ethos of the school emphasizes the importance of work, self-discipline, and achievement, preparing students to navigate a rapidly changing world while maintaining strong academic standards.
The curriculum at The King's School is designed to inspire intellectual development and promote a well-rounded education. In addition to academic qualifications, the school places significant importance on students' spiritual, moral, social, and cultural growth. A proactive pastoral care system supports the wellbeing of pupils, ensuring they are equipped for both academic success and personal development.
Extracurricular activities play a vital role in the school community, offering opportunities in music, sports, and various clubs, including the Combined Cadet Force and the Duke of Edinburgh scheme. The King's School aims to develop young men who are not only academically accomplished but also socially responsible and prepared to make a positive impact on society.
The curriculum at The King's School is designed to inspire intellectual development and promote a well-rounded education. In addition to academic qualifications, the school places significant importance on students' spiritual, moral, social, and cultural growth. A proactive pastoral care system supports the wellbeing of pupils, ensuring they are equipped for both academic success and personal development.
Extracurricular activities play a vital role in the school community, offering opportunities in music, sports, and various clubs, including the Combined Cadet Force and the Duke of Edinburgh scheme. The King's School aims to develop young men who are not only academically accomplished but also socially responsible and prepared to make a positive impact on society.
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Nearby alternatives
- Kesteven and Grantham Girls' School (77.1)
- The Priory Ruskin Academy (72.2)
- Kesteven and Grantham Girls' School (70.2)
- The King's School, Grantham (67.4)
- Walton Academy (58.0)
Key details
- LA
- Lincolnshire
- Age range
- 11 - 18
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 995
- Pupils
- Boys
- Girls
- FSM %
- Open date
- Close date
- 2011-07-31
- Last Ofsted
- 2008-05-21
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Lincolnshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 995 | ||||
| 2024-09-11 | 995 | ||||
| 2023-09-11 | 995 | ||||
| 2022-09-11 | 995 | ||||
| 2021-09-11 | 995 | ||||
| 2020-09-11 | 995 |
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