Queen Elizabeth's Grammar School, Horncastle
URN: 120707 • Horncastle LN9 5AD
Overview
- Name
- Queen Elizabeth's Grammar School, Horncastle
- URN
- 120707
- Type
- Foundation school
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Closed
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Selective
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Outstanding
- Ranking score
- 70.2 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Heather Payne (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- Website
- Address
- West Street, Horncastle LN9 5AD
Summary
Queen Elizabeth's Grammar School (QEGS) in Horncastle is a mixed foundation secondary school with a capacity of 807 students. Established over four centuries ago, the school has a rich history and is committed to providing high-quality education, as evidenced by its 'Good' rating from Ofsted. The school emphasizes strong relationships between pupils and staff, fostering a supportive environment where students can thrive.
QEGS specializes in science and modern foreign languages, aiming to create a "Centre for Excellence" in science education alongside its partner school, Banovallum. The curriculum is designed to promote high standards in various subjects, with additional resources available for science, mathematics, and information technology. The school welcomes students from Horncastle and surrounding areas, providing free transport for those living more than three miles away.
The school community values inclusivity and encourages parental involvement. QEGS hosts events such as open evenings, allowing prospective families to experience the school environment firsthand. The ethos of the school is centered on helping students achieve their potential and preparing them for a successful future.
QEGS specializes in science and modern foreign languages, aiming to create a "Centre for Excellence" in science education alongside its partner school, Banovallum. The curriculum is designed to promote high standards in various subjects, with additional resources available for science, mathematics, and information technology. The school welcomes students from Horncastle and surrounding areas, providing free transport for those living more than three miles away.
The school community values inclusivity and encourages parental involvement. QEGS hosts events such as open evenings, allowing prospective families to experience the school environment firsthand. The ethos of the school is centered on helping students achieve their potential and preparing them for a successful future.
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Key details
- LA
- Lincolnshire
- Age range
- 11 - 18
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 807
- Pupils
- Boys
- Girls
- FSM %
- Open date
- Close date
- 2012-08-31
- Last Ofsted
- 2011-11-03
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Lincolnshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 807 | ||||
| 2024-09-11 | 807 | ||||
| 2023-09-11 | 807 | ||||
| 2022-09-11 | 807 | ||||
| 2021-09-11 | 807 | ||||
| 2020-09-11 | 807 |
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