Clitheroe Royal Grammar School

URN: 136390 • Clitheroe BB7 2DJ

Overview

Name
Clitheroe Royal Grammar School
URN
136390
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Selective
Trust
CLITHEROE ROYAL GRAMMAR SCHOOL
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Outstanding
Ranking score
78.7 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
James Keulemans (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01200423118
Website
Visit
Address
York Street, Clitheroe BB7 2DJ

Summary

Clitheroe Royal Grammar School, located in Clitheroe, Lancashire, is a mixed selective academy that has been providing quality education since its foundation in 1554. With a current enrolment of 1,475 students and a capacity of 1,613, the school offers a supportive and nurturing environment for students aged 11 to 18. The school prides itself on its strong academic record and outstanding teaching, aiming to develop each student as an individual while preparing them for future challenges.

The curriculum at Clitheroe Royal Grammar School is designed to be both rigorous and diverse, with students in Years 7-11 studying at the Chatburn Road site. The Sixth Form, located at the York Street site, serves approximately 650 students who have access to a wide range of A Level subjects. The school emphasizes the importance of extracurricular activities, fostering a well-rounded educational experience.

In addition to academic excellence, the school is committed to providing exceptional pastoral care and support for all students. Clitheroe Royal Grammar School aims to create a strong sense of community, welcoming students from over 40 secondary schools and encouraging collaboration and personal growth.

Key details

LA
Lancashire
Age range
11 - 18
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
CLITHEROE ROYAL GRAMMAR SCHOOL
Capacity
1613
Pupils
1475
Boys
742
Girls
733
FSM %
11.40
Open date
2011-01-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2022-11-23
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Lancashire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1475 742 733 1613 11.40
2024-09-11 1441 727 714 1613 10.60
2023-09-11 1428 718 710 1463 6.90
2022-09-11 1428 718 710 1463 6.90
2021-09-11 1399 694 705 1321 5.00
2020-09-11 1337 663 674 1321 3.10

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