Bishop Wordsworth's Church of England Grammar School

URN: 136500 • Salisbury SP1 2ED

Overview

Name
Bishop Wordsworth's Church of England Grammar School
URN
136500
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Boys
Religious
Church of England
Admissions
Selective
Trust
BISHOP WORDSWORTH'S CHURCH OF ENGLAND GRAMMAR SCHOOL
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Outstanding
Ranking score
78.7 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Stuart Smallwood (since 2023) , Headmaster
Previous head
Matthew Morgan, Headmaster
Telephone
01722333851
Website
Visit
Address
Exeter Street, Salisbury SP1 2ED

Summary

Bishop Wordsworth's Church of England Grammar School is a boys' secondary academy located in Salisbury, Wiltshire, with a current enrolment of 1,188 students and a capacity of 1,200. Founded in 1890 by John Wordsworth, the school has a long-standing tradition of academic excellence and personal development. It aims to foster integrity and resilience in students, preparing them to face the challenges of a rapidly changing world.

The school offers a broad curriculum alongside extensive extracurricular opportunities in sports, music, and the arts. It is committed to providing individual mentoring and pastoral support, ensuring that every student can achieve their full potential. The vibrant Sixth Form includes both boys and girls, promoting a collaborative learning environment.

Bishop Wordsworth's is situated in the picturesque Cathedral Close, enhancing its educational setting. The school encourages leadership and responsibility among older students, who serve as role models for younger peers. With a strong focus on academic achievement, many graduates progress to competitive universities, contributing to diverse fields as alumni.

Key details

LA
Wiltshire
Age range
11 - 18
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
BISHOP WORDSWORTH'S CHURCH OF ENGLAND GRAMMAR SCHOOL
Capacity
1200
Pupils
1188
Boys
1050
Girls
138
FSM %
4.10
Open date
2011-03-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2022-11-16
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Wiltshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1188 1050 138 1200 4.10
2024-09-11 1184 1049 135 884 3.90
2023-09-11 1156 1053 103 884 2.60
2022-09-11 1156 1053 103 884 2.60
2021-09-11 1055 1013 42 884 2.10
2020-09-11 975 975 0 884 1.90

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