Alcester Grammar School

URN: 136622 • Alcester B49 5ED

Overview

Name
Alcester Grammar School
URN
136622
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Selective
Trust
ALCESTER GRAMMAR SCHOOL
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Outstanding
Ranking score
75.6 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Rachel Thorpe (since 2025) , Principal
Telephone
01789762494
Website
Visit
Address
Birmingham Road, Alcester B49 5ED

Summary

Alcester Grammar School is a co-educational academy located in Alcester, Warwickshire, with a current enrolment of 1,294 students. The school offers a selective and ambitious curriculum, aiming to foster academic excellence alongside personal development. In recent years, AGS has celebrated its best-ever GCSE results, reflecting its commitment to high educational standards.

The school prioritises a supportive and engaging learning environment, where students are encouraged to develop their individual talents and become independent, life-long learners. A comprehensive Personal Development Programme is in place, featuring a variety of extra-curricular activities and opportunities for both domestic and international trips. The school's ethos promotes resilience, creativity, and a spirit of enquiry, ensuring that students are prepared for future challenges.

Governance at Alcester Grammar School is strong, with active involvement from governors who hold the leadership accountable. The school community values collaboration among students, staff, and parents, all working together to nurture “Decent Human Beings” who contribute positively to society.

Key details

LA
Warwickshire
Age range
11 - 18
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
ALCESTER GRAMMAR SCHOOL
Capacity
1290
Pupils
1294
Boys
798
Girls
496
FSM %
1.30
Open date
2011-04-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2022-12-08
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Warwickshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1294 798 496 1290 1.30
2024-09-11 1292 787 505 1290 1.70
2023-09-11 1363 807 556 1290 1.90
2022-09-11 1363 807 556 1290 1.90
2021-09-11 1342 760 582 1290 2.30
2020-09-11 1304 700 604 1290 2.50

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