Queen Elizabeth's Grammar School

URN: 136972 • Ashbourne DE6 1EP

Overview

Name
Queen Elizabeth's Grammar School
URN
136972
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Christian
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
QEGSMAT
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
63.8 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Scott Garrity (since 2025) , Head of Academy
Telephone
01335343685
Website
Visit
Address
The Green Road, Ashbourne DE6 1EP

Summary

Queen Elizabeth's Grammar School (QEGS) is a mixed secondary academy located in Ashbourne, Derbyshire, with a current enrollment of 1,298 students and a capacity of 1,420. The school emphasizes a balanced education that integrates academic success with opportunities in sports, the arts, and personal development. QEGS aims to inspire students to become independent thinkers and lifelong learners, preparing them for future employability and success in life.

The school's ethos is encapsulated in its vision and values: Question, Explore, Give, and Succeed. QEGS encourages students to engage critically with their education, explore diverse perspectives, contribute positively to their community, and strive for success in all endeavors. This holistic approach is designed to ensure that students are not only academically prepared but also well-rounded individuals.

QEGS actively fosters a supportive community environment, where respect and collaboration are paramount. The school also provides various extracurricular activities and events, enhancing the educational experience and promoting a sense of belonging among students. For more information, parents can visit the school's website.

Key details

LA
Derbyshire
Age range
11 - 18
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
QEGSMAT
Capacity
1420
Pupils
1298
Boys
632
Girls
666
FSM %
18.00
Open date
2011-08-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2024-01-24
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Derbyshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1298 632 666 1420 18.00
2024-09-11 1359 646 713 1420 15.70
2023-09-11 1376 639 737 1420 12.40
2022-09-11 1376 639 737 1420 12.40
2021-09-11 1384 653 731 1420 11.60
2020-09-11 1356 650 706 1420 10.40

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