Queen Elizabeth's Grammar School, Horncastle
URN: 138665 • Horncastle LN9 5AD
Overview
- Name
- Queen Elizabeth's Grammar School, Horncastle
- URN
- 138665
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Selective
- Trust
- HORNCASTLE EDUCATION TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 64.8 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Simon Furness (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01507522465
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- West Street, Horncastle LN9 5AD
Summary
Queen Elizabeth's Grammar School (QEGS) in Horncastle is a mixed secondary academy with a current enrolment of 788 students and a capacity of 920. The school has a strong emphasis on providing high-quality learning and teaching opportunities, aiming to foster an environment where students can achieve their full potential. Rated 'Good' by Ofsted, QEGS is noted for its positive relationships between pupils and staff, contributing to a supportive and enjoyable learning atmosphere.
The school specializes in science and modern foreign languages, working in partnership with Banovallum School to establish Horncastle as a Centre for Excellence in science education. QEGS serves a wide catchment area, providing free transport for eligible students living more than three miles away, while also accommodating those from further afield with private bus services.
With a rich history dating back to 1327, QEGS has evolved from a boys' school to a mixed institution, maintaining a commitment to academic excellence and community involvement. The school encourages parental engagement and invites families to visit and experience its welcoming environment firsthand.
The school specializes in science and modern foreign languages, working in partnership with Banovallum School to establish Horncastle as a Centre for Excellence in science education. QEGS serves a wide catchment area, providing free transport for eligible students living more than three miles away, while also accommodating those from further afield with private bus services.
With a rich history dating back to 1327, QEGS has evolved from a boys' school to a mixed institution, maintaining a commitment to academic excellence and community involvement. The school encourages parental engagement and invites families to visit and experience its welcoming environment firsthand.
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Key details
- LA
- Lincolnshire
- Age range
- 11 - 18
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- HORNCASTLE EDUCATION TRUST
- Capacity
- 920
- Pupils
- 788
- Boys
- 395
- Girls
- 393
- FSM %
- 9.10
- Open date
- 2012-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2024-06-05
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Lincolnshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 788 | 395 | 393 | 920 | 9.10 |
| 2024-09-11 | 817 | 385 | 432 | 920 | 7.10 |
| 2023-09-11 | 833 | 383 | 450 | 920 | 6.50 |
| 2022-09-11 | 833 | 383 | 450 | 920 | 6.50 |
| 2021-09-11 | 825 | 388 | 437 | 920 | 7.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 804 | 385 | 419 | 920 | 4.50 |
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