Queen Elizabeth's Grammar School

URN: 141165 • Blackburn BB2 6DF

Overview

Name
Queen Elizabeth's Grammar School
URN
141165
Type
Free schools
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
QEGS BLACKBURN ACADEMY TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
64.8 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Claire Gammon (since 2025) , Acting Head
Telephone
01254686300
Website
Visit
Address
West Park Road, Blackburn BB2 6DF

Summary

Queen Elizabeth's Grammar School (QEGS) in Blackburn with Darwen is a co-educational free school catering to students aged 4-19. With a current enrolment of 875 pupils and a capacity of 1,000, the school maintains a strong emphasis on high academic standards, exemplary behaviour, and a commitment to extracurricular activities. The school operates with an independent ethos despite being state-funded, drawing on over 500 years of educational experience.

QEGS offers a comprehensive curriculum across its nursery, primary, secondary, and sixth form stages. The primary school focuses on nurturing individual talents and fostering a love of learning through varied educational experiences, including sports, music, and drama. The dedicated staff aim to create a supportive environment where every child can thrive and achieve their maximum potential.

The school encourages parental involvement and values community engagement, aiming to build strong partnerships between families and the school. This collaborative approach is designed to enhance each child's educational journey, ensuring they feel valued and supported throughout their time at QEGS.

Key details

LA
Blackburn with Darwen
Age range
11 - 19
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
QEGS BLACKBURN ACADEMY TRUST
Capacity
1000
Pupils
875
Boys
465
Girls
410
FSM %
19.10
Open date
2014-09-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2019-09-26
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Lancashire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 875 465 410 1000 19.10
2024-09-11 874 460 414 1000 16.70
2023-09-11 1279 674 605 1000 15.90
2022-09-11 1279 674 605 1200 15.90
2021-09-11 1252 661 591 1200 17.20
2020-09-11 1204 646 558 1200 13.20

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