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Wolverhampton Grammar School is an extraordinary school. You just have to step through our doors to feel the tangible warmth – a warmth created by people who embody community.

We will give your child the best opportunity to leave this school with excellent exam results. But, what we offer, is much more. We are an ambitious school, working hard to ensure students receive a transformational education.

Great education depends on exceptional relationships.

As one of the country’s oldest schools, we know that a challenging education requires a supportive, caring environment.

At Wolverhampton Grammar School, no child falls between the cracks.

Nic Anderson, Head

1512 Founded in

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Pastoral care like no other school Our first priority is the happiness of your child.

Your child will receive pastoral care at Wolverhampton Grammar School like nowhere else – that’s because happy children do well, thrive, and leave us with excellent exam results and the confidence to embrace whatever opportunities come their way.

School Counsellor

Dedicated, Expert Pastoral Team

Physical and Mental Health support

Continuity of support and care in Houses

Quiet Spaces and Quiet Time

Sixth Form Mentors and Peer Support

Prioritising Pastoral Care Your child will never feel alone at our school.

We make sure every child gets the care and individual attention that they need.

Claudine Jones, Assistant Head (Student Welfare & Safeguarding)

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The right fit

Year groups small enough to ensure every child gets individual education

Leading Wellbeing Curriculum

Small Class Sizes

Optimum Year Group (average 85 per year)

Every child gets the opportunity to represent the school in drama, sport and music

A community like no other

Students feel happy and safe in School

and support, and large enough to include variety and breadth of opinion to challenge and stimulate debate. We take equal opportunities very seriously.

We are proud to acknowledge and celebrate our student’s unique characteristics, cultures and backgrounds.

Student, staff and our Diversity Champions work together to explore how we may improve the visibility of every member of the school community, resulting in a diverse range of activities and events. These include our ‘We are WGS week’ and ‘Big Conversations’ with guest speakers.

Wolverhampton Grammar School is an inclusive and inspiring community built on individuality, respect, equity and kindness.

Jonathan Wood, Assistant Head (Operations)

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76% A* - B grades at A Level this year

Our students secure places at the most prestigious universities including Oxford and Cambridge

100% 44% awarded A*-A at A Level this year

Achieved a Merit or higher in Cambridge Technical awards

Dedicated UCAS and Careers Support

Distinction * grades awarded

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Academic Excellence You would expect nothing less than access to the very best inspirational teaching from the top independent school in Wolverhampton.

The academic achievements of our students speak for themselves; but our teachers are trained to deliver much more than that.

All of our teachers are experts in their own academic disciplines, trained and experienced professionals who love their subjects as much as they enjoy teaching our students. The lessons are lively and challenging, and knowledge here is treasured, opening up minds to a love of learning.

Small class sizes and space for individual tuition enables our teachers to get to know your child. We adapt the curriculum to suit every individual and will encourage your child to understand their own learning needs. Both boys and girls excel at GCSE, A Level and Cambridge Technical Awards.

79%

Grades 9 - 6 (A* to B equivalent) at GCSE this year

41%

Entries rewarded with the top two grades, 9 to 8 at GCSE this year

25% Students with 10 or more GCSE’s at grade 9 - 8

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How we use technology Wolverhampton Grammar School is at the forefront in its use of technology across every aspect of school life – from the classroom, to pastoral support; teaching and learning to support services; reading for pleasure and parent and student communications.

Many schools still avoid digital technology. Now more than ever, your child exists in a world that requires everyone to be in sync with the technology that surrounds them. As parents and educators, it's our responsibility to ensure our children are as prepared as they can be for the digital world ahead of them.

The skills and confidence your child will develop here will set them apart in adult life.

All children in Years 7, 8, 9 and 10 have a school iPad with a stylus Apple Pencil to set the standard for drawing, note-taking and marking up documents. Students can choose to record their work using the stylus, typing on the iPad or by writing in their universal exercise book or subject books – whatever works best for them. Work is recorded online – ensuring no lost learning.

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iPad technology to enhance learning

A Parent and Student Portal created especially for you

Technology Assisted Learning

An educational partnership with you to support your child’s learning

We use tech to measure happiness and social-emotional patterns and risks

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Reading and writing matters

Curriculum time devoted to reading for pleasure

We offer over 100 extra-curricular

The Jenyns Library is one of the busiest places in the school, encouraging a deep love of reading for students of all ages.

Guest Author and Poet Events.

Over 20,000 books and e-resources to enjoy

clubs – the largest range available

Accelerated Reader and Tracked Reading Development

There really is something for everyone, from BBC Young Reporter, Rock Club and Choir to Football, Cooking, Chess and Harry Potter Club.

This engaging, interactive space serves as a hub for curiosity and creativity, offering students the perfect environment to get lost in a book, complete homework, and conduct research.

With cozy reading corners, spacious study tables, and access to a wealth of digital and physical resources, the library caters to every student’s academic and personal interests.

At the heart of the library lies the Bennett Story Garden, an enchanting outdoor extension where storytelling comes alive amidst nature.

Jenyns Library also hosts workshops, guest authors and community events, further nurturing a lifelong passion for literature.

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Life outside the classroom

Our Libraries are open from 7.30am until 5.30pm.

Students can also make use of a Late Club until 6.15pm should they need to

from any school in the City.

Children join our school with different skills and abilities. The early years of Senior School are devoted to nurturing and discovering talent; whether that’s reading, writing, debating, drama, music or sport.

Clubs

Worldwide Trips and Expeditions

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Investing in your child’s future Because Wolverhampton Grammar School is one of the most successful independent schools in the country – we are able to invest in our infrastructure, buildings and services.

From the very best nutritionally balanced food prepared by award winning chefs to the latest science laboratories, Sports Centre and a School Learning Hub – your child will have access to the very best facilities.

Award winning caterers

25

acre site

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www.wgs.org.uk Wolverhampton Grammar School Official Wolverhampton Grammar School Wolverhampton Grammar School

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Education as individual as your child

Wolverhampton Grammar School Compton Road Wolverhampton WV3 9RB 01902 421326

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