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Wirral Grammar School for Boys

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Wirral Grammar School for Boys

Cross Lane, Bebington, Wirral, CH63 3AQ

Academy converter
Boys
Pupils
1,074
Ages
11-18
FSM
9.1%
Attainment 8
65.3
Ofsted
Good
Nov 2022

This is a grammar school

Entry is by the 11+ exam, sat in September of Year 6

Selection
Selective grammar
Exam system
GL Assessment

Admits by the 11+ exam; many grammars also use distance or catchment as a tie-breaker once the pass mark is met.

Wirral grammars use the GL Assessment test arranged through the LA. Check the registration deadline with the council.

Grammars in WirralUnderstand the 11+How to apply

11+ details as of 2026-05. Always confirm with the local authority or consortium.

Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

GCSE Results (Secondary)

Key performance measures— 2024/25

Attainment 8
65.3
Progress 8?
N/A
9-7 Grades
40.3%
Basics 9-5
91.0%

Trend — Attainment 8 & Progress 8

Progress 8 not available for 2024/25 — DfE cannot calculate it because COVID-19 cancelled this cohort's KS2 SATs (the baseline). Expected to return in 2026/27.

Grade Distribution (%)

9–7% / 9–5% / 9–4% available from 2023/24; no grade breakdown for 2022/23

EBacc Measures

EBacc Entry
96.2%
EBacc APS
6.20
EBacc 9-5
59.6%
EBacc 9-4
78.8%
How to read Progress 8 vs Attainment 8Two numbers, two different stories. The 6-min explainer for parents.

A-Level Results (Post-16)

Key A-Level performance measures— 2024/25

APS per Entry
37.33
A*-A Grades
31.5%
A*-B Grades
57.6%
AAB+ %
26.5%

APS per Entry

National avgSelective avg

Grade Distribution (%)

A*-A% / A*-B% available from 2023/24; no grade breakdown for 2022/23

Based on 118 students entered

Community & Reviews

What parents say and who teaches here

Parent Reviews

Location & Nearby

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About Wirral Grammar School for Boys

Wirral Grammar School for Boys is a secondary school in Wirral, Wirral. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2022 inspection). Latest published results: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 65.3. The school has around 1,074 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

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Location: Cross Lane, Wirral, CH63 3AQ | More schools in Wirral

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for Wirral Grammar School for Boys, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

  1. Nov 2022 — Good
  2. Apr 2009 — Outstanding (predecessor: Wirral Grammar School for Boys)

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Frequently asked questions about Wirral Grammar School for Boys

What is Wirral Grammar School for Boys's Ofsted rating?
Wirral Grammar School for Boys received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2022 inspection.
What are Wirral Grammar School for Boys's latest exam results?
Wirral Grammar School for Boys: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 65.3. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.
Where is Wirral Grammar School for Boys located?
Wirral Grammar School for Boys is a secondary school in Wirral, Wirral (CH63 3AQ).
How many pupils attend Wirral Grammar School for Boys?
Wirral Grammar School for Boys has around 1,074 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.
How can I compare Wirral Grammar School for Boys with other schools?
View Wirral Grammar School for Boys's full profile on FavSchools for multi-year results and Ofsted history, then use the comparison tool or interactive map to explore nearby alternatives in Wirral.