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Calday Grange Grammar School

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Calday Grange Grammar School

Grammar School Lane, West Kirby, Wirral, CH48 8GG

Academy converter
Boys
Pupils
1,479
Ages
11-18
FSM
8.1%
Attainment 8
67.9
Ofsted
Good
Jan 2016

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
67.9
Progress 8?
N/A
9-7 Grades
53.3%
Basics 9-5
92.6%

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
81.9%
EBacc APS
6.45
EBacc 9-5
52.3%
EBacc 9-4
69.4%
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
38.31
A*-A Grades
33.6%
A*-B Grades
61.2%
AAB+ %
24.8%

APS per Entry

National avgSelective avg

Grade Distribution (%)

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

Based on 209 students entered

Community & Reviews

What parents say and who teaches here

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About Calday Grange Grammar School

Calday Grange Grammar School is a secondary school in Wirral, Wirral. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2016 inspection). Latest published results: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 67.9. The school has around 1,479 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

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Ofsted inspection history

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

  1. Dec 2024 — Standards maintained
  2. Sept 2019 — School remains Good
  3. Jan 2016 — Good

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Frequently asked questions about Calday Grange Grammar School

What is Calday Grange Grammar School's Ofsted rating?
Calday Grange Grammar School received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2016 inspection.
What are Calday Grange Grammar School's latest exam results?
Calday Grange Grammar School: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 67.9. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.
Where is Calday Grange Grammar School located?
Calday Grange Grammar School is a secondary school in Wirral, Wirral (CH48 8GG).
How many pupils attend Calday Grange Grammar School?
Calday Grange Grammar School has around 1,479 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.
How can I compare Calday Grange Grammar School with other schools?
View Calday Grange Grammar School'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.