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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 · Ages 11–18 · Selective · Boys

Ofsted
Good
Jan 2016

Historical inspection outcome; read the latest report for the full findings.

Academic picture

67.9school · 46.0 national reference

Attainment 8 · 2024/25. Average GCSE points across eight subjects, not a percentage.

Why is Progress 8 unavailable?

Progress 8 is unavailable nationally for this year because the cohort's KS2 baseline tests were cancelled. This is not a negative judgement on the school.

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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%

Exam attainment

Attainment 8 · GCSE points across eight subjects, not a percentage or a measure of progress.

School · 2024/25

67.9

National · same year

46.0

SchoolNational reference
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Attainment 8 values by academic year
YearSchoolNational
2022/2366.146.4
2023/2464.746.4
2024/2567.946.0

Learning progress

Progress 8 · Progress compared with pupils who had similar prior attainment. Zero is the national progress baseline.

School · 2024/25

Not available

National · same year

Not available

SchoolNational reference
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Progress 8 values by academic year
YearSchoolNational
2022/23+0.290.00
2023/24+0.310.00
2024/25Not availableNot available

Progress 8 is unavailable for 2024/25 because the cohort's KS2 baseline tests were cancelled nationally. Missing values are not zero.

Grades at or above each threshold

These percentages overlap: grades 9–7 are also included in 9–5 and 9–4. Do not add the lines together.

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

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Location & Area

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Nearby secondary schools

Closest alternatives within 15 km.

Hilbre High School
0.94 km away · Academy converter
Good
West Kirby School and College
1.75 km away · Non-maintained special school
Outstanding
West Kirby Grammar School
1.89 km away · Academy converter
Good
Pensby High School
4.22 km away · Foundation school
Good
Upton Hall School FCJ
4.61 km away · Academy converter
Outstanding

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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). According to the latest Ofsted Parent View survey (Sept 2025, 358 responses), 88% of parents would recommend this school. Latest published results: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 67.9. The school has around 1,479 pupils on roll. Compare the available school details with nearby alternatives to help build your shortlist.

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Location: Grammar School Lane, Wirral, CH48 8GG | More schools in Wirral

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

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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 do parents say about Calday Grange Grammar School?
Ofsted Parent View (Sept 2025, 358 responses): 88% of parents would recommend Calday Grange Grammar School.
What are Calday Grange Grammar School's latest exam results?
Calday Grange Grammar School: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 67.9. Check the source and academic year shown with each result.
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?
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