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Wirral Grammar School for Boys
Cross Lane, Bebington, Wirral, Merseyside, CH63 3AQ, Wirral
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
92.2 / 100
Top 8%
Better than 92% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Good
Pupils
1,074
Capacity
1,194
Ages
11–18
Gender
Boys
Occupancy
90%
Summary
With a Good rating from Ofsted and impressive GCSE results, this school demonstrates strong academic performance, ranking in the top 5% nationally for GCSE Attainment 8 at 65.4. Nearly all students achieve at least a grade 4 in English and Maths, with 91% attaining a grade 5 or higher. The high EBacc entry rate of 96% further highlights the school’s commitment to a rigorous curriculum, making it an excellent choice for parents seeking a robust educational environment.
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Last inspected: 8 November 2022Quality Of Education: GoodPersonal Development: OutstandingBehaviour & Attitudes: OutstandingLeadership & Management: Good
GCSE Results
| Metric | Value | vs UK |
|---|---|---|
| Attainment 8Combined grade score across a pupil's best 8 GCSEs. Higher = stronger academic outcomes. National average ~46.7. | 65.4 | Top 5% UK |
| English & Maths — Standard pass (grade 4+)Share of pupils who achieved grade 4+ in both English and Maths. Grade 4 is the minimum threshold for most employers and sixth forms. National average ~64%. | 99% | Top 2% UK |
| English & Maths — Strong pass (grade 5+)Share of pupils achieving grade 5+ in both English and Maths. Required by many universities and competitive sixth-form programmes. National average ~44%. | 91% | Top 4% UK |
| EBacc — Entry rate% of pupils who sat GCSEs in the full EBacc suite: English, Maths, History or Geography, a language, and Sciences. Signals a broad academic curriculum. National average ~39%. | 96% | Top 2% UK |
| EBacc — Achievement (grade 5+)% of pupils who achieved grade 5+ across all EBacc subjects. Reflects both curriculum breadth and academic rigour. National average ~22%. | 79% | Top 2% UK |
Pupil Ethnicity
White British77.8%
Asian Indian4.0%
Asian Chinese3.4%
White Other2.9%
Asian Other2.5%
Mixed Other2.2%
Mixed W+Asian1.9%
Asian Bangladeshi1.9%
Black African0.6%
White Irish0.5%
Other0.5%
Mixed W+B African0.4%
Black Other0.4%
Asian Pakistani0.3%
Location
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53.34806, -3.01299 · CH63 3AQ
School details
Local authorityWirral
RegionNorth West
URN137476
School typeAcademy converter
Websitewww.wirralgrammarboys.com/
Frequently asked questions
What is Wirral Grammar School for Boys rated by Ofsted?
Wirral Grammar School for Boys was rated "Good" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 8 November 2022.
Is Wirral Grammar School for Boys a good school?
Wirral Grammar School for Boys scores 92.2/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the top 8% of all open schools in England. The score is a composite of Ofsted inspection results, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction surveys.
How do pupils perform at Wirral Grammar School for Boys in GCSEs?
Wirral Grammar School for Boys achieved an Attainment 8 score of 65.4. 99% of pupils achieved grade 9–4 in English and Maths.
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