Boston Grammar School
11+ Admissions Guide 2026
How to get into Boston Grammar School
Gender
Exam Board
GL Assessment
Pupil-to-Teacher Ratio
18.1:1
HealthySchool Size
874 pupils
About Boston Grammar School
The Boston Grammar School is an inclusive and welcoming community where high expectations are woven into daily life through the school's 'golden principles'. The curriculum is broad and ambitious, with particular strengths in mathematics, science, art and physical education, while a popular sixth form offers strong guidance for students planning their next steps. Pupils describe the school as calm and orderly, with positive relationships between staff and students and sixth-formers serving as role models for younger years. Beyond the classroom, there are rich opportunities including sports, music, robotics and international links with over 20 European countries, alongside thought-provoking assemblies that explore topics such as equality and diversity.
Subjects Tested
Ages & Pupils
874
Total pupils
Ofsted Rating
Good
Overall effectiveness
Inspected 10 May 2021
Quality of Education
GoodBehaviour & Attitudes
GoodPersonal Development
GoodLeadership & Management
GoodSixth Form Provision
GoodAcademic Performance
Attainment 8
53.1
Average GCSE score across 8 subjects
GCSE Grade 5+
53.6%
Achieving Grade 5+ in English & Maths
School Profile
Test Format
Two papers: Verbal Reasoning and Non-Verbal Reasoning
Admissions
Student Demographics
13.8%
Free School Meals
32.2%
English as Additional Language
0.8%
EHCP
6.06%
SEN Support