Skegness Grammar School
11+ Admissions Guide 2026

How to get into Skegness Grammar School

Grammar SchoolLincolnshire, East Midlands142 days until exam dateOfsted: Good

Gender

Mixed

Exam Board

GL Assessment

Places (Year 7)

132

Pupil-to-Teacher Ratio

14.4:1

Excellent

About Skegness Grammar School

Skegness Grammar School combines high academic expectations with a supportive community atmosphere. The curriculum is ambitious and well-structured, with subjects like modern foreign languages building knowledge in a logical progression that helps pupils develop real expertise over time. Sixth-form students thrive here, finding their studies both challenging and stimulating while taking on leadership roles through house activities and volunteering. The school places strong emphasis on pupil wellbeing, with dedicated mental health support available and staff who respond quickly to any concerns. Pupils are polite and focused in lessons, and many go on to pursue university places or apprenticeships.

Subjects Tested

Verbal ReasoningNon-Verbal Reasoning

Ages & Pupils

634

Total pupils

Ofsted Rating

Good

Overall effectiveness

Inspected 21/09/2021

Quality of Education

Good

Behaviour & Attitudes

Good

Personal Development

Good

Leadership & Management

Good

Sixth Form Provision

Good

Academic Performance

Attainment 8

52

Average GCSE score across 8 subjects

National average46.2

GCSE Grade 5+

62%

Achieving Grade 5+ in English & Maths

National average45.3%

School Profile

School Size
634 pupilsSmall
Pupil-to-Teacher Ratio
14.4:1Excellent
Consortium
Lincolnshire

Test Format

Verbal reasoning, non-verbal reasoning, number sequencing

Admissions

Published Admission Number
132 places

Student Demographics

25.6%

Free School Meals

7.7%

English as Additional Language

3.47%

EHCP

10.57%

SEN Support

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