Solihull School
11+ Admissions Guide 2026
How to get into Solihull School
Gender
Founded
1560
Age Range
7–18 years
Day Fees (per year) Fees were correct at the time of recording. Please check the school's website for the latest information.
£22,368
About Solihull School
Solihull School is an independent co-educational day school for pupils aged 7 to 18, situated in Solihull. Founded in 1560 as a boys' grammar school, it became an independent school in 1946 and has been fully co-educational since 2005. The school is owned by a charitable company, whose trustees serve as its governing body.
The school aims to inspire a genuine love of learning and a sense of well-being in every pupil, preparing young people for adult life as confident, thoughtful and caring individuals with a strong moral compass and a global outlook.
Pupils come from a diverse range of backgrounds, and the school works hard to support all learners. Provision is in place for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities, and the curriculum is adapted for those who show particular ability or special talents in areas such as art, music, sport and drama.
Frequently asked questions about Solihull School
How much are the fees at Solihull School?
Day fees at Solihull School are £22,368 per year.
Where is Solihull School located?
Solihull School is located in Solihull, Solihull, United Kingdom.
Fees Fees were correct at the time of recording. Please check the school's website for the latest information.
Day Fees (per year)
£22,368
Leadership
Executive Head
Mr Charles B Fillingham
Chair of Governors
Mr Mark Hopton
Ages & Pupils
7–18
Age range (years)
1,108
Total pupils
607
Senior pupils
315
Sixth form
Contact
Qualifications Offered
Admissions
Main Entry Points
Open Days
September and June
Scholarships & Bursaries
Scholarship Types
Exam Results
79%
GCSE Grades 9-7
59%
A-Level A*-A
85%
A-Level A*-B
Curriculum
Modern Foreign Languages
Popular A-Level Subjects
Popular GCSE Subjects
Sport
Mobile Phone Policy
Pupils can bring mobile phones in, though usage is not allowed between 8.40am and 4.10pm on campus unless directed otherwise by a member of staff (sixth form pupils can use mobile phones in the Cooper Building, though only for work-related reasons). Mobile phones must not be visible and be switched off unless directed/approved otherwise by staff. Any pupil using a mobile phone against the regulations will have it confiscated until the end of the day and an appropriate sanction issued.
Linked Schools
ISI Inspection
Excellent
Academic achievement
Last inspected 23 January 2024
Routine Inspection
Personal Development
ExcellentCompliance
MetSchool Profile
Student Demographics
0.13%
EHCP
15.22%
SEN Support
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Financial Health
Grade A · 65 / 100
Composite financial health score
Updated 8 May 2026
26.4 months of free reserves, 3-year average operating surplus of 4.4%, debt-to-income of 0.15.
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Sources: Companies House filed accounts (charity SORP).
Methodology: composite score weights free reserves (37.5%), 3-year operating surplus trend (31.25%), debt-to-income (18.75%), and cash liquidity (12.5%). Scores are percentile-relative within the top 100 UK independent schools cohort. Letter grade is the cohort quintile of the composite score (top 20% = A).
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