Leicester Grammar School Trust
Leicester, Leicestershire · LE8 9FL
Leicester Grammar School Trust is a family of three independent co-educational day schools spanning ages 3–18, located in Great Glen, Leicestershire. The trust operates as an all-through institution with strong emphasis on academic rigour and pastoral care across junior, senior, and sixth-form provision. Recent accolades including 'Top independent school in Leicestershire' and recognition for Oxbridge success reflect a school committed to excellence within a supportive family ethos. As a relatively modern trust structure, it serves commuting families across the East Midlands seeking selective independent education.
- →All-through provision from age 3–18 eliminating transition disruption and ensuring consistent pastoral care
- →Strong academic outcomes including exceptional Oxbridge success and recent GCSE/A-level results
- →Breadth of co-curricular activity: music ensembles, competitive sport (nationals in swimming and table tennis), Model UN, and enrichment expeditions
- →Selective day-school model in suburban Leicestershire location with good transport links
Who thrives here
Academically ambitious pupils from commuting families in the East Midlands seeking a selective, supportive independent day school with strong pastoral systems and broad enrichment. Suits children who benefit from stable institutional relationships and aspire to Russell Group and Oxbridge universities.
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Contact & visit
London Road, Great Glen
Leicester, Leicestershire
LE8 9FL
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Frequently asked questions
What are the fees at Leicester Grammar School Trust?
Day fees at Leicester Grammar School Trust are approximately £14,400 per year (2024/25).
How do you get into Leicester Grammar School Trust?
Leicester Grammar School Trust admits pupils at 3+, 4+, 7+, 8+, 11+, 13+, 16+. Entry is assessed by Interview, Assessment. See the Admissions section above for open days and key dates.
What are Leicester Grammar School Trust's exam results?
At Leicester Grammar School Trust, 48.1% of A-levels were graded A*–B and 67.2% of GCSEs were grade 7/A or above. Full results are in the Results section above.
Is Leicester Grammar School Trust a boarding school?
Leicester Grammar School Trust is a day school in Leicester and does not offer boarding.
What is Leicester Grammar School Trust's latest inspection rating?
ISI rated Leicester Grammar School Trust “Excellent” (2019).
What parents say
Frequently praised
✓All-through education reducing transition stress and enabling consistent pastoral relationships
✓Strong academic outcomes and Oxbridge success signalling rigorous selective education
✓Breadth of co-curricular activity and enrichment trips enhancing student experience beyond classroom
✓Active community and house-based pastoral systems building belonging
Common concerns
!Not yet Ofsted-inspected, limiting independent external validation of provision
!Limited publicly available detail on SEND/pastoral support capacity, SLT experience, and bursary schemes
!Day-school only model may not suit families requiring boarding or flexible wraparound care