Queen Elizabeth Grammar School Penrith
Penrith, Cumbria · CA11 7EG
Queen Elizabeth Grammar School Penrith is a selective state grammar school serving the Eden Valley and wider Cumbria. As a day-only establishment with over 1,000 pupils, it draws its intake from a broad geographical catchment spanning North Cumbria and the Scottish Borders. The school maintains the selective tradition and academic rigour expected of a grammar institution while operating within the state sector, providing high-quality education without fees.
- →Selective grammar education without independent school fees
- →Strong academic reputation in North Cumbria with broad geographical catchment
- →Large school community offering extensive co-curricular provision
Who thrives here
Academically capable pupils from the region who have passed 11+ selection and thrive in a selective, structured environment. Those seeking rigorous traditional grammar education at state school cost.
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Contact & visit
Ullswater Road
Penrith, Cumbria
CA11 7EG
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Frequently asked questions
How much does Queen Elizabeth Grammar School Penrith cost?
Queen Elizabeth Grammar School Penrith is a state grammar school, so there are no tuition fees — places are free and allocated by the 11-plus exam and the school’s admissions criteria.
How do you get into Queen Elizabeth Grammar School Penrith?
Queen Elizabeth Grammar School Penrith admits pupils at 11+, 13+, 16+. Entry is assessed by 11+ Selective Examination. See the Admissions section above for open days and key dates.
What are Queen Elizabeth Grammar School Penrith's exam results?
At Queen Elizabeth Grammar School Penrith, 22.3% of A-levels were graded A*–B and 45% of GCSEs were grade 7/A or above. Full results are in the Results section above.
Is Queen Elizabeth Grammar School Penrith a boarding school?
Queen Elizabeth Grammar School Penrith is a day school in Penrith and does not offer boarding.
What is Queen Elizabeth Grammar School Penrith's latest inspection rating?
Ofsted rated Queen Elizabeth Grammar School Penrith “Good” (2023).
What parents say
Frequently praised
✓Strong academic outcomes for a state grammar school
✓Traditional grammar school discipline and structure
✓Inclusive community feel despite large pupil population
Common concerns
!Large school size can mean less individual attention for borderline or struggling pupils