Queen Elizabeth's Grammar School, Horncastle
Horncastle, Lincolnshire · LN9 5AD
Queen Elizabeth's Grammar School is a long-established selective coeducational day grammar in rural Lincolnshire, serving a wide catchment across the East Midlands. The school balances rigorous academics with a strong pastoral tradition, maintaining the character of a traditional grammar while evolving to serve contemporary educational needs. As an 11–18 institution with around 817 pupils, it draws on both local and regional families seeking a structured, academically ambitious education outside the independent sector.
- →Selective entry and proven academic results in a grammar school setting without independent fees
- →Strong pastoral care and house system in a manageable, rural community
- →Established reputation for breadth across sciences, humanities, and creative subjects
Who thrives here
Academically confident pupils who thrive in a traditional selective environment and value pastoral structure. Families in the East Midlands seeking rigorous state grammar education with a strong ethos.
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Contact & visit
West Street
Horncastle, Lincolnshire
LN9 5AD
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Frequently asked questions
How much does Queen Elizabeth's Grammar School, Horncastle cost?
Queen Elizabeth's Grammar School, Horncastle 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's Grammar School, Horncastle?
Queen Elizabeth's Grammar School, Horncastle 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's Grammar School, Horncastle's exam results?
At Queen Elizabeth's Grammar School, Horncastle, 33.3% of A-levels were graded A*–B and 47.4% of GCSEs were grade 7/A or above. Full results are in the Results section above.
Is Queen Elizabeth's Grammar School, Horncastle a boarding school?
Queen Elizabeth's Grammar School, Horncastle is a day school in Horncastle and does not offer boarding.
What is Queen Elizabeth's Grammar School, Horncastle's latest inspection rating?
Ofsted rated Queen Elizabeth's Grammar School, Horncastle “Good” (2024).
What parents say
Frequently praised
✓Strong academic outcomes with selective intake
✓Cohesive pastoral care and house system
✓Traditional grammar school values and discipline
Common concerns
!Rural location limits some extracurricular diversity and university partnership opportunities