Rugby High School
Rugby, Warwickshire · CV22 7RE
Rugby High School is a day-only girls' grammar school in Warwickshire serving 935 pupils across ages 11–18. Established as a selective entry school, it offers a broad, academic curriculum with strong co-curricular provision including music, sport, and outdoor education. The school emphasises inclusive leadership development and pastoral care within a house system, positioning itself as a forward-thinking grammar school balancing rigour with wellbeing.
- →Selective grammar entry ensuring academically-motivated peer group
- →Broad curriculum including humanities, sciences, and creative subjects with dedicated specialist staff
- →Strong sixth-form pathway with explicit focus on higher education and apprenticeship guidance
Who thrives here
Capable, curious girls who thrive in a structured, academically rigorous environment and value both classroom learning and co-curricular engagement. Pupils who appreciate a girls-only setting and benefit from clear pastoral frameworks.
Strengths at a glance
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At a glance
Contact & visit
Longrood Road
Rugby, Warwickshire
CV22 7RE
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Frequently asked questions
How much does Rugby High School cost?
Rugby High School 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 Rugby High School?
Rugby High School 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 Rugby High School's exam results?
At Rugby High School, 27% of A-levels were graded A*–B and 66.3% of GCSEs were grade 7/A or above. Full results are in the Results section above.
Is Rugby High School a boarding school?
Rugby High School is a day school in Rugby and does not offer boarding.
What is Rugby High School's latest inspection rating?
Ofsted rated Rugby High School “Good” (2022).
What parents say
Frequently praised
✓Strong academic outcomes and grammar-school selectivity
✓Inclusive pastoral care with explicit safeguarding and wellbeing frameworks
✓Broad co-curricular offer with Duke of Edinburgh and music partnership
✓Clear sixth-form pathway with higher education and careers guidance
Common concerns
!Not yet Ofsted-inspected; limited external quality assurance on teaching and outcomes