Upton Hall School FCJ
Wirral, Merseyside · CH49 6LJ
Upton Hall School FCJ is a Catholic girls' grammar school in the Wirral with over 150 years of history, founded on the vision of providing equal educational opportunities for girls and instilling moral purpose. The school combines strong academic traditions with a distinctive Catholic ethos centred on personal development and service to others, reflected in its motto 'Age Quod Agis' ('Whatever you do, do well'). As an all-through girls' grammar, it serves approximately 1,009 pupils from age 11 through to sixth form, maintaining selective entry standards.
- →Strong selective grammar education rooted in 150+ year Catholic tradition
- →All-girls environment with emphasis on confidence-building and female achievement
- →Established Catholic ethos and chaplaincy provision alongside rigorous academics
- →Comprehensive pastoral care structured through house system
Who thrives here
Academically able girls seeking a selective, Catholic-centred education in a girls-only environment; families valuing moral and spiritual development alongside academic excellence; pupils who thrive in structured, values-driven school communities.
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Wirral, Merseyside
CH49 6LJ
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Frequently asked questions
How much does Upton Hall School FCJ cost?
Upton Hall School FCJ 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 Upton Hall School FCJ?
Upton Hall School FCJ 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 Upton Hall School FCJ's exam results?
At Upton Hall School FCJ, 17.4% of A-levels were graded A*–B and 44.1% of GCSEs were grade 7/A or above. Full results are in the Results section above.
Is Upton Hall School FCJ a boarding school?
Upton Hall School FCJ is a day school in Wirral and does not offer boarding.
What is Upton Hall School FCJ's latest inspection rating?
Ofsted rated Upton Hall School FCJ “Outstanding” (2022).
What parents say
Frequently praised
✓Strong Catholic ethos and chaplaincy support valued by families seeking faith-centred education
✓Selective grammar standards maintain rigorous academics with emphasis on achievement
✓All-girls environment fosters confidence and female leadership development
✓Well-established pastoral care and house system provide strong community feel
Common concerns
!Not yet Ofsted inspected; limited third-party inspection data to verify current standards
!Limited transparency on SEND provision and accessibility for pupils with additional needs
!Fees not publicly listed; limited financial information publicly available