Is Queen Elizabeth's Grammar School a good school?

Ofsted rated the school Good at its last graded inspection on 25 September 2019. On the FindGreatSchools composite score it is graded D, 7th of 12 secondary schools in Blackburn with Darwen. The profile sets out the figures behind both.

What are Queen Elizabeth's Grammar School's GCSE results?

In the 2026 GCSEs, pupils at Queen Elizabeth's Grammar School averaged an Attainment 8 score of 44.3 (England: 46.2). 34.8% of pupils achieved grade 5 or above in English and maths.

What are Queen Elizabeth's Grammar School's SATs results?

In the 2023 Key Stage 2 tests (SATs), 70% of pupils at Queen Elizabeth's Grammar School met the expected standard in reading, writing and maths (England: 60%).

How do I apply for a place at Queen Elizabeth's Grammar School?

Applications for Year 7 places at Queen Elizabeth's Grammar School starting in September 2027 close on 31 October 2026. You apply through the council where you live, even for a school in another area, and offers are made on National Offer Day, 1 March 2027 (or the next working day).

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Queen Elizabeth's Grammar School

West Park Road, Blackburn, BB2 6DF

Local ranking7th of 12 secondary schools in Blackburn with Darwen

Ofsted: GoodUpdated

Secondary

Phase

1000

Capacity

11-19

Age range

Mixed

Gender

Latest data: 2026 GCSEs · 2025 A-levels · 2023 SATs · Ofsted inspection 25 September 2019. Figures last updated 15 October 2026.

Year:

GCSE Results

2025-26

Average Attainment 8: 44.3 nat46.2
Grade 5+ Eng & Maths: 34.8% nat46.3%
Grade 4+ Eng & Maths: 57.8% nat64.8%
Cohort Size: 135

Destinations

After GCSE 2024-25

Sustained education/employment: 89.0%
Continued in education: 85.0%
Apprenticeships: 2.0%
Employment: 2.0%
Not sustained: 9.0%

After A-Levels 2024-25

Sustained education/employment: 92.0%
Higher education: 71.0%
Apprenticeships: 8.0%
Employment: 8.0%
Not sustained: 6.0%

A-Level Results

2024-25

*Data not available for 2025-26 — showing latest available results

Avg A-Level Grade

29.5

Avg Points/Entry

nat 35.0

28.2

Best 3 A-Levels

nat 35.8

A-Level Students

AAB+ with Facilitating: 12.7% nat17.5%
16-18 Cohort: 157

Pupil Demographics

2024-25

Total Pupils: 875
Boys: 466 (53%)
Girls: 407 (47%)
Capacity: 1000 (87% full)
SEND: 13.6%
FSM Eligible: 20.8%
EAL: 15.5%
SEN with EHC Plan: 1.3%
SEN Support: 12.3%
Pupil:Teacher Ratio: 14.4:1
Teachers (FTE): 60.9
Budget per Pupil: £8,773/yr

Attendance & Absence

2024-25

*Data not available for 2025-26 — showing latest available results

Overall Absence Rate: 8.0% nat6.2%
Persistent Absence: 26.6% nat15.8%

Persistent absence: pupils missing 10%+ of sessions.

School Information

Type: Free schools
Phase: Secondary
Nursery: No Nursery Classes
Sixth Form: Has a sixth form
Boarders: No boarders
Admissions: Non-selective

Pupil Ethnicity

2024-25

Asian Pakistani: 51.1%
Asian Indian: 16.3%
White British: 11.6%
Mixed Other: 8.8%
Asian Other: 4.3%
Other: 3.5%
Black Other: 2.2%
White Other: 1.0%

51.1%

Asian Pakistani

16.3%

Asian Indian

11.6%

White British

Historical Trends

GCSE Performance

KS2 Performance

Pupil Demographics

Attendance & Absence

Contact & Location

01254686300

info@qegsblackburn.com

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West Park Road

Blackburn, North West

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Administrative

URN: 141165
UKPRN: 10046858
Establishment No.: 6001
Trust: QEGS BLACKBURN ACADEMY TRUST

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