The Royal Grammar School Guildford is a prestigious independent day school offering education from age 3 to 18, combining a rich heritage with a modern, forward-thinking ethos promoting academic boldness and creativity.
Independent boys all-through school in Surrey for ages 3–18. Selective entry, C of E ethos.
We encourage a climate of openness and awareness based on mutual respect, fostering academic boldness and creativity with an insistence on how to think, not what to think.
RGS Guildford is consistently one of the top schools in the country at both A Level and GCSE, with strong academic culture supporting critical thinking and intellectual curiosity.
Co-education announced December 2025.
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| Year | Opens | Closes | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-27 | 1 Sept 2025 | 31 Mar 2026 | Closed |
Private tours and additional visits available by arrangement — contact admissions to arrange.
| Fri, 5 Jun 2026 | Prep Open Morning | Open Morning |
| Fri, 5 Jun 2026 | Prep Open Morning | Open Morning |
| Wed, 16 Sept 2026 | Sixth Form Information Evening | Sixth Form Evening |
“While some independent schools choose to sit SATs, they are not required to do so and the UK government does not collect or publish their results.”
Latest resultsThis is an independent school and therefore does not have Key Stage 2 SATs results. While some independent schools choose to sit SATs, they are not required to do so and the UK government does not collect or publish their results. Find out more. Teaching & learning 19 Average...
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Pupils are organised into houses for pastoral and competitive life.
One inspection report on file. Worth reading before booking a visit — covers safeguarding, leadership and overall standard.
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Independent boys all-through school in Surrey for ages 3–18. Selective entry, C of E ethos.
Admissions are selective — expect an entrance assessment at the relevant entry point. Plan tutoring or familiarisation early. See the admissions timeline above for confirmed dates.
Yes — see the Fees table further down the page. Add extras (uniform, trips, lunches, music tuition, registration fees) on top of the base figure before budgeting.
Some SEND provision is documented in our profile, but specific conditions supported aren't itemised. Contact admissions for details before applying.
10 upcoming open days or tours — see the admissions timeline. Booking is usually required.
email at rgs-office@rgsg.co.uk or phone on 01483 880600. Reference your child's age and intended entry year in the first message.
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