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Sutton Coldfield Grammar School for Girls, Sutton Coldfield

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Sutton Coldfield Grammar School for Girls details

Address:

Sutton Coldfield Grammar School for Girls
Jockey Road, Sutton Coldfield, West Midlands B73 5PT

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Exam data

Authority:

Birmingham

Type:

Community

Admissions:

Selective

Gender of entry:

Girls

Age range:

11-18

Number of students:

1,007

Gender of sixth form:

Girls

Last inspection:

September 2004. Read the full inspection report.

Official school profile:

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General information

Background: Founded as grammar school for girls in 1929; briefly became comprehensive in 1975 before reverting to selective school in 1980; within walking distance of Sutton Coldfield; also well-placed for bus and rail links, school takes pupils from Sutton Coldfield, Lichfield, Tamworth, Walsall, Bromsgrove and Redditch and whole of Birmingham. Proud of reputation for musical activities; pupils found in most Birmingham orchestras and ensembles; produces a biennial light opera, together with neighbouring school. Outdoor pursuits; national and international representatives. Excellent achievements in art competitions; strong tradition in sport, including netball, hockey, cross-country, orienteering, triathlon, tennis, rounders, athletics, rugby, football and swimming. Specialist science college status from September 2004. Over-subscribed, with 11 applications per place. Ethos: 'We aim for excellence in all we do.' .

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