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Lawrence Sheriff School

State school · Rugby, CV21 3AG
  • Secondary
  • Boys
  • Ages 11-18
  • 1,201 pupils
Academically selective state school
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Aspirational, yes, but not just a league-table topper. Notably holistic for a grammar, and with a big heart. Even the single-minded scholar is likely to emerge with far more than a fistful of top grades.

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Overview & data

Pupil numbers
1,201 ·
Sixth form numbers
450 ·
Religion
None
Local authority
Warwickshire Council

Headteacher

Head

Mrs Teresa Mpofu

Since 2022, Teresa Mpofu, who joined the school in 2013 as assistant, then deputy, head. Before that, head of biology at King Edward VI Camp Hill School for Boys. Studied medical microbiology at Leeds, her PGCE at York. Started teaching career at


Entrance

Academically selective, with entrance via the 11-plus. Over three applications for each of the 150 year 7 places. After the usual priorities of EHCPs and looked-after children, 30 places are secured for those on pupil premium (who need 20 points b

Admissions policy
Academically selective state school
Open days
Sixth form open evening: October; Main school open evening: June

Entry and exit data - year 7 entry (average 2020-2022)

Other 68 %
Where the number of students is less than 10, we cannot say where they've come from or where they are going to due to data protection rules.
Unknown 7 %
Where the school a student attended before or after this school is not known. These might be students who have come from or going to home schooling, independent schools, moving abroad etc.
Bilton CofE Junior School 5 %
Paddox Primary School 4 %
Dunchurch Boughton Church of England Junior Academy 4 %
Clifton-upon-Dunsmore CofE Primary School 3 %
St Marie's Catholic Primary School 3 %
St Gabriel's CofE Academy 2 %
Boughton Leigh Junior School 2 %
Data highlight

Exit

Not many leave after GCSEs – usually 10 students max. Between 85 and 90 per cent of sixth formers to university, half to Russell Group. Nottingham, Leeds, Sheffield, Birmingham and Manchester feature heavily. Three to Oxbridge in 2024 and 23 medic

% students progressing to higher education or training (2021 leavers)

School
91%
LA avg.
65%
Eng. avg.
66%
Data highlight

What is this?

The proportion of 16-18 students that progressed to degrees, higher apprenticeships or other study at level 4 or above for at least 6 consecutive months in the 2 years after taking advanced level qualifications (level 3) at this school or college.


Latest results

In 2024, 74 per cent 9-7 at GCSE; 47 per cent A*/A at A level (73 per cent A*-B).

% of pupils achieving grade 5 or above (A* to C) in English and maths GCSE (2024)

School
99%
LA avg.
67%
Eng. avg.
60%
Data highlight

What is this?

This tells you the percentage of pupils who achieved grade 5 or above in English and maths GCSEs.

% of pupils achieving AAB or higher, including at least 2 facilitating subjects (2024)

School
34%
LA avg.
24%
Eng. avg.
20%
Data highlight

What is this?

Facilitating A levels are ones that are commonly needed for entry to leading universities. They are: biology, chemistry, physics, mathematics, further mathematics, geography, history, English literature and classical or modern languages. The % of pupils achieving AAB or higher may therefore decrease if many pupils have opted not to take two or more of the facilitating subjects mentioned.


Teaching & learning

Selects clever boys (and girls in sixth form) who find kindred spirits and relish the academic challenges thrown at them. No shortage of raised hands and erudite responses in lessons we dropped in on – and no slouching at the back of the class. ‘W

Qualifications taken in 2024
  • A level
  • BTEC
  • EPQ
  • GCSE
  • VRQ
63
Number of teachers
18:1
Pupil to teacher ratio
24
Average class sizes (up to GCSE)

Learning support & SEN

Under one per cent on the SEN register but a further 96 students receive additional support, primarily in the classroom. Five EHCPs. Autism and ADHD most prevalent – both celebrated as part of the inclusive culture, say parents. ‘He’s really brigh

0 %
Students with a SEN EHCP
1 %
Students with SEN support

Arts & extracurricular

In a deliberate attempt to avoid hothousing – as well as recognising that some students travel too far to stay for after-school clubs – the school timetables twice-weekly enrichment classes. ‘It gives them a space to find other talents and they ge


Sport

The birthplace of rugby so, no, you can’t escape it. On the up again after a dip in fixtures, we heard, though not fast enough for some of the older students’ liking. No problem if your son arrives at the school clueless, say parents: ‘My son had


Ethos & heritage

School’s namesake, Lawrence Sheriff, was a Tudor merchant and local benefactor who left money to educate the boys of Rugby and surrounding areas. Rugby School, established in 1567, became one of the most successful schools in the country but its g


Pastoral care, inclusivity & discipline

‘When we were first considering the school, people said, “Watch out, the pastoral care is awful!”’ said a parent. ‘But it’s amazing, I couldn’t fault it.’ Students say everything is built on relationships. ‘Even if a teacher doesn’t teach you, the


Mobile phone policy

A clear mobile phone policy is a really important part of modern schooling. This school has provided us with their policy.

Mobile phone policy

Provided by the school and not part of our review

Mobile phones must not be used by students in Years 7-11 during the school day, unless the student is under the direct supervision of a member of staff for a specific activity or the student is in the Sixth Form Centre common room only.

Updated Oct 2024

Pupils & parents

Boys we met were charm itself. Even the shy ones pushed themselves to look us in the eye and initiate conversation. Curious too – one diligent lad had Googled our names the night before. ‘LSS boys are communicative, engaging and forthright – not y

1,201
Number of pupils

Money matters

School is conscious of money as a potential barrier to entry and makes considerable efforts with costs of uniform, school trips, music lessons etc to disadvantaged families.


The last word

Aspirational, yes, but not just a league-table topper. Notably holistic for a grammar, and with a big heart. Even the single-minded scholar is likely to emerge with far more than a fistful of top grades.


Inspection reports

Ofsted reports

From September 2024, Ofsted no longer makes an overall effectiveness judgement in inspections of state-funded schools.

Full inspection: Outstanding

You can read full reports on the Ofsted website

Personal development Outstanding
Quality of education Outstanding
Behaviour and attitudes Outstanding
Leadership and management Outstanding
Sixth form provision Outstanding

What the school says

An 11+ state grammar school with a strong sense of community and a focus upon the importance of enrichment and a broad curriculum. The development of the whole person matters as much as examination results.

Contact the school

Address

Clifton Road
Rugby
Warwickshire
CV21 3AG
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School data & information Lawrence Sheriff School Clifton Road, Rugby, Warwickshire, CV21 3AG
1,201 Pupil numbers
450 Sixth form numbers
7 % % of pupils eligible for free school meals
36 % Pupils whose first language is not English
24 Average class sizes (up to GCSE)
18:1 Pupil to teacher ratio
63 Number of teachers
3 Number of teaching assistants

Mobile phone policy

Provided by the school and not part of our review

Mobile phones must not be used by students in Years 7-11 during the school day, unless the student is under the direct supervision of a member of staff for a specific activity or the student is in the Sixth Form Centre common room only.

Updated Oct 2024
Our review contains additional results data reported to us by Lawrence Sheriff School and is updated annually. See the review

% achieving grade 5 or above (A* to C) in English and maths GCSE (2024)

School
99%
LA avg.
67%
Eng. avg.
60%

What is this?

This tells you the percentage of pupils who achieved grade 5 or above in English and maths GCSEs.

Average overall GCSE score (attainment 8) (2024)

School
77.10
LA avg.
47.50
Eng. avg.
44.20

What is this?

Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications, which include English, maths, 3 English Baccalaureate qualifications including sciences, computer science, history, geography and languages, and 3 other additional approved qualifications.

Improvement rates in core subjects (progress 8) (2024)

0.89 Score Well above average
≈ 16% of schools in England

What is a progress score?

This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4, compared to pupils across England who got similar results at the end of key stage 2. This is based on results in up to 8 qualifications, which include English, maths, 3 English Baccalaureate qualifications including sciences, computer science, history, geography and languages, and 3 other additional approved qualifications.

Subjects entered at GCSE level (2024)

Pupils attending this school entered exams in these subjects. The list only includes qualifications approved for inclusion in the performance measures. The subjects and qualifications on offer at this school may change year on year. For a full list of subjects and qualifications on offer at this school, visit the school or college website or contact the school directly. Find out more

Subject Qualification Entries Avg. grade
Statistics GCSE (9-1) Full Course 32 9
Spanish GCSE (9-1) Full Course 12 6
Religious Studies GCSE (9-1) Full Course 118 7
Physics GCSE (9-1) Full Course 120 8
Music GCSE (9-1) Full Course 12 7
Mathematics GCSE (9-1) Full Course 120 8
History GCSE (9-1) Full Course 73 8
German GCSE (9-1) Full Course 47 6
Geography GCSE (9-1) Full Course 92 8
French GCSE (9-1) Full Course 62 6
English Literature GCSE (9-1) Full Course 120 8
English Language GCSE (9-1) Full Course 120 7
Computer Studies/Computing GCSE (9-1) Full Course 64 7
Chemistry GCSE (9-1) Full Course 119 8
Biology GCSE (9-1) Full Course 120 8

% of pupils achieving AAB or higher, including at least 2 facilitating subjects (2024)

School
34%
LA avg.
24%
Eng. avg.
20%

What is this?

Facilitating A levels are ones that are commonly needed for entry to leading universities. They are: biology, chemistry, physics, mathematics, further mathematics, geography, history, English literature and classical or modern languages. The % of pupils achieving AAB or higher may therefore decrease if many pupils have opted not to take two or more of the facilitating subjects mentioned.

Average points score (2024)

School
41.17
LA avg.
35.58
Eng. avg.
35.69

What is this?

These figures tell you the average grade and average points that pupils achieved in their academic qualifications. A maximum of 60 points are available for a grade A* at A level.

Subjects entered at 16 to 18 (2024)

Pupils attending this school entered exams in these subjects. The list only includes qualifications approved for inclusion in the performance measures. The subjects and qualifications on offer at this school may change year on year. For a full list of subjects and qualifications on offer at this school, visit the school or college website or contact the school directly. Find out more

Subject Qualification Entries Avg. grade
Religious Studies GCE A level 16 B
Psychology GCE A level 30 B
Physics GCE A level 48 B
Physical Education / Sports Studies GCE A level 10 A
Mathematics (Further) GCE A level 14 A*
Mathematics GCE A level 97 A
History GCE A level 33 A
Government and Politics GCE A level 13 B
Geography GCE A level 21 A
French GCE A level 8 A
English Literature GCE A level 13 B
English Language GCE A level 15 B
Economics GCE A level 53 A
Computer Studies / Computing GCE A level 24 A
Chemistry GCE A level 62 B
Business Studies:Single GCE A level 20 A
Biology GCE A level 61 B

Entry and exit data

Here we report figures on pupils moving between schools at the usual entry and exit points, as well as student destinations into higher education. We publish publically available data for state schools. For independent schools, The Good Schools Guide collects data from its prep schools as to where their pupils go on to. Find out more

Our review contains additional entry and exit data reported to us and is updated annually. See the review

Year 7 entry (average 2020-2022)

Year 12 entry (average 2020-2022)

Year 11 exit (average 2020-2022)

Year 13 exit

SEN overview

Lawrence Sheriff School is a mainstream school. The school may provide support for students with special educational needs as detailed below. If you require more information on conditions the school can support, we encourage you to contact the school directly.

0 %
Students with a SEN EHCP UK mainstream school avg. 2%
1 %
Students with SEN support UK mainstream school avg. 12%

SEN conditons supported

No information available from the school. Find out more.

Ofsted reports

From September 2024, Ofsted no longer makes an overall effectiveness judgement in inspections of state-funded schools.

Full inspection: Outstanding

You can read full reports on the Ofsted website

Personal development Outstanding
Quality of education Outstanding
Behaviour and attitudes Outstanding
Leadership and management Outstanding
Sixth form provision Outstanding
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