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- 21/08/25
GCSE Class of 2025 celebrates success
Year 11 Pupils at Leicester Grammar School (LGS) achieved a fantastic set of GCSE results this summer, with 74% of all GCSEs awarded the top grades of 9-7 (A*-A). 56% were awarded grade 8 or above, and 31% grade 9. The LGS GCSE class of 2025 contains a host of talented actors, musicia...Read Full Story - 14/08/25
Cause for jubilation as LGS students celebrate their A level results!
Our A level students have again achieved outstanding results, with the second-highest performance on record by all measures (outside the 2020-22 pandemic years): A* grades 29%; A*/A grades 60%; and A*-B grades 86%. They leave us very well equipped to embark on exciting adventures, whether via uni...Read Full Story - 26/06/25
Celebrating School Diversity Week with powerful lessons on inclusion
In HMC's latest blog, George Johnson, one of our Teacher of Classics, takes us on a journey through the ancient world, revealing how queer stories have been a part of our shared history for centuries. From the love between Achilles and Patroclus in the Iliad to the Emperor Hadrian’s tribut...Read Full Story - 26/06/25
Year 12 rise to the challenge
On Tuesday, our Year 12 students embraced their entrepreneurial spirit in a fantastic ‘Dragons’ Den’-style Business Challenge, delivered in partnership with NatWest Bank and LEBC as part of their Careers and Work-Related Learning programme.Read Full Story - 24/06/25
Health & wellbeing take centre stage for National Sports Week 2025
Last week, Leicester Grammar School celebrated National Sports Week 2025—but with a twist. Building on the success of last year, the PE department took a fresh approach by placing a strong emphasis on Health & Wellbeing, encouraging engagement and participation over competition. Rather...Read Full Story - 14/05/25
Grace crowned Lord-Lieutenant’s Young Person of the Year 2025
We are proud to share the news that one of our own Year 12 students, Deputy Head of School, Grace, has been named Lord-Lieutenant’s Young Person of the Year 2025 – the top honour at this year’s prestigious awards ceremony hosted at County Hall. Grace was initially recognise...Read Full Story - 13/05/25
2025–2026 Prefect Team Announced
We are delighted to announce the newly appointed Prefect Team for the upcoming academic year. Prefects play a vital role in school life, working in teams to support break and lunchtime duties, and assisting during formal events. Their appointment reflects years of outstanding contribution to the...Read Full Story - 19/03/25
Regional Final of the UKMT Team Maths Challenge 2025
Yesterday, our Maths Department had the pleasure of hosting the Regional Final of the UK Mathematics Trust Team Maths Challenge 2025.Read Full Story - 10/03/25
Table tennis national success
A huge well done to our Year 9 pupil, Catherine, and her doubles partner, Evie, for their incredible victory at the Table Tennis Mark Bates Ltd Cadet & Under-17 National Championships!Read Full Story - 25/02/25
Year 8 Ski Trip to Claviere, Italy
Some of our lucky Year 8 pupils had an unforgettable adventure over half-term, enjoying a fantastic ski trip to Claviere, Italy! Nestled in the heart of the extensive Milky Way ski area, Claviere offers the perfect mix of snow-sure slopes and warm Italian hospitality.Read Full Story - 24/02/25
GCSE Historians explore Berlin
During last week's half-term break, some of our GCSE History students embarked on an enriching residential trip to Berlin, immersing themselves in the rich history of Germany’s capital. This unforgettable experience allowed them to explore key historical landmarks and museums that directly...Read Full Story - 10/02/25
Children's Mental Health Week 2025
Once again, we partnered with Place2Be to support Children’s Mental Health Week, embracing this year’s theme: Know Yourself, Grow Yourself. The key message focused on the importance of understanding and expressing emotions while learning how to nurture a positive mindset. Disney...Read Full Story