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Royal Grammar School Guildford

Boys
Christian Interdenominational
Pre-Nursery - Year 13 (Upper Sixth) (Ages 2-18)
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Royal Grammar School Guildford is an independent day school situated in Guildford, Surrey, England. Established in 1509, the school has a rich history, including an Old Building dating back to the 16th century and a chained library. It is currently a selective day school for boys, with a planned transition to co-education from September 2027. The school claims to focus on fostering academic boldness, curiosity, and creativity, emphasising "how to think, not what to think." While its main campus is urban, it utilises a 20-acre sports ground a few miles away. Its values include Inclusivity, Scholarship, Integrity, Respect, Courage, and Collaboration.

Selectivity:
Non-selective
Boarding:
Day Only
Values:
Inclusivity
Scholarship
Integrity
Respect
Courage
Collaboration

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Last updated on 11 February 2026 (not all data elements were necessarily updated on this date)

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Fees (Day Pupils)

Vs. National Average

-11.1%

Royal Grammar School Guildford's fees are 11.1% lower than the national average.

Vs. County Average

-9.0%

Royal Grammar School Guildford's fees are 9.0% lower than the county average.

Based on 69 schools in Surrey and 259 nationally.

Note: based on core termly fees including mandatory lunch and learning materials charges but excluding any discounts or other additional charges for extra-curriculars, registration, etc. Please check the schools' official websites for full fees and charges.

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Details

Demonym:Guildfordians
Founded:1509
Gender Mix:Boys only
School Size: Approx. 1,310 pupils
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Registered Charity No.:1177353
Registered Company No.:10874615
Qualifications/Certifications Offered:
A Level
GCSE
Extended Project Qualification (EPQ)
Sports Facilities:
Sports Hall
Playing Fields
Astroturf Pitch
Cricket Grounds
Gym (Strength & Conditioning)
Shooting Range
Climbing Wall
Swimming Pool (Indoor)
Table Tennis
Badminton Court
Squash Court
Tennis Court
Cross Country Course
Archery
Rugby Pitch
Football Pitch
Basketball Court
Fencing
Judo
Sailing facilities
Hockey Pitch
Multi Use Games Area (MUGA).
Other Facilities:
Library
Drama Studio
Theatre
Recital Hall
Recording Studio
Music Studio

Contact Information

Address

Royal Grammar School, High Street, Guildford, Surrey, GU1 3BB

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General Enquiries

01483 880 600

Admissions

01483 880 600