Lawrence Sheriff School
Rugby, CV21 3AG · Warwickshire · Grammar school
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3rd of 37 secondary schools in Warwickshire we can score, 38 in total — the rest without enough published data. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — 9.4/10 against 444 of them, against 9.7/10 nationally. So this is not simply a reflection of who attends. Both figures are results only, without the inspection grade. A lower figure here means a stronger comparison group, not a weaker school.
How this is worked out
| Measure | Percentile | Weight | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ofsted | 94 | 34% | 3.17 |
| Grade 5+ English & maths 2025/26 | 96.6 · 98 | 31% | 2.98 |
| Progress 8 2023/24 | 0.89 · 96 | 26% | 2.44 |
| Attainment 8 2025/26 | 75.7 · 98 | 10% | 1.00 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Lawrence Sheriff School overview
How it's doing
Lawrence Sheriff School was rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2022. In 2024/25, 96.0% of pupils achieved Grade 5 or above in English and maths. Attainment 8 was 75.1, compared to the national median of 44.6. Progress 8 was +0.89 in 2023/24, indicating better progress than pupils nationally who started from the same place. Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so they are not simply a reflection of who attends (9.4 out of 10 against similar schools, 9.7 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join the Chess Club and study GCSE Music.
Getting in
The published school roll is 1,200 pupils against a stated capacity of 900. These whole-school figures do not establish entry-year vacancies or the likelihood of an offer. Confirm entry-year availability and admissions criteria with the school or local authority.
Worth asking on a visit
What support is available for pupils aiming for high grades in GCSE Music? How does the school maintain its Outstanding standards with a pupil body significantly larger than its designated capacity?
What Ofsted said about Lawrence Sheriff School
Overview
The report describes the school as a “truly special place” where “pupils flourish” and develop into “curious, reflective and resilient young people.” Leaders have established a culture of mutual respect and high ambition, resulting in “exemplary” behaviour and a strong sense of community pride among staff, pupils, and parents.
Strengths
- The curriculum is “comprehensive and thought-provoking,” with leaders carefully sequencing knowledge so that new learning “build[s] upon what they already know.”
- Teachers use assessment “skilfully” to check understanding and “rapidly adjust their teaching to fill any gaps,” ensuring pupils make strong progress.
- Support for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) is expert, with staff adapting teaching to ensure all pupils can access work.
- Personal development is impressive, with sixth-form students mentoring younger pupils and pupils leading fundraising for communities in need.
- A wide range of enrichment activities, such as debating, robotics, and sports clubs, supports pupils’ passions and social responsibility.
Areas to improve
- The report identifies no significant areas for improvement.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with staff trained to recognise risks and leaders making timely referrals to social services while working closely with local agencies.
Results over time
Attainment 8, the years we hold.
| Year | Attainment 8 |
|---|---|
| 2023/24 | 77.1 |
| 2024/25 | 75.1 |
| 2025/26 | 75.7 |
| England | 44.9 |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 3,682 state schools in England we hold a 2025/26 figure for — a school-level median, not the DfE's pupil-weighted national figure.
Your offer chance
—Based on official applications/offers, distance and catchment where we have it. Bands only — never a percentage.
Sibling, faith, looked-after and other criteria can override distance. Always confirm with the school or local authority.
Next dates
- Secondary application deadline31 Oct 2026
- Secondary National Offer Day1 Mar 2027
- Secondary application deadline31 Oct 2027
- Secondary National Offer Day1 Mar 2028
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