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Queen Elizabeth's Grammar School, Horncastle Catchment Area

Reviewed by the catchment.school editorial team · Last updated 15 March 2026

Queen Elizabeth's Grammar School, Horncastle is a academy converter secondary school in Horncastle, Lincolnshire , serving pupils aged 11–18, with 788 pupils, and a capacity of 920 places. Find catchment area guidance, admissions policy details and nearby secondary schools below.

11–18

Age range

788

Pupils

920

Capacity

86%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2024

Queen Elizabeth's Grammar School, Horncastle Catchment Area Information

Entry to Queen Elizabeth's Grammar School, Horncastle is selective — applicants must pass the relevant admissions test. Among qualifying applicants, Lincolnshire may use distance or catchment area as a tiebreaker when the school is oversubscribed. Check the admissions policy for how the selection and distance criteria interact.

The full admissions policy — including test registration dates, qualifying scores, and any distance criteria — is published by Lincolnshire before each admissions cycle. Verify your child's eligibility and your home address directly with the council.

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Queen Elizabeth's Grammar School, Horncastle — School Information

Full address
West Street, Horncastle, LN9 5AD
Local authority
Lincolnshire
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–18 years
Admissions policy
Selective
Free school meals
9.1% of pupils
DfE URN
138665

Other Secondary Schools in Horncastle

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Frequently Asked Questions — Queen Elizabeth's Grammar School, Horncastle

Is Queen Elizabeth's Grammar School, Horncastle oversubscribed?

Queen Elizabeth's Grammar School, Horncastle has a capacity of 920 places and currently has 788 pupils enrolled. For the most up-to-date data, check with Lincolnshire.

What is the admissions policy for Queen Elizabeth's Grammar School, Horncastle?

Queen Elizabeth's Grammar School, Horncastle is a selective school — admission requires passing the relevant admissions test. Lincolnshire publishes the full policy each year, including test dates, qualifying scores, and any distance tiebreaker.

What age range does Queen Elizabeth's Grammar School, Horncastle cover?

Queen Elizabeth's Grammar School, Horncastle is a secondary school in Horncastle, Lincolnshire, serving pupils aged 11–18. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Queen Elizabeth's Grammar School, Horncastle?

Queen Elizabeth's Grammar School, Horncastle was rated Good by Ofsted in 2024. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.