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South Wilts Grammar School Catchment Area

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

South Wilts Grammar School is a academy converter secondary school in Salisbury, Wiltshire , serving pupils aged 11–18, with 1185 pupils, and a capacity of 1022 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

11–18

Age range

1,185

Pupils

1,022

Capacity

116%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2019

South Wilts Grammar School Catchment Area Information

Entry to South Wilts Grammar School is selective — applicants must pass the relevant admissions test. Among qualifying applicants, Wiltshire 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.

Currently oversubscribed: 1185 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1022 places. Living within the catchment area is especially important for this school.

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

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South Wilts Grammar School — School Information

Full address
Stratford Road, Salisbury, SP1 3JJ
Local authority
Wiltshire
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–18 years
Gender
Girls
Admissions policy
Selective
Free school meals
2% of pupils
DfE URN
136391

Other Secondary Schools in Salisbury

If South Wilts Grammar School is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Salisbury are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — South Wilts Grammar School

Is South Wilts Grammar School oversubscribed?

Yes — South Wilts Grammar School currently has 1185 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1022 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for South Wilts Grammar School?

South Wilts Grammar School is a selective school — admission requires passing the relevant admissions test. Wiltshire publishes the full policy each year, including test dates, qualifying scores, and any distance tiebreaker.

What age range does South Wilts Grammar School cover?

South Wilts Grammar School is a secondary school in Salisbury, Wiltshire, 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 South Wilts Grammar School?

South Wilts Grammar School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2019. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.