The School, which has been making a rich contribution to the life of Hull for over six centuries, became independent in 1988. It is a selective entry co-educational School providing education from School beginners to university entrance. Most pupils join either at 4+, 8+, 11+ or 16+. There is a nursery school on site for 2-4 year olds.
The School stands in its own grounds close to both Hull and Humberside Universities. Pupils travel from all parts of the region which are served by special school buses. The main building houses a fine assembly hall, classrooms, a spacious library, five fully equipped science laboratories, a sports hall and a computer centre. There are specialist facilities for Careers, Music, Art, CDT and Home Economics. A sixth form centre on the main campus provides a common room and study room. Special provision is made for English as a Foreign Language and for dyslexia.
The School offers a traditional academic curriculum throughout the whole age range with due attention to the demands of the National Curriculum. We aim to achieve the highest academic standards possible for all our pupils and we provide the right atmosphere to encourage their efforts. Classes are small and the staff highly qualified and experienced. The school places a high value on pastoral care and we work closely with parents to ensure that our pupils are happy, settled and working to their potential. High standards are encouraged in manners, dress and self-discipline; pupils are treated with courtesy and courtesy is expected in return.
The School offers a wide variety of extra-curricular activities. Of particular note are the annual theatrical productions in each of the primary and senior schools; standards in sport are high and results in inter-school competitions, often against much larger establishments, are first class. Domestic and overseas visits on field trips, skiing holidays and cultural exchanges are an integral part of school life.
Visitors to the school are always welcome although, in order to ensure our hospitality is first class, a 'phone call to the school office beforehand is appreciated.
Alumni - There is a flourishing Hull Old Grammarians Association providing opportunities to play association football, rugby, golf and cricket which holds its annual dinner in the school each September. Details of membership are available from Mr P Kenyon-Brodie, 73 Summergangs Road, Kingston upon Hull HU8 8JX (email - Peterb@aol.com).
