Senior School News
A list of Senior School news stories from the start of the 2021-2022 academic year to the present day.
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Good Schools Guide: SGS “worth its weight in educational gold”
We are thrilled that the Good Schools Guide has assessed that Stockport Grammar School is “worth its weight in educational gold” in its most recent report.
Wednesday 22nd January 2025
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Fifth Years expand contextual understanding during trip to Poland
40 Fifth Year Religious Studies and History pupils visited the Polish city of Krakow to expand their contextual understanding of topics covered in school.
Thursday 16th January 2025
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Second Year ski trip a stunning success
Early on a Sunday morning in December, 67 excited Second Year pupils embarked on a journey to Sestriere, Italy, for the much-anticipated school ski trip.
Monday 13th January 2025
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Latest A Level and GCSE Art catalogue launched
The Art department are delighted to share the 2024 A Level and GCSE catalogue!
Monday 13th January 2025
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Ski trip: A lifetime experience for Third Year pupils
This year’s ski trip for Third Year pupils was nothing short of spectacular! With excellent snow conditions, beautiful scenery, and unforgettable experiences on and off the slopes, it was truly a trip to remember.
Friday 10th January 2025
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Faith visits inspire Lower School pupils
Religion, Philosophy and Ethics pupils learnt about different religions on visits to local places of worship.
Tuesday 7th January 2025
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Capacity congregations enjoy captivating Carol Services
The awe-inspiring St George’s Church welcomed the SGS community for the annual Senior School and Junior School Carol Services.
Thursday 19th December 2024
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Concert embraces Christmas season
Sleigh bells rang out in the Dining Hall as the festive season was embraced at the Christmas Concert.
Friday 13th December 2024
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London trip enhances creative skills of Sixth Form artists
Sixth Form students spent a day visiting London’s museums and art galleries as part of their A Level Art and Design course.
Friday 6th December 2024
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SGS marks fantastic Duke of Edinburgh’s Award year
The 17th annual Duke of Edinburgh’s (DofE) Award Presentation Evening celebrated the hard work and determination of the pupils who took part at Bronze, Silver and Gold levels over the past academic year.
Wednesday 27th November 2024
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Grace celebrates Albert Johnston Travel Award success
Sixth Form student Grace Lorimer is looking forward to her trip to Spain after being chosen as the winner of this year’s Albert Johnston Travel Award.
Tuesday 26th November 2024
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Educational and moving Battlefields trip grips Third Years
During the autumn half term, Third Year pupils made the annual trip to the battlefields of France and Belgium where they learnt more about the importance of remembrance.
Monday 25th November 2024
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Ensembles warm hearts at amazing Autumn Concert
The snow may have been falling outside, but inside SGS our musicians were creating a warm, cozy evening as they surrounded the audience with fabulous sounds at the Autumn Concert.
Friday 22nd November 2024
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Taking Stock Issue 86 now available
The Autumn 2024 edition of the school’s termly magazine, Taking Stock, is now available to download and read from the Magazines and Publications section of the school website.
Thursday 7th November 2024
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High turnout for School Council Year Reps election
We are pleased to announce that the Year Representatives for the School Council have been elected!
Wednesday 6th November 2024
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Climbers hit great heights on trip to Spain
A group of adventurous climbers took in stunning views during their week-long trip to Spain.
Monday 4th November 2024
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Activities help First Years transition to Senior School
Our First Years enjoyed lots of activities to help them settle into life at Stockport Grammar School.
Thursday 31st October 2024
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Eco Committee delighted to achieve Green Flag award distinction
Stockport Grammar School is committed to minimising our environmental impact and offering our pupils, their parents and everyone who visits the school a safe and healthy space.
Saturday 5th October 2024
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Open House celebrates community and heritage
We are immensely proud of our links with the local community and, from our foundation in 1487 by Sir Edmond Shaa, our place in Stockport’s history, present and future.
Tuesday 1st October 2024
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History magazine impresses national competition judges
Over the summer holiday we received the news that Issue 9 of the SGS Historian magazine was chosen as runner up in Young Historian Awards Best School History Magazine competition (sponsored by the Mid-Trent and Mercia Branch).
Tuesday 24th September 2024






















