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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Disneyland Paris becomes a Maths playground for pupils
Over 30 Fourth Year pupils travelled to mainland Europe for the annual Maths trip to Disneyland Paris.
Friday 27th February 2026
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Sixth Form success: Pupils secure outstanding university offers for 2026
Stockport Grammar School Sixth Form pupils are celebrating an exceptional start to the 2026 UCAS cycle, with an impressive 463 university offers already received from top institutions across the UK.
Friday 13th February 2026
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Creativity takes centre stage in Year 5 Art Competition
130 artists from 18 local schools excitedly entered the Dining Hall to see their work on display at the 2026 Year 5 Art Competition.
Friday 6th February 2026
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Linguists bring skills to life
Modern Foreign Languages (MFL) pupils embraced the opportunity to work on their linguistic skills during a trip to east Manchester and by taking part in a debating competition.
Tuesday 3rd February 2026
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Inspiring speakers spark thought and imagination
Senior School and Sixth Form pupils have the opportunity to listen to a wide range of inspiring speakers – and the past few weeks have been a perfect example of this.
Tuesday 3rd February 2026
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A Level Media Studies course introduced
Stockport Grammar School is set to broaden its Sixth Form curriculum with the introduction of A Level Media Studies.
Friday 30th January 2026
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Local landmarks fuel artistic exploration
Exploring well‑known landmarks in Stockport, Manchester and Salford gave the school’s creative pupils a rich source of inspiration for their artwork.
Tuesday 27th January 2026
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A winter celebration of music in the Hallam Hall
The Hallam Hall glowed with warmth as the school’s magnificent musicians performed a string of stunning pieces at the 2026 Winter Concert.
Thursday 22nd January 2026
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Pupils go phone-free with Yondr pouches
When pupils returned to Stockport Grammar School after the summer break, they were met with the familiar pace of a new academic year – minus one thing: the pressure of mobile phones.
Tuesday 20th January 2026
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New Sports Pavilion 2027
Following on from the successful planning permission application in 2024, we are delighted to announce that we intend to begin construction this summer on our new sports pavilion, reflecting our commitment to continuous improvement and excellence.
Thursday 15th January 2026
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Second Years revel in skiing and après-ski fun
80 adventurous Second Year pupils loved hitting the slopes of Passo Tonale during a fun-filled skiing trip to Italy.
Tuesday 13th January 2026
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Polish journey enriches Religious Studies and History learning
47 Fifth Year Religious Studies and History pupils visited Poland as part of an educational trip designed to deepen their contextual understanding of topics studied in school.
Monday 12th January 2026
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Fifth Years get a taste of Sixth Form life
To kick off the Spring Term, Fifth Year pupils spent a day experiencing life as an SGS Sixth Former.
Thursday 8th January 2026
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Pupils embrace innovation through Textiles and Design
Creative pupils from a wide range of Senior School year groups enjoyed making their way through their Textiles Technology and Design Technology courses during the Autumn Term.
Tuesday 6th January 2026
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Packed St George’s Church hosts annual Carol Services
The SGS community made their way to the spectacular surroundings of St George’s Church for this year’s Senior School and Junior School Carol Services.
Wednesday 17th December 2025
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A Christmas Concert to remember
An evening of festive cheer awaited the excited audience at the 2025 Christmas Concert.
Friday 12th December 2025
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Careers Afternoon offers Third Years valuable insights
Third Year pupils found out more about careers they might be interested in, and learned about some they hadn’t considered before, at a Careers Afternoon.
Wednesday 10th December 2025
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Hallam Library marks 20th anniversary
The Hallam Library was officially opened on 7th December 2005 by HRH Duke of Gloucester and, as it approached its 20th anniversary, Library staff invited pupils, teachers and support staff to share in the celebration.
Tuesday 9th December 2025
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Creative minds explore London to the fullest
In response to the research and development requirement that forms part of the A Level Art and Design course, pupils in Lower and Upper Sixth spent a day visiting galleries and museums in London.
Tuesday 9th December 2025
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Plaque unveiled to honour work of former pupil Lucy Hope
Stockport Grammar School proudly unveiled a purple plaque commemorating the remarkable STEM achievements of a former pupil.
Wednesday 3rd December 2025






















