Sixth Form News
A list of Sixth Form news stories from the start of the 2020-2021 academic year to the present day.
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Taking Stock Issue 78 now available
The 2021 Autumn/Winter 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.
Wednesday 17th November 2021
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History podcast shines light on inspirational black figures
During the year the SGS History department are making a series of podcasts which will be released at certain points throughout 2021-2022.
Tuesday 9th November 2021
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Excitement builds for autumn Drama Production
This year’s autumn Drama Production is ‘The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe’ and the excitement within the SSG community is palpable with the performance dates fast approaching.
Tuesday 9th November 2021
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SGS marks Black History Month
October was Black History Month in the UK and pupils and staff have taken part in a range of activities.
Wednesday 3rd November 2021
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Talented musicians secure Hallé selection
A number of talented SGS musicians are celebrating after being offered places in the Hallé Youth Orchestra and the Hallé Youth Choir.
Monday 25th October 2021
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Open Events 2021 – Book your place now
The staff and pupils at Stockport Grammar School are looking forward to welcoming you for a series of Open Events scheduled for this Autumn Term.
Friday 1st October 2021
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Catalogue showcases stunning creativity of artists
The amazing artistic ability of last year’s A-level and GCSE Art students has been documented in a colourful and jam-packed gallery catalogue.
Thursday 30th September 2021
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Musicians impress with RNCM offers and exam distinctions
Gifted SGS musicians have demonstrated their burgeoning talent with two pupils being selected for the Junior Royal Northern College of Music (RNCM) and a raft of impressive exam results.
Friday 24th September 2021
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A-level Results: Congratulations to the Class of 2021!
Well done to our Upper Sixth who are collecting their A-level results this morning, with 86% of the grades awarded at A* to B and 58% at A* and A. You are a fantastic year group and we are immensely proud of your hard work and achievements!
Tuesday 10th August 2021
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Dancers shine on the stage
Fifth Year and Sixth Form dancers put on a stunning show as they performed in a ‘Taste of Dance’, a smaller scale live-streamed dance show put on towards the end of the 2020-2021 academic year.
Tuesday 3rd August 2021
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Issue 77 of Taking Stock now available
The final issue of the school’s termly magazine, Taking Stock, of the 2020-2021 academic year is now available to download and read from the Magazines and Publications section of the school website.
Wednesday 28th July 2021
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SGS showcases literary talent
Following last year’s successful launch, we are delighted that the school’s literary magazine ‘Like, Literary’ has returned for a second edition.
Thursday 1st July 2021
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Latest SGS Historian edition now released
Issue Six of the ‘SGS Historian’, a magazine created by Lower Sixth pupils in the History department, is now available to read.
Friday 18th June 2021
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Higher Education Conference 2021
Lower Sixth students attended a two-day Higher Education conference held at school to assist them with their forthcoming applications for University, Higher and Degree level apprenticeships and the world of work.
Tuesday 15th June 2021
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Talented SGS dancers secure offers at prestigious dance schools
Four dancers from SGS have been offered places at prestigious dance schools after delivering fantastic performances at their auditions.
Friday 4th June 2021
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Students impress in Industrial Cadets Scheme
Six Lower Sixth students utilised their problem solving and engineering skills as they took part in this year’s Industrial Cadets Gold Project.
Monday 31st May 2021
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Upper Sixth students celebrate University offers
In this most extraordinary of years, our Upper Sixth students continue to receive offers from prestigious institutions across the country.
Tuesday 27th April 2021
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Gratitude is the theme of Founder’s Day
On the 19th March we celebrated 534 years since the foundation of Stockport Grammar School by Sir Edmond Shaa, Prime Warden of the Worshipful Company of Goldsmiths and Mayor of London. Pupils, staff and Old Stopfordians marked the occasion with a Virtual Founder’s Day Service directed by School Chaplain Reverend Leaver.
Monday 22nd March 2021
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Musical excellence on display
Musicians at SGS have been refining their talents with ensemble performances and, during lockdown, a series of challenges set by the Music department.
Friday 5th March 2021
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SGS named best North West independent school for sport
We are delighted to be ranked the top independent school in the North West for sport by School Sport Magazine in their annual Top 200 schools list.
Wednesday 24th February 2021