Kingston Grammar School is an independent co-educational day school in Kingston upon Thames, South West London. The school was founded by Royal Charter in 1561 but can trace its roots back to at least the 13th century. It is a registered charity under English law.
In 2009 the GCSE results recorded 82.3% of all grades being A or A*. The Good Schools Guide described the school as "An academic school with a modern edge".
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