Barton Court Grammar School
Canterbury, CT1 1PH · Kent · Grammar school
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28th of 99 secondary schools in Kent we can score, 103 in total — the rest without enough published data. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Narrow the comparison to the 595 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 8.1/10 among them, against 8.9/10 nationally. Both figures are results only, without the inspection grade. A lower figure here means a stronger comparison group, not a weaker school.
How this is worked out
| Measure | Percentile | Weight | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.84 |
| Grade 5+ English & maths 2025/26 | 85.9 · 96 | 30% | 2.87 |
| Progress 8 2023/24 | 0.38 · 78 | 25% | 1.95 |
| Attainment 8 2025/26 | 66.1 · 96 | 10% | 0.96 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Barton Court Grammar School overview
How it's doing
The school was rated Good by Ofsted in 2024. In 2024/25, 84.9% of pupils achieved Grade 5 or above in English and maths. Attainment 8 was 66.4, compared to the national median of 44.6. Progress 8 was +0.38 in 2023/24, indicating pupils did better than those nationally who started from the same place. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 7.9 out of 10 among them, against 8.9 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join the Duke of Edinburgh Award Scheme, Rock Band, and Student-led ensembles. Sports include Boxing, Tennis, Sailing, and Horse Riding. Arts activities feature Zumba, Drama productions, and the Spring Concert. Trips range from the Isle of Wight to Berlin and Lake Garda. An after-school club is available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 995 pupils against a stated capacity of 1,050. These whole-school figures do not establish entry-year vacancies or the likelihood of an offer. Confirm entry-year availability and admissions criteria with the school or local authority.
Worth asking on a visit
How does the school support pupils to maintain progress in subjects where the similar-intake comparison shows a gap? What specific support is available for students aiming for the Duke of Edinburgh Award? How are places allocated for the after-school club?
What Ofsted said about Barton Court Grammar School
Overview
Barton Court Grammar School has taken effective action to maintain the standards identified at the previous inspection. The school is described as an inclusive and caring community where pupils are proud, behave exemplarily, and feel safe. Leaders and staff hold high expectations, resulting in a happy and harmonious environment where diversity is celebrated.
Strengths
- Pupils follow an ambitious curriculum, with all studying the English Baccalaureate suite in key stage 4 and a wide choice of academic and vocational subjects in the sixth form.
- Staff are skilled at meeting individual needs, including providing prompt support for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) and those requiring extra help with reading.
- There is an abundance of high-quality opportunities for character development, including the Duke of Edinburgh Award, numerous clubs, and trips, alongside strong preparation for life beyond school.
- Teachers possess excellent subject knowledge and provide clear feedback, while staff feel valued, supported, and receive high-quality training.
- Attendance levels are high, supported by strong systems and close collaboration with families to resolve any difficulties.
Areas to improve
- Some teachers do not consistently check pupils’ learning in the classroom, meaning misconceptions are sometimes missed and learning is not as secure as it could be.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.
Results over time
Attainment 8, the years we hold.
| Year | Attainment 8 |
|---|---|
| 2023/24 | 66.0 |
| 2024/25 | 66.4 |
| 2025/26 | 66.1 |
| England | 44.9 |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 3,682 state schools in England we hold a 2025/26 figure for — a school-level median, not the DfE's pupil-weighted national figure.
Your offer chance
—Based on official applications/offers, distance and catchment where we have it. Bands only — never a percentage.
Sibling, faith, looked-after and other criteria can override distance. Always confirm with the school or local authority.
Next dates
- Secondary application deadline31 Oct 2026
- Secondary National Offer Day1 Mar 2027
- Secondary application deadline31 Oct 2027
- Secondary National Offer Day1 Mar 2028
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