Fort Pitt Grammar School
Chatham, ME4 6TJ · Medway · Grammar school
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2nd of 19 secondary schools in Medway we can score, 20 in total — the rest without enough published data. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — 9.0/10 against 697 of them, against 9.2/10 nationally. So this is not simply a reflection of who attends. 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 | 94 | 35% | 3.29 |
| Grade 5+ English & maths 2025/26 | 79.7 · 94 | 30% | 2.83 |
| Progress 8 2023/24 | 0.64 · 89 | 25% | 2.22 |
| Attainment 8 2025/26 | 63.0 · 94 | 10% | 0.94 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Fort Pitt Grammar School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 85.0% of pupils achieved Grade 5 or above in English and maths. Attainment 8 was 65.9, compared to the national median of 44.6. Progress 8 was +0.64 in 2023/24, indicating better progress than pupils nationally who started from the same place. Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so they are not simply a reflection of who attends (9.2 out of 10 against similar schools, 9.3 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Outstanding in 2022-11.
Getting in
The published school roll is 1,009 pupils against a stated capacity of 1,027. 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 in maintaining their high attainment levels across all subjects? What specific support is available for students who may need additional help in English or maths?
What Ofsted said about Fort Pitt Grammar School
Overview
Fort Pitt Grammar School is described as a "remarkable place to learn" that is "inclusive, friendly and welcoming" and "immensely ambitious." The report states that pupils love attending, demonstrating high attendance and strong relationships with staff, while achieving excellent outcomes across all groups.
Strengths
- The curriculum is "well-established" and "inspires pupils," with subject leaders designing plans that build "firm foundations for future learning."
- Pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities and disadvantaged pupils, "achieve as strongly as their peers."
- Personal development is "exemplary," supported by a "sensitive" personal, social and health education curriculum and a new "well-being hub."
- Sixth-form students engage in "exceptional" discussion and debate, showing "remarkable confidence and insight."
- Staff benefit from "excellent training" and professional development that has a "real positive impact" on education quality.
Areas to improve
- The report identifies no significant areas for improvement.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with leaders demonstrating "thorough knowledge and understanding" of keeping pupils safe and staff receiving "regular and rigorous safeguarding training."
Results over time
Attainment 8, the years we hold.
| Year | Attainment 8 |
|---|---|
| 2023/24 | 66.5 |
| 2024/25 | 65.9 |
| 2025/26 | 63.0 |
| 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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