Kesteven and Grantham Girls' School
Grantham, NG31 9AU · Lincolnshire · Grammar school
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1st of 54 secondary schools in Lincolnshire we can score. 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 — 9.3/10 against 407 of them, against 9.7/10 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 | 90.2 · 96 | 30% | 2.88 |
| Progress 8 2023/24 | 1.04 · 98 | 25% | 2.45 |
| Attainment 8 2025/26 | 68.4 · 97 | 10% | 0.97 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Kesteven and Grantham Girls' School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 86.5% of pupils achieved grade 5 or above in English and maths. Attainment 8 was 68.8, compared to the national median of 44.6. Progress 8 was +1.04 in 2023/24, indicating better progress than pupils nationally who started from the same place. Ofsted rated the school Outstanding in November 2023. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 9.1 out of 10 among them, against 9.7 out of 10 nationally.
Getting in
The published school roll is 1,238 pupils against a stated capacity of 1,200. 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
Since the similar-intake comparison shows a lower score than the national figure, what specific support is provided to ensure all pupils reach their potential? How does the school maintain its Outstanding Ofsted rating while managing a roll that exceeds its designated capacity?
What Ofsted said about Kesteven and Grantham Girls' School
Overview
The report describes the school as providing an "exceptional and broad education" where pupils are "happy" and "thrive." Inspectors found that the school maintains "the very highest aspirations for all pupils," who display "exemplary behaviour" and take pride in their achievements. The institution is characterised by a culture of high expectations, with staff and pupils universally proud of their provision.
Strengths
- The curriculum is "broad and ambitious," allowing pupils to study a wide range of subjects, including those in the English Baccalaureate, with courses "deliberately designed to meet their interests and ambitions."
- Teachers deliver knowledge "expertly," skilfully checking understanding and addressing misconceptions "quickly and effectively," while meeting the needs of pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) "very well."
- Pupils demonstrate "overwhelmingly positive attitudes," showing "exemplary behaviour" and eagerness to learn, with "no disruptions to learning."
- Personal development is supported by an "exceptional" curriculum that fosters "mature attitudes towards equality and diversity" and a deep understanding of British values.
- Sixth-form provision prepares students "very well" for future careers, including practical skills such as cooking and car maintenance.
Areas to improve
- The report identifies no significant areas for improvement.
Safeguarding
The report states that "the arrangements for safeguarding are effective."
Results over time
Attainment 8, the years we hold.
| Year | Attainment 8 |
|---|---|
| 2023/24 | 69.5 |
| 2024/25 | 68.8 |
| 2025/26 | 68.4 |
| 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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