Weald of Kent Grammar School
Tonbridge, TN9 2JP · Kent · Grammar school
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3rd 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 162 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 6.4/10 among them, against 9.6/10 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5+ English & maths 2025/26 | 95.4 · 97 | 46% | 4.48 |
| Progress 8 2023/24 | 0.77 · 93 | 38% | 3.58 |
| Attainment 8 2025/26 | 69.3 · 97 | 15% | 1.49 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Weald of Kent Grammar School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 94.5% of pupils achieved Grade 5 or above in English and maths. Attainment 8 was 70.0, compared to the national median of 44.6. Progress 8 was +0.77 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 6.4 out of 10 among them, against 9.5 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils join Junior and Senior Choirs, Orchestra, Flute Choir, and Drama clubs. They participate in Duke of Edinburgh, the Weald Variety Show, and Christmas concerts. Trips include skiing, a visit to the Young V&A, an MFL day at the Stag Theatre, a Geography excursion to Iceland, and a Spanish and Computer Science trip to Valencia.
Getting in
The published school roll is 1,913 pupils against a stated capacity of 2,475. 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 scores above the national baseline? What specific support is available for students aiming for high attainment in English and maths? How are class sizes managed within the current capacity?
What Ofsted said about Weald of Kent Grammar School
Overview
The report describes a school that has undergone a significant cultural shift, resulting in a “caring and nurturing ethos” where pupils feel valued and safe. Leaders have successfully improved behaviour, attendance, and academic standards across both campuses, with staff demonstrating detailed subject knowledge and enthusiasm. The inspection highlights a strong focus on pupil welfare, consistent high standards, and effective leadership that has engaged the school community.
Strengths
- Teachers provide “clear and insightful explanations” and challenge pupils to develop ‘scholarship’ through deep thinking and rigorous assessment.
- Behaviour is “calm and settled” due to a clear system of rewards and consequences, with no low-level disruption to learning.
- The school effectively supports pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), with attainment gaps closing and sixth-form students achieving “exceptionally well”.
- Personal, social and health education (PSHE) has been transformed to address vital themes, helping pupils understand issues such as peer pressure and coercive relationships.
- Pupils enjoy a broad variety of extra-curricular activities, including clubs for trampolining, robotics, and cooking, fostering a sense of community.
Areas to improve
- The school should continue to develop its strategic approach to monitoring and improving the attendance of all groups of pupils, particularly those with SEND, who currently miss out on learning opportunities.
- The school should ensure that pupils clearly understand all aspects of careers provision, as some do not yet feel fully confident about making the transition to the next stage of their education.
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 | 70.1 |
| 2024/25 | 70.0 |
| 2025/26 | 69.3 |
| 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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