The short version
Above-average GCSE results. At capacity. Rated Good by Ofsted (2020).
- GCSE results are above the national average (Attainment 8: 66.4 vs national 43.8)
- Rated Good by Ofsted in 2020
- The school is at capacity (96% full)
Selective intake
This school offers places by entrance exam. See how 11+ formats differ between schools — and which exam boards they use.
Performance
DfE published dataOfficial DfE Results
Attainment 8
Average points across 8 GCSE subjects
66.4
22.6 vs nationalEnglish & maths (grade 5+)
Strong pass in both core subjects
85%
43.1pp vs nationalEBacc entry
Academic subjects including a language
91%
A-Level Average
Mean grade across subjects
B-
A-Level Value Added
Progress vs expected
+0.12
Band 2Source: Department for Education Performance Tables 2024-25
Post-GCSE Destinations
These figures track pupils 6 months after leaving. Source: DfE destination measures.
Sustained destination
In education, employment or training
99%
Continuing education
Sixth form, FE college, or school
97%
Apprenticeships
Work combined with training
1%
Employment
Directly into work
1%
Not sustained
Not in education, employment or training
1%
Based on 146 leavers
Source: DfE Destination Measures 2024/25
Attendance
In practice: Pupils miss about 8 days per year on average — about two weeks of school.
5% of pupils miss 10% or more of school
1% of pupils miss half or more of school sessions
Source: DfE School Census
Staffing
On average, 19 pupils share each qualified teacher, but with teaching assistants there's 1 adult for every 15 pupils.
Staff breakdown
Plus 68 other support staff
Source: DfE School Workforce Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Secondary
- Ages
- 11–18
- Intake
- Mixed
Numbers
- Pupils
- 1,005
- Capacity
- 96%
- FSM
- 10.7%
- Admissions
- Selective
Governance
- Local authority
- Kent
- Trust
- BARTON COURT ACADEMY TRUST
- Head
- Mr Jonathan Hopkins (Headteacher)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- Yes
Inspection record
Official linksSchool inspection
4 official reports linked on this page, including 3 earlier reports.
Previous reports
Location
Longport, Canterbury, Kent, CT1 1PH
Town setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmNewingate School
Independent · 537m away
St Thomas' Catholic Primary School, Canterbury
Primary · 598m away
The King's School Canterbury
Independent · 667m away
Barton Manor School
Secondary · 673m away
Pilgrims' Way Primary School
Primary · 776m away
Pilgrims' Way Primary School and Nursery
Primary · 777m away
The Worthgate School
Independent · 802m away
Haven Nook
Independent · 944m away
Questions parents ask
Is Barton Court Grammar School a selective school?
Yes. Barton Court Grammar School has a selective intake, which means places are offered based on performance in an entrance exam. Check the school's admissions page for the current exam format and registration deadlines.
What is Barton Court Grammar School's Ofsted rating?
Barton Court Grammar School was rated Good at its most recent inspection in November 2024. Full reports are linked on this page.
How many pupils attend Barton Court Grammar School?
Barton Court Grammar School currently has 1,005 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does Barton Court Grammar School take?
Barton Court Grammar School caters for pupils aged 11 to 18. It is classified as a secondary school.
Where is Barton Court Grammar School?
Barton Court Grammar School is in Canterbury, CT1 1PH, in the Kent local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does Barton Court Grammar School have a sixth form?
Yes, Barton Court Grammar School has a sixth form, so pupils can continue to A-levels or equivalent qualifications without changing school.
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