The short version
Above-average GCSE results. 87% capacity. Rated Inadequate by Ofsted (2024).
- GCSE results are above the national average (Attainment 8: 64.0 vs national 43.8)
- Rated Inadequate by Ofsted in 2024
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
64.0
20.2 vs nationalEnglish & maths (grade 5+)
Strong pass in both core subjects
85%
43.1pp vs nationalEBacc entry
Academic subjects including a language
76%
A-Level Average
Mean grade across subjects
B-
A-Level Value Added
Progress vs expected
-0.05
Band 3Source: 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
96%
Continuing education
Sixth form, FE college, or school
93%
Apprenticeships
Work combined with training
2%
Employment
Directly into work
1%
Not sustained
Not in education, employment or training
3%
Based on 238 leavers
Source: DfE Destination Measures 2024/25
Attendance
In practice: Pupils miss about 13 days per year on average — nearly a month of school.
15% of pupils miss 10% or more of school
3% of pupils miss half or more of school sessions
Source: DfE School Census
Staffing
On average, 17 pupils share each qualified teacher, but with teaching assistants there's 1 adult for every 13 pupils.
Staff breakdown
Plus 105 other support staff
Source: DfE School Workforce Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Secondary
- Ages
- 11–18
- Intake
- Mixed
Numbers
- Pupils
- 1,388
- Capacity
- 87%
- FSM
- 15.2%
- Admissions
- Selective
Governance
- Local authority
- Kent
- Trust
- CHATHAM & CLARENDON GRAMMAR SCHOOL
- Head
- Mrs Debra Liddicoat (Headteacher)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- Yes
Inspection record
Official linksFull inspection
7 official reports linked on this page, including 6 earlier reports.
Previous reports
Monitoring visit
June 2025 | Monitoring Visit
School inspection: Inadequate
March 2024 | School Inspection
Short inspection
May 2018 | Short Inspection
Full inspection: Good
September 2014 | Full Inspection
Academy conversion letter
February 2012 | Academy Conversion Letter
Interim assessment
January 2011 | Interim assessment Interim assessment
Location
Chatham Street, Ramsgate, Kent, CT11 7PS
Town setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmPriory Infant School
Primary · Very close
St Ethelbert's Catholic Primary School
Primary · 686m away
St Lawrence College Junior School
Independent · 745m away
St Lawrence College
Independent · 745m away
The Old Priory School
Independent · 769m away
Ellington Infant School
Primary · 871m away
Christ Church Church of England Junior School, Ramsgate
Primary · 957m away
Newlands Primary School
Primary · 1.0km away
Questions parents ask
Is Chatham & Clarendon Grammar School a selective school?
Yes. Chatham & Clarendon 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 Chatham & Clarendon Grammar School's Ofsted rating?
Chatham & Clarendon Grammar School was rated Inadequate at its most recent inspection in September 2025. Full reports are linked on this page.
How many pupils attend Chatham & Clarendon Grammar School?
Chatham & Clarendon Grammar School currently has 1,388 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does Chatham & Clarendon Grammar School take?
Chatham & Clarendon Grammar School caters for pupils aged 11 to 18. It is classified as a secondary school.
Where is Chatham & Clarendon Grammar School?
Chatham & Clarendon Grammar School is in Ramsgate, CT11 7PS, in the Kent local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does Chatham & Clarendon Grammar School have a sixth form?
Yes, Chatham & Clarendon Grammar School has a sixth form, so pupils can continue to A-levels or equivalent qualifications without changing school.
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