The short version
Above-average GCSE results. At capacity. Girls only.
- GCSE results are above the national average (Attainment 8: 75.5 vs national 43.8)
- This is a girls-only school
- The school is at capacity (112% 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
75.5
31.7 vs nationalEnglish & maths (grade 5+)
Strong pass in both core subjects
95%
53.1pp vs nationalEBacc entry
Academic subjects including a language
80%
A-Level Average
Mean grade across subjects
B
A-Level Value Added
Progress vs expected
-0.19
Band 4Source: 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
98%
Apprenticeships
Work combined with training
1%
Employment
Directly into work
1%
Based on 173 leavers
Source: DfE Destination Measures 2024/25
Attendance
In practice: Pupils miss about 5 days per year on average — that's roughly a week.
3% of pupils miss 10% or more of school
Source: DfE School Census
Staffing
On average, 16 pupils share each qualified teacher, but with teaching assistants there's 1 adult for every 12 pupils.
Staff breakdown
Plus 101 other support staff
Source: DfE School Workforce Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Secondary
- Ages
- 11–18
- Intake
- Girls
Numbers
- Pupils
- 1,248
- Capacity
- 100%
- FSM
- 22.3%
- Admissions
- Selective
Governance
- Local authority
- Kent
- Trust
- THE ARET� TRUST
- Head
- Mrs Sharon Pritchard (Headteacher)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- Yes
Inspection record
Official linksSchool inspection
2 official reports linked on this page, including 1 earlier report.
Previous reports
Location
Shepherds Lane, Dartford, Kent, DA1 2NT
Town setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmDartford Science & Technology College
Secondary · Very close
Dartford Grammar School
Secondary · Very close
West Hill Primary Academy
Primary · 430m away
Our Lady's Catholic Primary School, Dartford
Primary · 497m away
Westgate Primary School
Primary · 507m away
Holy Trinity Church of England Primary School, Dartford
Primary · 1.0km away
Wentworth Primary School
Primary · 1.1km away
Oakfield Primary Academy
Primary · 1.2km away
Questions parents ask
Is Dartford Grammar School for Girls a selective school?
Yes. Dartford Grammar School for Girls 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.
How many pupils attend Dartford Grammar School for Girls?
Dartford Grammar School for Girls currently has 1,248 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does Dartford Grammar School for Girls take?
Dartford Grammar School for Girls caters for pupils aged 11 to 18. It is classified as a secondary school.
Where is Dartford Grammar School for Girls?
Dartford Grammar School for Girls is in Dartford, DA1 2NT, in the Kent local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does Dartford Grammar School for Girls have a sixth form?
Yes, Dartford Grammar School for Girls has a sixth form, so pupils can continue to A-levels or equivalent qualifications without changing school.
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