The short version
Above-average GCSE results. Nearly full. Rated Good by Ofsted (2017).
- GCSE results are above the national average (Attainment 8: 49.1 vs national 43.8)
- Rated Good by Ofsted in 2017
- This is a girls-only school
Performance
DfE published dataOfficial DfE Results
Attainment 8
Average points across 8 GCSE subjects
49.1
5.3 vs nationalEnglish & maths (grade 5+)
Strong pass in both core subjects
55%
12.7pp vs nationalEBacc entry
Academic subjects including a language
18%
A-Level Average
Mean grade across subjects
D+
A-Level Value Added
Progress vs expected
-0.46
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
94%
Continuing education
Sixth form, FE college, or school
89%
Apprenticeships
Work combined with training
4%
Employment
Directly into work
1%
Not sustained
Not in education, employment or training
4%
Based on 147 leavers
Source: DfE Destination Measures 2024/25
Attendance
In practice: Pupils miss about 15 days per year on average — nearly a month of school.
23% of pupils miss 10% or more of school
5% of pupils miss half or more of school sessions
Source: DfE School Census
Staffing
On average, 16 pupils share each qualified teacher, but with teaching assistants there's 1 adult for every 11 pupils.
Staff breakdown
Plus 81 other support staff
Source: DfE School Workforce Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Foundation school
- Phase
- Secondary
- Ages
- 11–18
- Intake
- Girls
Numbers
- Pupils
- 855
- Capacity
- 90%
- FSM
- 21.9%
- Admissions
- Non-selective
Governance
- Local authority
- Kent
- Head
- Miss Joanne Sangster (Principal)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- Yes
Inspection record
Official linksSchool inspection
8 official reports linked on this page, including 7 earlier reports.
Previous reports
Full inspection: Good
March 2017 | Full Inspection
Full inspection: Good
November 2012 | Full Inspection
Monitoring visit
May 2012 | Monitoring Visit
Monitoring visit
January 2012 | Monitoring Visit
Full inspection: Inadequate
June 2011 | Full Inspection
Monitoring visit
April 2010 | Monitoring Visit
Full inspection: Satisfactory
May 2008 | Full Inspection
Location
Heath Lane, Dartford, Kent, DA1 2LY
Town setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmDartford Grammar School for Girls
Secondary · Very close
Dartford Grammar School
Secondary · 399m away
Westgate Primary School
Primary · 563m away
West Hill Primary Academy
Primary · 596m away
Our Lady's Catholic Primary School, Dartford
Primary · 666m away
Oakfield Primary Academy
Primary · 1.1km away
Wentworth Primary School
Primary · 1.1km away
Holy Trinity Church of England Primary School, Dartford
Primary · 1.2km away
Questions parents ask
Is Dartford Science & Technology College a selective school?
No. Dartford Science & Technology College is non-selective, so admission does not depend on an entrance exam.
What is Dartford Science & Technology College's Ofsted rating?
Dartford Science & Technology College was rated Good at its most recent inspection in March 2022. Full reports are linked on this page.
How many pupils attend Dartford Science & Technology College?
Dartford Science & Technology College currently has 855 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does Dartford Science & Technology College take?
Dartford Science & Technology College caters for pupils aged 11 to 18. It is classified as a secondary school.
Where is Dartford Science & Technology College?
Dartford Science & Technology College is in Dartford, DA1 2LY, in the Kent local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does Dartford Science & Technology College have a sixth form?
Yes, Dartford Science & Technology College has a sixth form, so pupils can continue to A-levels or equivalent qualifications without changing school.
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