The short version
Above-average GCSE results. At capacity. Rated Outstanding by Ofsted (2022).
- GCSE results are above the national average (Attainment 8: 65.9 vs national 43.8)
- Rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2022
- This is a girls-only school
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
65.9
22.1 vs nationalEnglish & maths (grade 5+)
Strong pass in both core subjects
85%
43.2pp vs nationalEBacc entry
Academic subjects including a language
98%
A-Level Average
Mean grade across subjects
B-
A-Level Value Added
Progress vs expected
+0.00
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
97%
Continuing education
Sixth form, FE college, or school
94%
Apprenticeships
Work combined with training
3%
Employment
Directly into work
0%
Not sustained
Not in education, employment or training
2%
Based on 118 leavers
Source: DfE Destination Measures 2024/25
Attendance
In practice: Pupils miss about 10 days per year on average — about two weeks of school.
12% of pupils miss 10% or more of school
Source: DfE School Census
Staffing
On average, 19 pupils share each qualified teacher, but with teaching assistants there's 1 adult for every 16 pupils.
Staff breakdown
Plus 62 other support staff
Source: DfE School Workforce Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Secondary
- Ages
- 11–18
- Intake
- Girls
Numbers
- Pupils
- 987
- Capacity
- 96%
- FSM
- 14.3%
- Admissions
- Selective
Governance
- Local authority
- Medway
- Trust
- BEYOND SCHOOLS TRUST
- Head
- Ms Salena Hirons (Headteacher)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- Yes
Inspection record
Official linksSchool inspection: Outstanding
2 official reports linked on this page, including 1 earlier report.
Location
Fort Pitt Hill, Chatham, Kent, ME4 6TJ
Town setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmSt John Fisher Catholic Comprehensive School
Secondary · 375m away
St John's Church of England Infant School
Primary · 448m away
St Michael Catholic Primary and Nursery School
Primary · 580m away
St Peter's Infant School
Primary · 780m away
Balfour Junior School
Primary · 803m away
Blue Skies School
Independent · 853m away
Balfour Infant School
Primary · 1.1km away
Delce Academy
Primary · 1.2km away
Questions parents ask
Is Fort Pitt Grammar School a selective school?
Yes. Fort Pitt 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 Fort Pitt Grammar School's Ofsted rating?
Fort Pitt Grammar School was rated Outstanding at its most recent inspection in October 2022. Full reports are linked on this page.
How many pupils attend Fort Pitt Grammar School?
Fort Pitt Grammar School currently has 987 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does Fort Pitt Grammar School take?
Fort Pitt Grammar School caters for pupils aged 11 to 18. It is classified as a secondary school.
Where is Fort Pitt Grammar School?
Fort Pitt Grammar School is in Chatham, ME4 6TJ, in the Medway local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does Fort Pitt Grammar School have a sixth form?
Yes, Fort Pitt Grammar School has a sixth form, so pupils can continue to A-levels or equivalent qualifications without changing school.
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