The short version
Above-average GCSE results. At capacity. Rated Outstanding by Ofsted (2015).
- GCSE results are above the national average (Attainment 8: 65.3 vs national 43.8)
- Rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2015
- This is a boys-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
65.3
21.5 vs nationalEnglish & maths (grade 5+)
Strong pass in both core subjects
92%
50.1pp vs nationalEBacc entry
Academic subjects including a language
90%
A-Level Average
Mean grade across subjects
B
A-Level Value Added
Progress vs expected
+0.14
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
97%
Continuing education
Sixth form, FE college, or school
95%
Apprenticeships
Work combined with training
1%
Employment
Directly into work
1%
Not sustained
Not in education, employment or training
1%
Based on 182 leavers
Source: DfE Destination Measures 2024/25
Attendance
In practice: Pupils miss about 8 days per year on average — about two weeks of school.
8% 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 14 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
- Boys
Numbers
- Pupils
- 1,493
- Capacity
- 100%
- FSM
- 9.7%
- Admissions
- Selective
Governance
- Local authority
- Kent
- Trust
- ALETHEIA ACADEMIES TRUST
- Head
- Mr Malcolm Moaby (Headteacher)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- Yes
Inspection record
Official linksSchool inspection
4 official reports linked on this page, including 3 earlier reports.
Previous reports
Location
Church Walk, Gravesend, Kent, DA12 2PR
Town setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmSt John's Catholic Primary School, Gravesend
Primary · Very close
St John's Catholic Comprehensive
Secondary · 328m away
Chantry Community Primary School
Primary · 600m away
Holy Trinity Church of England Primary School
Primary · 643m away
Pier View Academy
Independent · 902m away
LINK19 College
Special school · 912m away
Westcourt Primary School
Primary · 986m away
Estuary Academy
Academy · 1.1km away
Questions parents ask
Is Gravesend Grammar School a selective school?
Yes. Gravesend 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 Gravesend Grammar School's Ofsted rating?
Gravesend Grammar School was rated Outstanding at its most recent inspection in March 2025. Full reports are linked on this page.
How many pupils attend Gravesend Grammar School?
Gravesend Grammar School currently has 1,493 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does Gravesend Grammar School take?
Gravesend Grammar School caters for pupils aged 11 to 18. It is classified as a secondary school.
Where is Gravesend Grammar School?
Gravesend Grammar School is in Gravesend, DA12 2PR, in the Kent local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does Gravesend Grammar School have a sixth form?
Yes, Gravesend Grammar School has a sixth form, so pupils can continue to A-levels or equivalent qualifications without changing school.
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