The short version
Above-average GCSE results. At capacity. Rated Outstanding by Ofsted (2013).
- GCSE results are above the national average (Attainment 8: 70.8 vs national 43.8)
- Rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2013
- 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
70.8
27.0 vs nationalEnglish & maths (grade 5+)
Strong pass in both core subjects
95%
53.5pp vs nationalEBacc entry
Academic subjects including a language
96%
A-Level Average
Mean grade across subjects
B
A-Level Value Added
Progress vs expected
+0.01
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
99%
Continuing education
Sixth form, FE college, or school
99%
Apprenticeships
Work combined with training
0%
Not sustained
Not in education, employment or training
1%
Based on 222 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, 18 pupils share each qualified teacher, but with teaching assistants there's 1 adult for every 13 pupils.
Staff breakdown
Plus 119 other support staff
Source: DfE School Workforce Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Secondary
- Ages
- 11–18
- Intake
- Girls
Numbers
- Pupils
- 1,543
- Capacity
- 100%
- FSM
- 7.9%
- Admissions
- Selective
Governance
- Local authority
- Kent
- Trust
- HIGHWORTH GRAMMAR SCHOOL TRUST
- Head
- Mr Duncan Beer (Headteacher)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- Yes
Inspection record
Official linksSchool inspection
3 official reports linked on this page, including 2 earlier reports.
Previous reports
Location
Maidstone Road, Ashford, Kent, TN24 8UD
Town setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmSt Teresa's Catholic Primary School
Primary · Very close
Ashford, St Mary's Church of England Primary School
Primary · Very close
Repton Manor Primary School
Primary · 882m away
The T3 School
Independent · 1.1km away
Victoria Road Primary School
Primary · 1.1km away
Ashford School
Independent · 1.1km away
Godinton Primary School
Primary · 1.4km away
The Wyvern School (Buxford)
Special school · 1.6km away
Questions parents ask
Is Highworth Grammar School a selective school?
Yes. Highworth 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 Highworth Grammar School's Ofsted rating?
Highworth Grammar School was rated Outstanding at its most recent inspection in January 2025. Full reports are linked on this page.
How many pupils attend Highworth Grammar School?
Highworth Grammar School currently has 1,543 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does Highworth Grammar School take?
Highworth Grammar School caters for pupils aged 11 to 18. It is classified as a secondary school.
Where is Highworth Grammar School?
Highworth Grammar School is in Ashford, TN24 8UD, in the Kent local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does Highworth Grammar School have a sixth form?
Yes, Highworth Grammar School has a sixth form, so pupils can continue to A-levels or equivalent qualifications without changing school.
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