The short version
Average GCSE results. At capacity. Rated Good by Ofsted (2013).
- GCSE results are broadly in line with the national average (Attainment 8: 48.0 vs national 43.8)
- Rated Good by Ofsted in 2013
- This is a girls-only school
Performance
DfE published dataOfficial DfE Results
Attainment 8
Average points across 8 GCSE subjects
48.0
4.2 vs nationalEnglish & maths (grade 5+)
Strong pass in both core subjects
52%
9.8pp vs nationalEBacc entry
Academic subjects including a language
8%
A-Level Average
Mean grade across subjects
C+
A-Level Value Added
Progress vs expected
+0.17
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
95%
Continuing education
Sixth form, FE college, or school
91%
Apprenticeships
Work combined with training
2%
Employment
Directly into work
2%
Not sustained
Not in education, employment or training
4%
Based on 232 leavers
Source: DfE Destination Measures 2024/25
Attendance
In practice: Pupils miss about 17 days per year on average — nearly a month of school.
26% 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, 20 pupils share each qualified teacher, but with teaching assistants there's 1 adult for every 14 pupils.
Staff breakdown
Plus 111 other support staff
Source: DfE School Workforce Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Secondary
- Ages
- 11–18
- Intake
- Girls
Numbers
- Pupils
- 1,544
- Capacity
- 100%
- FSM
- 15.7%
- Admissions
- Non-selective
Governance
- Local authority
- Kent
- Trust
- HILLVIEW SCHOOL FOR GIRLS ACADEMY TRUST
- Head
- Mrs Hilary Burkett (Headteacher)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- Yes
Inspection record
Official linksSchool inspection
4 official reports linked on this page, including 3 earlier reports.
Previous reports
Location
Brionne Gardens, Tonbridge, Kent, TN9 2HE
Town setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmRoyal Rise Primary School
Primary · Very close
Weald of Kent Grammar School
Secondary · 510m away
Bishop Chavasse Primary School
Primary · 555m away
Tonbridge Grammar School
Secondary · 752m away
Somerhill
Independent · 1.1km away
The Judd School
Secondary · 1.4km away
Slade Primary School and Attached Unit for Children with Hearing Impairment
Primary · 1.4km away
Tonbridge School
Independent · 1.5km away
Questions parents ask
Is Hillview School for Girls a selective school?
No. Hillview School for Girls is non-selective, so admission does not depend on an entrance exam.
What is Hillview School for Girls's Ofsted rating?
Hillview School for Girls was rated Good at its most recent inspection in September 2023. Full reports are linked on this page.
How many pupils attend Hillview School for Girls?
Hillview School for Girls currently has 1,544 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does Hillview School for Girls take?
Hillview School for Girls caters for pupils aged 11 to 18. It is classified as a secondary school.
Where is Hillview School for Girls?
Hillview School for Girls is in Tonbridge, TN9 2HE, in the Kent local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does Hillview School for Girls have a sixth form?
Yes, Hillview School for Girls has a sixth form, so pupils can continue to A-levels or equivalent qualifications without changing school.
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