The short version
Above-average GCSE results. At capacity. Rated Outstanding by Ofsted (2023).
- GCSE results are above the national average (Attainment 8: 68.8 vs national 43.8)
- Rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2023
- 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
68.8
25.0 vs nationalEnglish & maths (grade 5+)
Strong pass in both core subjects
87%
44.7pp vs nationalEBacc entry
Academic subjects including a language
52%
A-Level Average
Mean grade across subjects
B
A-Level Value Added
Progress vs expected
+0.04
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
98%
Continuing education
Sixth form, FE college, or school
95%
Apprenticeships
Work combined with training
0%
Employment
Directly into work
2%
Not sustained
Not in education, employment or training
2%
Based on 177 leavers
Source: DfE Destination Measures 2024/25
Attendance
In practice: Pupils miss about 8 days per year on average — about two weeks of school.
7% 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 14 pupils.
Staff breakdown
Plus 87 other support staff
Source: DfE School Workforce Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Secondary
- Ages
- 11–18
- Intake
- Girls
Numbers
- Pupils
- 1,202
- Capacity
- 100%
- FSM
- 7.5%
- Admissions
- Selective
Governance
- Local authority
- Lincolnshire
- Trust
- KESTEVEN AND GRANTHAM GIRLS' SCHOOL ACADEMY TRUST
- Head
- Mr James Fuller (Headteacher)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- Yes
Inspection record
Official linksSchool inspection: Outstanding
2 official reports linked on this page, including 1 earlier report.
Location
Sandon Road, Grantham, Lincolnshire, NG31 9AU
Town setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmThe Grantham Sandon School
Special school · 311m away
Newton Bridge Academy
Academy · 311m away
Saint Mary's Catholic Voluntary Academy
Primary · 356m away
The Little Gonerby Church of England Primary Academy, Grantham
Primary · 457m away
St Wulfram's National Church of England Primary School
Primary · 482m away
Wyndham Park Nursery School
Nursery · 526m away
The King's School, Grantham
Secondary · 582m away
St Anne's Church of England Primary School, Grantham
Primary · 693m away
Questions parents ask
Is Kesteven and Grantham Girls' School a selective school?
Yes. Kesteven and Grantham Girls' 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 Kesteven and Grantham Girls' School's Ofsted rating?
Kesteven and Grantham Girls' School was rated Outstanding at its most recent inspection in September 2023. Full reports are linked on this page.
How many pupils attend Kesteven and Grantham Girls' School?
Kesteven and Grantham Girls' School currently has 1,202 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does Kesteven and Grantham Girls' School take?
Kesteven and Grantham Girls' School caters for pupils aged 11 to 18. It is classified as a secondary school.
Where is Kesteven and Grantham Girls' School?
Kesteven and Grantham Girls' School is in Grantham, NG31 9AU, in the Lincolnshire local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does Kesteven and Grantham Girls' School have a sixth form?
Yes, Kesteven and Grantham Girls' School has a sixth form, so pupils can continue to A-levels or equivalent qualifications without changing school.
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