The short version
Above-average GCSE results. At capacity. Rated Outstanding by Ofsted (2024).
- GCSE results are above the national average (Attainment 8: 64.3 vs national 43.8)
- Rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2024
- 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
64.3
20.5 vs nationalEnglish & maths (grade 5+)
Strong pass in both core subjects
85%
43.3pp vs nationalEBacc entry
Academic subjects including a language
54%
A-Level Average
Mean grade across subjects
C
A-Level Value Added
Progress vs expected
-0.28
Band 4Source: 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
98%
Apprenticeships
Work combined with training
0%
Employment
Directly into work
0%
Not sustained
Not in education, employment or training
1%
Based on 187 leavers
Source: DfE Destination Measures 2024/25
Attendance
In practice: Pupils miss about 9 days per year on average — about two weeks of school.
11% of pupils miss 10% or more of school
Source: DfE School Census
Staffing
On average, 16 pupils share each qualified teacher, but with teaching assistants there's 1 adult for every 13 pupils.
Staff breakdown
Plus 112 other support staff
Source: DfE School Workforce Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Secondary
- Ages
- 11–18
- Intake
- Girls
Numbers
- Pupils
- 1,430
- Capacity
- 100%
- FSM
- 13.3%
- Admissions
- Selective
Governance
- Local authority
- Kent
- Trust
- MAYFIELD GRAMMAR SCHOOL, GRAVESEND
- Head
- Headteacher Elaine Wilson (Headteacher)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- Yes
Inspection record
Official linksSchool inspection: Outstanding
3 official reports linked on this page, including 2 earlier reports.
Previous reports
Location
Pelham Road, Gravesend, Kent, DA11 0JE
Town setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmCecil Road Primary and Nursery School
Primary · 415m away
Bronte School
Independent · 488m away
Wrotham Road Primary School
Primary · 537m away
Copperfield Academy
Primary · 606m away
Saint George's Church of England School
All-through · Grammar · 920m away
Northfleet Nursery School
Nursery · 979m away
Holy Trinity Church of England Primary School
Primary · 1.1km away
Pier View Academy
Independent · 1.1km away
Questions parents ask
Is Mayfield Grammar School, Gravesend a selective school?
Yes. Mayfield Grammar School, Gravesend 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 Mayfield Grammar School, Gravesend's Ofsted rating?
Mayfield Grammar School, Gravesend was rated Outstanding at its most recent inspection in April 2024. Full reports are linked on this page.
How many pupils attend Mayfield Grammar School, Gravesend?
Mayfield Grammar School, Gravesend currently has 1,430 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does Mayfield Grammar School, Gravesend take?
Mayfield Grammar School, Gravesend caters for pupils aged 11 to 18. It is classified as a secondary school.
Where is Mayfield Grammar School, Gravesend?
Mayfield Grammar School, Gravesend is in Gravesend, DA11 0JE, in the Kent local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does Mayfield Grammar School, Gravesend have a sixth form?
Yes, Mayfield Grammar School, Gravesend has a sixth form, so pupils can continue to A-levels or equivalent qualifications without changing school.
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