The short version
Above-average GCSE results. At capacity. Rated Good by Ofsted (2014).
- GCSE results are above the national average (Attainment 8: 67.7 vs national 43.8)
- Rated Good by Ofsted in 2014
- 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
67.7
23.9 vs nationalEnglish & maths (grade 5+)
Strong pass in both core subjects
90%
48.0pp vs nationalEBacc entry
Academic subjects including a language
48%
A-Level Average
Mean grade across subjects
B
A-Level Value Added
Progress vs expected
+0.06
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%
Employment
Directly into work
0%
Not sustained
Not in education, employment or training
1%
Based on 174 leavers
Source: DfE Destination Measures 2024/25
Attendance
In practice: Pupils miss about 11 days per year on average — nearly a month of school.
11% of pupils miss 10% or more of school
2% of pupils miss half or more of school sessions
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 95 other support staff
Source: DfE School Workforce Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Voluntary controlled school
- Phase
- Secondary
- Ages
- 11–18
- Intake
- Girls
Numbers
- Pupils
- 1,256
- Capacity
- 100%
- FSM
- 7.5%
- Admissions
- Selective
Governance
- Local authority
- Kent
- Head
- Mr Paul Pollard (Head of School)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- Yes
Inspection record
Official linksSchool inspection
7 official reports linked on this page, including 6 earlier reports.
Previous reports
Short inspection
April 2018 | Short Inspection
Full inspection: Good
July 2014 | Full Inspection
Interim assessment
June 2010 | Interim assessment Interim assessment
Curriculum and development visit
June 2009 | Curriculum and development visit Curriculum and development visit
Full inspection: Outstanding
May 2007 | Full Inspection
Full inspection
March 2001 | Full Inspection
Location
Old Dover Road, Canterbury, Kent, CT1 3EW
Town setting
Schools nearby
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Secondary · 333m away
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Secondary · 333m away
The Worthgate School
Independent · 591m away
Pilgrims' Way Primary School
Primary · 747m away
Pilgrims' Way Primary School and Nursery
Primary · 844m away
Newingate School
Independent · 895m away
Simon Langton Grammar School for Boys
Secondary · 929m away
Barton Manor School
Secondary · 1.0km away
Questions parents ask
Is Simon Langton Girls' Grammar School a selective school?
Yes. Simon Langton Girls' 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 Simon Langton Girls' Grammar School's Ofsted rating?
Simon Langton Girls' Grammar School was rated Good at its most recent inspection in September 2023. Full reports are linked on this page.
How many pupils attend Simon Langton Girls' Grammar School?
Simon Langton Girls' Grammar School currently has 1,256 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does Simon Langton Girls' Grammar School take?
Simon Langton Girls' Grammar School caters for pupils aged 11 to 18. It is classified as a secondary school.
Where is Simon Langton Girls' Grammar School?
Simon Langton Girls' Grammar School is in Canterbury, CT1 3EW, in the Kent local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does Simon Langton Girls' Grammar School have a sixth form?
Yes, Simon Langton Girls' Grammar School has a sixth form, so pupils can continue to A-levels or equivalent qualifications without changing school.
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