The short version
Below-average GCSE results. At capacity.
- GCSE results are below the national average (Attainment 8: 27.2 vs national 43.8)
- This is a Christian school, so faith criteria may apply to admissions
- The school is at capacity (98% full)
Performance
DfE published dataOfficial DfE Results
Attainment 8
Average points across 8 GCSE subjects
27.2
16.6 vs nationalEnglish & maths (grade 5+)
Strong pass in both core subjects
0%
EBacc entry
Academic subjects including a language
0%
A-Level Average
Mean grade across subjects
B-
A-Level Value Added
Progress vs expected
+0.21
Band 2Source: Department for Education Performance Tables 2024-25
Special Educational Needs
37% of pupils have identified special educational needs or disabilities.
Breakdown
Source: DfE School Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Other independent school
- Ages
- 2–19
- Intake
- Mixed
- Character
- Christian
Numbers
- Pupils
- 866
- Capacity
- 98%
Governance
- Local authority
- Kent
- Head
- Mr James Thomas (Headteacher)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- Yes
- Nursery
- Yes
- Boarding
- Boarding school
Inspection record
Official linksIndependent school not found on standard Ofsted provider pages; defer to later ISI-specific handling.
Location
North Street, Sutton Valence, Maidstone, Kent, ME17 3HL
Rural setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmQuestions parents ask
How many pupils attend Sutton Valence School?
Sutton Valence School currently has 866 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does Sutton Valence School take?
Sutton Valence School caters for pupils aged 2 to 19.
Where is Sutton Valence School?
Sutton Valence School is in Maidstone, ME17 3HL, in the Kent local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does Sutton Valence School have a sixth form?
Yes, Sutton Valence School has a sixth form, so pupils can continue to A-levels or equivalent qualifications without changing school.
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