The short version
Above-average GCSE results. At capacity. Rated Outstanding by Ofsted (2016).
- GCSE results are above the national average (Attainment 8: 61.8 vs national 43.8)
- Rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2016
- This is a boys-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
61.8
18.0 vs nationalEnglish & maths (grade 5+)
Strong pass in both core subjects
86%
43.7pp vs nationalEBacc entry
Academic subjects including a language
57%
A-Level Average
Mean grade across subjects
C+
A-Level Value Added
Progress vs expected
-0.16
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
100%
Continuing education
Sixth form, FE college, or school
94%
Apprenticeships
Work combined with training
4%
Employment
Directly into work
1%
Based on 142 leavers
Source: DfE Destination Measures 2024/25
Attendance
In practice: Pupils miss about 9 days per year on average — about two weeks of school.
9% 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 15 pupils.
Staff breakdown
Plus 69 other support staff
Source: DfE School Workforce Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Secondary
- Ages
- 11–18
- Intake
- Boys
Numbers
- Pupils
- 1,015
- Capacity
- 100%
- FSM
- 12.5%
- Admissions
- Selective
Governance
- Local authority
- Kent
- Trust
- THE HARVEY ACADEMY
- Head
- Mr S Norman (Headteacher)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- Yes
Inspection record
Official linksSchool inspection
3 official reports linked on this page, including 2 earlier reports.
Previous reports
Location
Cheriton Road, Folkestone, Kent, CT19 5JY
Town setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmMorehall Primary School
Primary · 501m away
Morehall Primary School and Nursery
Primary · 501m away
Earlscliffe (Sussex Summer Schools Ltd)
Independent · 737m away
Pent Valley Technology College
Secondary · 757m away
School of English Studies
Miscellaneous · 777m away
Birchwood
Pupil referral unit · 795m away
Sandgate Primary School
Primary · 800m away
Folkestone Academy
Secondary · 1.0km away
Questions parents ask
Is The Harvey Grammar School a selective school?
Yes. The Harvey 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 The Harvey Grammar School's Ofsted rating?
The Harvey Grammar School was rated Outstanding at its most recent inspection in December 2022. Full reports are linked on this page.
How many pupils attend The Harvey Grammar School?
The Harvey Grammar School currently has 1,015 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does The Harvey Grammar School take?
The Harvey Grammar School caters for pupils aged 11 to 18. It is classified as a secondary school.
Where is The Harvey Grammar School?
The Harvey Grammar School is in Folkestone, CT19 5JY, in the Kent local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does The Harvey Grammar School have a sixth form?
Yes, The Harvey Grammar School has a sixth form, so pupils can continue to A-levels or equivalent qualifications without changing school.
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