The short version
Above-average GCSE results. 77% capacity. Rated Requires Improvement by Ofsted (2022).
- GCSE results are above the national average (Attainment 8: 70.0 vs national 43.8)
- Rated Requires Improvement by Ofsted in 2022
- 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
70.0
26.2 vs nationalEnglish & maths (grade 5+)
Strong pass in both core subjects
95%
52.7pp vs nationalEBacc entry
Academic subjects including a language
85%
A-Level Average
Mean grade across subjects
B
A-Level Value Added
Progress vs expected
+0.10
Band 2Source: 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
97%
Continuing education
Sixth form, FE college, or school
95%
Apprenticeships
Work combined with training
1%
Employment
Directly into work
2%
Not sustained
Not in education, employment or training
2%
Based on 292 leavers
Source: DfE Destination Measures 2024/25
Attendance
In practice: Pupils miss about 12 days per year on average — nearly a month of school.
16% 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 14 pupils.
Staff breakdown
Plus 135 other support staff
Source: DfE School Workforce Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Secondary
- Ages
- 11–18
- Intake
- Girls
Numbers
- Pupils
- 1,902
- Capacity
- 77%
- FSM
- 3.7%
- Admissions
- Selective
Governance
- Local authority
- Kent
- Trust
- WEALD OF KENT GRAMMAR SCHOOL ACADEMY TRUST
- Head
- Mr Richard Booth (Headteacher)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- Yes
Inspection record
Official linksSchool inspection
4 official reports linked on this page, including 3 earlier reports.
Previous reports
Location
Tudeley Lane, Tonbridge, Kent, TN9 2JP
Town setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmTonbridge Grammar School
Secondary · 437m away
Hillview School for Girls
Secondary · 510m away
Royal Rise Primary School
Primary · 532m away
Bishop Chavasse Primary School
Primary · 725m away
The Judd School
Secondary · 1.2km away
Somerhill
Independent · 1.3km away
Slade Primary School and Attached Unit for Children with Hearing Impairment
Primary · 1.7km away
Tonbridge School
Independent · 1.9km away
Questions parents ask
Is Weald of Kent Grammar School a selective school?
Yes. Weald of Kent 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 Weald of Kent Grammar School's Ofsted rating?
Weald of Kent Grammar School was rated Requires Improvement at its most recent inspection in October 2024. Full reports are linked on this page.
How many pupils attend Weald of Kent Grammar School?
Weald of Kent Grammar School currently has 1,902 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does Weald of Kent Grammar School take?
Weald of Kent Grammar School caters for pupils aged 11 to 18. It is classified as a secondary school.
Where is Weald of Kent Grammar School?
Weald of Kent Grammar School is in Tonbridge, TN9 2JP, in the Kent local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does Weald of Kent Grammar School have a sixth form?
Yes, Weald of Kent Grammar School has a sixth form, so pupils can continue to A-levels or equivalent qualifications without changing school.
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