The short version
Above-average GCSE results. At capacity. Rated Good by Ofsted (2013).
- GCSE results are above the national average (Attainment 8: 64.6 vs national 43.8)
- Rated Good by Ofsted in 2013
- 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
64.6
20.8 vs nationalEnglish & maths (grade 5+)
Strong pass in both core subjects
90%
48.2pp vs nationalEBacc entry
Academic subjects including a language
67%
A-Level Average
Mean grade across subjects
C+
A-Level Value Added
Progress vs expected
-0.39
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
100%
Apprenticeships
Work combined with training
0%
Employment
Directly into work
0%
Based on 149 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, 23 pupils share each qualified teacher, but with teaching assistants there's 1 adult for every 16 pupils.
Staff breakdown
Plus 75 other support staff
Source: DfE School Workforce Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Secondary
- Ages
- 11–18
- Intake
- Boys
Numbers
- Pupils
- 1,178
- Capacity
- 100%
- FSM
- 10.1%
- Admissions
- Selective
Governance
- Local authority
- Kent
- Trust
- ENDEAVOUR MAT
- Head
- Mr Stuart Harrington (Headteacher)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- Yes
Inspection record
Official linksSchool inspection
5 official reports linked on this page, including 4 earlier reports.
Previous reports
Location
Common Lane, Wilmington, Dartford, Kent, DA2 7DA
Town setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmLeigh Academy Wilmington
Secondary · Very close
Wilmington Primary School
Primary · Very close
Wilmington Grammar School for Girls
Secondary · 308m away
Joydens Wood Infant School
Primary · 1.2km away
Joydens Wood Junior School
Primary · 1.3km away
Oakfield Primary Academy
Primary · 1.3km away
Maypole Primary School
Primary · 1.5km away
Dartford Science & Technology College
Secondary · 1.6km away
Questions parents ask
Is Wilmington Grammar School for Boys a selective school?
Yes. Wilmington Grammar School for Boys 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 Wilmington Grammar School for Boys's Ofsted rating?
Wilmington Grammar School for Boys was rated Good at its most recent inspection in March 2023. Full reports are linked on this page.
How many pupils attend Wilmington Grammar School for Boys?
Wilmington Grammar School for Boys currently has 1,178 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does Wilmington Grammar School for Boys take?
Wilmington Grammar School for Boys caters for pupils aged 11 to 18. It is classified as a secondary school.
Where is Wilmington Grammar School for Boys?
Wilmington Grammar School for Boys is in Dartford, DA2 7DA, in the Kent local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does Wilmington Grammar School for Boys have a sixth form?
Yes, Wilmington Grammar School for Boys has a sixth form, so pupils can continue to A-levels or equivalent qualifications without changing school.
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