The short version
Above-average GCSE results. At capacity. Rated Good by Ofsted (2022).
- GCSE results are above the national average (Attainment 8: 66.7 vs national 43.8)
- Rated Good 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
66.7
22.9 vs nationalEnglish & maths (grade 5+)
Strong pass in both core subjects
89%
47.4pp vs nationalEBacc entry
Academic subjects including a language
96%
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
99%
Continuing education
Sixth form, FE college, or school
96%
Apprenticeships
Work combined with training
1%
Employment
Directly into work
2%
Based on 141 leavers
Source: DfE Destination Measures 2024/25
Attendance
In practice: Pupils miss about 8 days per year on average — about two weeks of school.
7% of pupils miss 10% or more of school
Source: DfE School Census
Staffing
On average, 21 pupils share each qualified teacher, but with teaching assistants there's 1 adult for every 15 pupils.
Staff breakdown
Plus 76 other support staff
Source: DfE School Workforce Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Secondary
- Ages
- 11–18
- Intake
- Girls
Numbers
- Pupils
- 1,163
- Capacity
- 100%
- FSM
- 5.9%
- Admissions
- Selective
Governance
- Local authority
- Kent
- Trust
- ENDEAVOUR MAT
- Head
- Mr Dave Fuller (Head Teacher)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- Yes
Inspection record
Official linksSchool inspection: Good
5 official reports linked on this page, including 4 earlier reports.
Previous reports
Location
Parsons Lane, Wilmington, Dartford, Kent, DA2 7BB
Town setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmWilmington Grammar School for Boys
Secondary · 308m away
Leigh Academy Wilmington
Secondary · 314m away
Wilmington Primary School
Primary · 364m 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 · 1.3km away
Dartford Science & Technology College
Secondary · 1.4km away
Questions parents ask
Is Wilmington Grammar School for Girls a selective school?
Yes. Wilmington Grammar School for Girls 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 Girls's Ofsted rating?
Wilmington Grammar School for Girls was rated Good at its most recent inspection in November 2022. Full reports are linked on this page.
How many pupils attend Wilmington Grammar School for Girls?
Wilmington Grammar School for Girls currently has 1,163 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does Wilmington Grammar School for Girls take?
Wilmington Grammar School for Girls caters for pupils aged 11 to 18. It is classified as a secondary school.
Where is Wilmington Grammar School for Girls?
Wilmington Grammar School for Girls is in Dartford, DA2 7BB, in the Kent local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does Wilmington Grammar School for Girls have a sixth form?
Yes, Wilmington Grammar School for Girls has a sixth form, so pupils can continue to A-levels or equivalent qualifications without changing school.
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