Dartford Grammar School for Girls
Dartford, Kent, South East · DA1 2NT
Academic results place Dartford Grammar School for Girls among the strongest performers in its field, with an Attainment 8 score of 75.5 against a national average of 46.9. This large selective school educates around 1,248 girls, a figure that sits comfortably above its stated capacity of 1,119, reflecting sustained demand for places. The intake is notably diverse: more than a third of pupils speak English as an additional language, and over a fifth are eligible for free school meals. It is a state grammar serving Dartford and the wider Kent area.
1,248
Pupils
180
Places (PAN)
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- Gender
- Girls
- Type
- state grammar school
- Pupils
- 1,248
- Pupil:teacher ratio
- 16.2
- Location
- Dartford, Kent, South East
- Website
- http://www.dartfordgrammargirls.org.uk
Entrance & admissions
- Consortium
- Kent Test
- Exam board
- GL Assessment
- Subjects tested
- English, Maths, Non-Verbal Reasoning, Verbal Reasoning
- Places (PAN)
- 180
- Entry age
- 11
Key dates· 2027 entry
Registration opens
1 June 2026
Registration closesNext
1 July 2026
Exam date
10 September 2026
Application deadline
31 October 2026
Offers date
1 March 2027
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Latest results
Attainment 8
75.5
National average 46.9
GCSE grade 5+ (English & Maths)
95%
National average 47%
Teaching & academics
The headline GCSE figure is striking: 95% of pupils achieve grade 5 or above in English and Maths, roughly double the national average of 47%. With a pupil-to-teacher ratio of about 16.2, classes are taught at a scale typical of a large school rather than a small one. The combination of selective entry and these outcomes suggests a setting that suits academically able and motivated pupils.
Learning support & SEN
- SEN support
- 8.49%
- EHC plans
- 0.4%
- English as additional language
- 38.2%
- Free school meals
- 22.3%
Ethos & heritage
- Boarding
- No
The last word
A high-achieving girls' grammar with a genuinely diverse intake and results well ahead of the national picture. Families should expect competitive 11+ entry via the Kent Test.
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Dartford Grammar School for Girls 11+: frequently asked questions
Where is Dartford Grammar School for Girls located?
Dartford Grammar School for Girls is located at Shepherds Lane, Dartford, DA1 2NT.
What type of school is Dartford Grammar School for Girls?
Dartford Grammar School for Girls is a state grammar school in South East.
What subjects does Dartford Grammar School for Girls test in the 11+?
Dartford Grammar School for Girls tests English, Maths, Non-Verbal Reasoning and Verbal Reasoning at 11+.
Which exam board does Dartford Grammar School for Girls use for the 11+?
Dartford Grammar School for Girls's 11+ uses GL Assessment.
When is the Dartford Grammar School for Girls 11+ exam?
For the 2027 entry, the Dartford Grammar School for Girls 11+ exam is on 10 September 2026.
How do I apply to Dartford Grammar School for Girls?
For 2027 entry, registration opens on 1 June 2026, registration closes on 1 July 2026 and the application deadline is 31 October 2026.
When are Dartford Grammar School for Girls 11+ offers released?
For 2027 entry, Dartford Grammar School for Girls releases offers on 1 March 2027.
Which consortium does Dartford Grammar School for Girls belong to?
Dartford Grammar School for Girls is part of the Kent Test consortium.
How many places does Dartford Grammar School for Girls offer?
Dartford Grammar School for Girls has a published admission number of 180 places.
How many pupils attend Dartford Grammar School for Girls?
Dartford Grammar School for Girls has approximately 1,248 pupils on roll.
Compiled from public data. Last checked June 2026.