Dover Grammar School for Boys
Dover, Kent, South East · CT17 0DQ
A selective boys' grammar in Dover, this school combines strong academic results with the kind of pastoral culture that Ofsted has recognised as outstanding for both behaviour and personal development. With 899 pupils against a capacity of 905, it operates close to full, and entry at 11 is keenly contested through the Kent Test. The intake is notably mixed, with around one in five pupils eligible for free school meals, suggesting a community that reaches well beyond a narrow social band.
899
Pupils
Not judged
Ofsted
150
Places (PAN)
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- Gender
- Boys
- Type
- state grammar school
- Pupils
- 899
- Pupil:teacher ratio
- 17.6
- Location
- Dover, Kent, South East
- Website
- http://www.dgsb.co.uk
Entrance & admissions
- Consortium
- Kent Test
- Exam board
- GL Assessment
- Subjects tested
- English, Maths, Non-Verbal Reasoning, Verbal Reasoning
- Places (PAN)
- 150
- 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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Attainment 8
65.4
National average 46.9
GCSE grade 5+ (English & Maths)
93%
National average 47%
Teaching & academics
Academic outcomes are well above the national picture: an Attainment 8 score of 65.4 sits comfortably above the national average of 46.9, and 93% of pupils secure grade 5 or above in English and Maths, against a national figure of 47%. Ofsted judged the quality of education and sixth-form provision both Good, with leadership rated the same. A pupil-to-teacher ratio of 17.6 is in line with what families would expect of a school of this size.
Learning support & SEN
- SEN support
- 2.45%
- EHC plans
- 0.67%
- English as additional language
- 7.5%
- Free school meals
- 20.9%
Ethos & heritage
- Boarding
- No
Inspection reports
- Ofsted overall
- Not judged
- Quality of education
- Good
- Behaviour & attitudes
- Outstanding
- Last inspected
- 21 January 2025
The last word
A consistently high-performing boys' grammar where strong results sit alongside genuinely outstanding behaviour and personal development. A well-rounded choice for boys who thrive on academic challenge.
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Dover Grammar School for Boys 11+: frequently asked questions
Where is Dover Grammar School for Boys located?
Dover Grammar School for Boys is located at Astor Avenue, Dover, CT17 0DQ.
What type of school is Dover Grammar School for Boys?
Dover Grammar School for Boys is a state grammar school in South East.
What subjects does Dover Grammar School for Boys test in the 11+?
Dover Grammar School for Boys tests English, Maths, Non-Verbal Reasoning and Verbal Reasoning at 11+.
Which exam board does Dover Grammar School for Boys use for the 11+?
Dover Grammar School for Boys's 11+ uses GL Assessment.
When is the Dover Grammar School for Boys 11+ exam?
For the 2027 entry, the Dover Grammar School for Boys 11+ exam is on 10 September 2026.
How do I apply to Dover Grammar School for Boys?
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 Dover Grammar School for Boys 11+ offers released?
For 2027 entry, Dover Grammar School for Boys releases offers on 1 March 2027.
Which consortium does Dover Grammar School for Boys belong to?
Dover Grammar School for Boys is part of the Kent Test consortium.
How many places does Dover Grammar School for Boys offer?
Dover Grammar School for Boys has a published admission number of 150 places.
How many pupils attend Dover Grammar School for Boys?
Dover Grammar School for Boys has approximately 899 pupils on roll.
What is Dover Grammar School for Boys's Ofsted rating?
Dover Grammar School for Boys was rated "Not judged" by Ofsted at its inspection on 21 January 2025.
Compiled from public data. Last checked June 2026.