Dover Grammar School for Girls
Dover, Kent, South East · CT16 2PZ
A selective girls' grammar in Dover, this school combines strong academic outcomes with a notably balanced intake. Almost one pupil in five is eligible for free school meals, which is high for a grammar setting, and around one in ten speaks English as an additional language. With 872 girls against a capacity of 885, it is full but not overcrowded. Ofsted's most recent visit rated quality of education, behaviour, personal development, leadership and the sixth form all Good.
872
Pupils
Not judged
Ofsted
140
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- Gender
- Girls
- Type
- state grammar school
- Pupils
- 872
- Pupil:teacher ratio
- 16.2
- Location
- Dover, Kent, South East
- Website
- http://dggs.kent.sch.uk/
Entrance & admissions
- Consortium
- Kent Test
- Exam board
- GL Assessment
- Subjects tested
- English, Maths, Non-Verbal Reasoning, Verbal Reasoning
- Places (PAN)
- 140
- 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
59.9
National average 46.9
GCSE grade 5+ (English & Maths)
75%
National average 47%
Teaching & academics
Results sit well above national benchmarks. The average Attainment 8 score of 59.9 comfortably exceeds the national figure of 46.9, and 75% of pupils secure grade 5 or above in English and Maths against a national average of 47%. A pupil-to-teacher ratio of 16.2 supports a sixth form that Ofsted also judged Good.
Learning support & SEN
- SEN support
- 6.54%
- EHC plans
- 0.92%
- English as additional language
- 10.8%
- Free school meals
- 18.3%
Ethos & heritage
- Boarding
- No
Inspection reports
- Ofsted overall
- Not judged
- Quality of education
- Good
- Behaviour & attitudes
- Good
- Last inspected
- 4 March 2025
The last word
A solid, well-regarded girls' grammar that delivers high results across a genuinely mixed community. Entry is via the Kent Test, so families should prepare for English, Maths and reasoning.
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Dover Grammar School for Girls 11+: frequently asked questions
Where is Dover Grammar School for Girls located?
Dover Grammar School for Girls is located at Frith Road, Dover, CT16 2PZ.
What type of school is Dover Grammar School for Girls?
Dover Grammar School for Girls is a state grammar school in South East.
What subjects does Dover Grammar School for Girls test in the 11+?
Dover Grammar School for Girls tests English, Maths, Non-Verbal Reasoning and Verbal Reasoning at 11+.
Which exam board does Dover Grammar School for Girls use for the 11+?
Dover Grammar School for Girls's 11+ uses GL Assessment.
When is the Dover Grammar School for Girls 11+ exam?
For the 2027 entry, the Dover Grammar School for Girls 11+ exam is on 10 September 2026.
How do I apply to Dover 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 Dover Grammar School for Girls 11+ offers released?
For 2027 entry, Dover Grammar School for Girls releases offers on 1 March 2027.
Which consortium does Dover Grammar School for Girls belong to?
Dover Grammar School for Girls is part of the Kent Test consortium.
How many places does Dover Grammar School for Girls offer?
Dover Grammar School for Girls has a published admission number of 140 places.
How many pupils attend Dover Grammar School for Girls?
Dover Grammar School for Girls has approximately 872 pupils on roll.
What is Dover Grammar School for Girls's Ofsted rating?
Dover Grammar School for Girls was rated "Not judged" by Ofsted at its inspection on 4 March 2025.
Compiled from public data. Last checked June 2026.