Maidstone Grammar School
Maidstone, Kent, South East · ME15 7BT
One of Kent's selective boys' grammar schools, Maidstone Grammar admits 205 pupils each year through the GL Assessment-based Kent Test. With around 1,415 boys on roll against a capacity of 1,393, the school is running slightly over its official numbers and sits firmly in the large category. Roughly one in five pupils speaks English as an additional language, while the proportion eligible for free school meals, at 7.3%, is comparatively low.
1,415
Pupils
205
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- Gender
- Boys
- Type
- state grammar school
- Pupils
- 1,415
- Pupil:teacher ratio
- 20
- Location
- Maidstone, Kent, South East
- Website
- www.mgs.kent.sch.uk
Entrance & admissions
- Consortium
- Kent Test
- Exam board
- GL Assessment
- Subjects tested
- English, Maths, Non-Verbal Reasoning, Verbal Reasoning
- Places (PAN)
- 205
- 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
68.4
National average 46.9
GCSE grade 5+ (English & Maths)
92%
National average 47%
Teaching & academics
Results here are strong and consistent: 92% of pupils achieve grade 5 or above in English and Maths, almost double the national average of 47%. The average Attainment 8 score of 68.4 is well ahead of the national 46.9, marking this out as a high-performing academic environment. A pupil-to-teacher ratio of about 20 is typical for a school of this scale.
Learning support & SEN
- SEN support
- 2.05%
- EHC plans
- 0.28%
- English as additional language
- 20.1%
- Free school meals
- 7.3%
Ethos & heritage
- Boarding
- No
The last word
A well-established selective boys' school for families confident in the Kent Test, where academic results sit comfortably above national norms.
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Maidstone Grammar School 11+: frequently asked questions
Where is Maidstone Grammar School located?
Maidstone Grammar School is located at Barton Road, Maidstone, ME15 7BT.
What type of school is Maidstone Grammar School?
Maidstone Grammar School is a state grammar school in South East.
What subjects does Maidstone Grammar School test in the 11+?
Maidstone Grammar School tests English, Maths, Non-Verbal Reasoning and Verbal Reasoning at 11+.
Which exam board does Maidstone Grammar School use for the 11+?
Maidstone Grammar School's 11+ uses GL Assessment.
When is the Maidstone Grammar School 11+ exam?
For the 2027 entry, the Maidstone Grammar School 11+ exam is on 10 September 2026.
How do I apply to Maidstone Grammar School?
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 Maidstone Grammar School 11+ offers released?
For 2027 entry, Maidstone Grammar School releases offers on 1 March 2027.
Which consortium does Maidstone Grammar School belong to?
Maidstone Grammar School is part of the Kent Test consortium.
How many places does Maidstone Grammar School offer?
Maidstone Grammar School has a published admission number of 205 places.
How many pupils attend Maidstone Grammar School?
Maidstone Grammar School has approximately 1,415 pupils on roll.
Compiled from public data. Last checked June 2026.