Mayfield Grammar School, Gravesend
Gravesend, Kent County Council, South East · DA11 0JE
A selective girls' grammar in Gravesend, Mayfield carries an Ofsted judgement of Outstanding across every main area, from quality of education to behaviour and leadership. It is a notably large school, with around 1,430 girls on roll against a capacity of 1,207, so families should expect a full and busy site. Roughly one in four pupils speaks English as an additional language, pointing to a diverse intake. Admission at 11 runs through the Kent Test consortium.
1,430
Pupils
Outstanding
Ofsted
210
Places (PAN)
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- Gender
- Girls
- Type
- state grammar school
- Pupils
- 1,430
- Pupil:teacher ratio
- 16
- Location
- Gravesend, Kent County Council, South East
- Website
- http://www.mgsg.kent.sch.uk/
Entrance & admissions
- Consortium
- Kent Test
- Exam board
- GL Assessment
- Subjects tested
- English, Maths, Non-Verbal Reasoning, Verbal Reasoning
- Places (PAN)
- 210
- 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
64.3
National average 46.9
GCSE grade 5+ (English & Maths)
85%
National average 47%
Teaching & academics
Results sit well above national benchmarks: an Attainment 8 score of 64.3 compares with a national average of 46.9, and 85% of girls secure grade 5 or above in English and Maths, against 47% nationally. The curriculum spans GCSE and A-level, with the EPQ available to stretch sixth-formers further. While the main school is rated Outstanding, Ofsted judged the sixth form Good, a useful distinction for those weighing post-16 options.
Sixth form
Qualifications offered
Learning support & SEN
- SEN support
- 3.71%
- EHC plans
- 0.21%
- English as additional language
- 24.9%
- Free school meals
- 13.3%
Ethos & heritage
- Religious character
- None
- Boarding
- No
Inspection reports
- Ofsted overall
- Outstanding
- Quality of education
- Outstanding
- Behaviour & attitudes
- Outstanding
- Last inspected
- 30 April 2024
The last word
A high-performing, oversubscribed girls' grammar where strong results and an Outstanding inspection record speak for themselves. Entry is competitive and assessed through the Kent Test.
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Mayfield Grammar School, Gravesend 11+: frequently asked questions
Where is Mayfield Grammar School, Gravesend located?
Mayfield Grammar School, Gravesend is located at Pelham Road, Gravesend, DA11 0JE.
What type of school is Mayfield Grammar School, Gravesend?
Mayfield Grammar School, Gravesend is a state grammar school in South East.
What subjects does Mayfield Grammar School, Gravesend test in the 11+?
Mayfield Grammar School, Gravesend tests English, Maths, Non-Verbal Reasoning and Verbal Reasoning at 11+.
Which exam board does Mayfield Grammar School, Gravesend use for the 11+?
Mayfield Grammar School, Gravesend's 11+ uses GL Assessment.
When is the Mayfield Grammar School, Gravesend 11+ exam?
For the 2027 entry, the Mayfield Grammar School, Gravesend 11+ exam is on 10 September 2026.
How do I apply to Mayfield Grammar School, Gravesend?
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 Mayfield Grammar School, Gravesend 11+ offers released?
For 2027 entry, Mayfield Grammar School, Gravesend releases offers on 1 March 2027.
Which consortium does Mayfield Grammar School, Gravesend belong to?
Mayfield Grammar School, Gravesend is part of the Kent Test consortium.
How many places does Mayfield Grammar School, Gravesend offer?
Mayfield Grammar School, Gravesend has a published admission number of 210 places.
How many pupils attend Mayfield Grammar School, Gravesend?
Mayfield Grammar School, Gravesend has approximately 1,430 pupils on roll.
What is Mayfield Grammar School, Gravesend's Ofsted rating?
Mayfield Grammar School, Gravesend was rated "Outstanding" by Ofsted at its inspection on 30 April 2024.
Compiled from public data. Last checked June 2026.