Oakwood Park Grammar School
Maidstone, Kent, South East · ME16 8AH
A selective boys' grammar in Maidstone, Oakwood Park sits within the Kent Test consortium and draws pupils through one of the more familiar 11+ routes in the county. The school is large, with around 1,088 boys on roll against a capacity of 1,035, so it is currently operating slightly over its stated number. Around one in seven pupils speaks English as an additional language, while the proportion eligible for free school meals, at 7.2%, sits below what many schools see. Inspected by Ofsted, it offers a sizeable 160 places at Year 7.
1,088
Pupils
160
Places (PAN)
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- Gender
- Boys
- Type
- state grammar school
- Pupils
- 1,088
- Pupil:teacher ratio
- 18.6
- Location
- Maidstone, Kent, South East
- Website
- http://www.opgs.org
Entrance & admissions
- Consortium
- Kent Test
- Exam board
- GL Assessment
- Subjects tested
- English, Maths, Non-Verbal Reasoning, Verbal Reasoning
- Places (PAN)
- 160
- 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
68.9
National average 46.9
GCSE grade 5+ (English & Maths)
93%
National average 47%
Teaching & academics
Results here are notably strong. The average Attainment 8 score of 68.9 stands well above the national figure of 46.9, and 93% of pupils secure a grade 5 or above in English and Maths, against a national average of 47%. A pupil-to-teacher ratio of 18.6 is typical for a school of this size, and the outcomes suggest a settled, high-achieving academic culture.
Learning support & SEN
- SEN support
- 1.84%
- EHC plans
- 0.46%
- English as additional language
- 14.6%
- Free school meals
- 7.2%
Ethos & heritage
- Boarding
- No
The last word
A large, academically successful boys' grammar for families confident their son will thrive in a selective, results-focused environment. Entry runs through the Kent Test, so early preparation in all four assessed areas matters.
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Oakwood Park Grammar School 11+: frequently asked questions
Where is Oakwood Park Grammar School located?
Oakwood Park Grammar School is located at Oakwood Park, Maidstone, ME16 8AH.
What type of school is Oakwood Park Grammar School?
Oakwood Park Grammar School is a state grammar school in South East.
What subjects does Oakwood Park Grammar School test in the 11+?
Oakwood Park Grammar School tests English, Maths, Non-Verbal Reasoning and Verbal Reasoning at 11+.
Which exam board does Oakwood Park Grammar School use for the 11+?
Oakwood Park Grammar School's 11+ uses GL Assessment.
When is the Oakwood Park Grammar School 11+ exam?
For the 2027 entry, the Oakwood Park Grammar School 11+ exam is on 10 September 2026.
How do I apply to Oakwood Park 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 Oakwood Park Grammar School 11+ offers released?
For 2027 entry, Oakwood Park Grammar School releases offers on 1 March 2027.
Which consortium does Oakwood Park Grammar School belong to?
Oakwood Park Grammar School is part of the Kent Test consortium.
How many places does Oakwood Park Grammar School offer?
Oakwood Park Grammar School has a published admission number of 160 places.
How many pupils attend Oakwood Park Grammar School?
Oakwood Park Grammar School has approximately 1,088 pupils on roll.
Compiled from public data. Last checked June 2026.