Sir Roger Manwood's School
Sandwich, Kent, South East · CT13 9JX
A long-established mixed grammar in Sandwich, Sir Roger Manwood's draws academically able pupils from across Kent through the Kent Test. With just over 1,000 pupils against a capacity of 1,070, it is a large school running close to full. Ofsted rated it Good across every area at its most recent inspection, including the sixth form, pointing to a settled and consistent picture from Year 7 through to A level.
1,016
Pupils
Good
Ofsted
150
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- Gender
- Mixed
- Type
- state grammar school
- Pupils
- 1,016
- Pupil:teacher ratio
- 17.6
- Location
- Sandwich, Kent, South East
- Website
- http://www.manwoods.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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Latest results
Attainment 8
62.7
National average 46.9
GCSE grade 5+ (English & Maths)
81%
National average 47%
Teaching & academics
Results sit comfortably above national benchmarks: an Attainment 8 score of 62.7 against a national average of 46.9, and 81% of pupils securing grade 5 or above in English and Maths, compared with 47% nationally. A pupil-to-teacher ratio of around 17.6 is typical for a school of this size. These figures reflect the selective intake and a track record of strong academic outcomes.
Learning support & SEN
- SEN support
- 12.8%
- EHC plans
- 0.39%
- English as additional language
- 6%
- Free school meals
- 11.2%
Ethos & heritage
- Boarding
- No
Inspection reports
- Ofsted overall
- Good
- Quality of education
- Good
- Behaviour & attitudes
- Good
- Last inspected
- 27 September 2022
The last word
A solidly performing selective grammar for families confident their child will thrive in an academically stretching setting. Entry runs through the Kent Test, so early 11+ preparation matters.
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Sir Roger Manwood's School 11+: frequently asked questions
Where is Sir Roger Manwood's School located?
Sir Roger Manwood's School is located at Manwood Road, Sandwich, CT13 9JX.
What type of school is Sir Roger Manwood's School?
Sir Roger Manwood's School is a state grammar school in South East.
What subjects does Sir Roger Manwood's School test in the 11+?
Sir Roger Manwood's School tests English, Maths, Non-Verbal Reasoning and Verbal Reasoning at 11+.
Which exam board does Sir Roger Manwood's School use for the 11+?
Sir Roger Manwood's School's 11+ uses GL Assessment.
When is the Sir Roger Manwood's School 11+ exam?
For the 2027 entry, the Sir Roger Manwood's School 11+ exam is on 10 September 2026.
How do I apply to Sir Roger Manwood's 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 Sir Roger Manwood's School 11+ offers released?
For 2027 entry, Sir Roger Manwood's School releases offers on 1 March 2027.
Which consortium does Sir Roger Manwood's School belong to?
Sir Roger Manwood's School is part of the Kent Test consortium.
How many places does Sir Roger Manwood's School offer?
Sir Roger Manwood's School has a published admission number of 150 places.
How many pupils attend Sir Roger Manwood's School?
Sir Roger Manwood's School has approximately 1,016 pupils on roll.
What is Sir Roger Manwood's School's Ofsted rating?
Sir Roger Manwood's School was rated "Good" by Ofsted at its inspection on 27 September 2022.
Compiled from public data. Last checked June 2026.