The Judd School
Tonbridge, Kent, South East · TN9 2PN
A selective boys' grammar in Tonbridge, The Judd School draws bright pupils from across Kent through the Kent Test. With around 1,499 boys on roll against a capacity of 1,261, it operates well above its nominal size, a sign of sustained demand for its 180 places at age 11. Every Ofsted strand assessed - quality of education, behaviour, personal development, leadership and sixth form - was rated Outstanding. Competition for entry is keen, and families should expect a thorough 11+ assessment.
1,499
Pupils
Not judged
Ofsted
180
Places (PAN)
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- Gender
- Boys
- Type
- state grammar school
- Pupils
- 1,499
- Pupil:teacher ratio
- 17.6
- Location
- Tonbridge, Kent, South East
- Website
- http://judd.online
Entrance & admissions
- Consortium
- Kent Test
- Exam board
- GL Assessment
- Subjects tested
- English, Maths, Non-Verbal Reasoning, Verbal Reasoning
- Places (PAN)
- 180
- 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
78.4
National average 46.9
GCSE grade 5+ (English & Maths)
98%
National average 47%
Teaching & academics
Academic results sit far above national norms: an Attainment 8 score of 78.4 dwarfs the national average of 46.9, and 98% of pupils secure a grade 5 or above in English and Maths, against 47% nationally. Ofsted judged the quality of education Outstanding, with the sixth form earning the same grade. A pupil-to-teacher ratio of 17.6 supports a busy, demanding learning environment.
Learning support & SEN
- SEN support
- 2.87%
- EHC plans
- 2.13%
- English as additional language
- 15.1%
- Free school meals
- 2.6%
Ethos & heritage
- Boarding
- No
Inspection reports
- Ofsted overall
- Not judged
- Quality of education
- Outstanding
- Behaviour & attitudes
- Outstanding
- Last inspected
- 11 March 2025
The last word
A high-performing boys' grammar where strong results meet across-the-board Outstanding judgements - and where places are in plainly high demand.
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The Judd School 11+: frequently asked questions
Where is The Judd School located?
The Judd School is located at Brook Street, Tonbridge, TN9 2PN.
What type of school is The Judd School?
The Judd School is a state grammar school in South East.
What subjects does The Judd School test in the 11+?
The Judd School tests English, Maths, Non-Verbal Reasoning and Verbal Reasoning at 11+.
Which exam board does The Judd School use for the 11+?
The Judd School's 11+ uses GL Assessment.
When is the The Judd School 11+ exam?
For the 2027 entry, the The Judd School 11+ exam is on 10 September 2026.
How do I apply to The Judd 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 The Judd School 11+ offers released?
For 2027 entry, The Judd School releases offers on 1 March 2027.
Which consortium does The Judd School belong to?
The Judd School is part of the Kent Test consortium.
How many places does The Judd School offer?
The Judd School has a published admission number of 180 places.
How many pupils attend The Judd School?
The Judd School has approximately 1,499 pupils on roll.
What is The Judd School's Ofsted rating?
The Judd School was rated "Not judged" by Ofsted at its inspection on 11 March 2025.
Compiled from public data. Last checked June 2026.