The Rochester Grammar School
Rochester, Medway Council, South East · ME1 3BY
Founded in 1888, The Rochester Grammar School is a selective state grammar for girls in Rochester, and its academic results sit a long way above the national picture. With 1,171 pupils on roll against a capacity of 1,110, it is a large school running slightly over its stated size. Entry at 11 is competitive, and a sixth form of 182 students rounds out the school. Ofsted rated it Good across every category at inspection, including for its sixth form.
1,171
Pupils
Good
Ofsted
205
Places (PAN)
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- Gender
- Girls
- Type
- state grammar school
- Pupils
- 1,171
- Pupil:teacher ratio
- 16
- Location
- Rochester, Medway Council, South East
- Website
- http://www.rochestergrammar.org.uk
Entrance & admissions
- Consortium
- Medway Test
- Exam board
- GL Assessment
- Subjects tested
- English, Maths, Non-Verbal Reasoning, Verbal Reasoning
- Places (PAN)
- 205
- Entry age
- 11
Key dates· 2027 entry
Application deadlineNext
31 October 2026
Offers date
1 March 2027
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Headteacher
Headteacher Clare Brinklow
Latest results
Attainment 8
68.4
National average 46.9
GCSE grade 5+ (English & Maths)
92%
National average 47%
GCSE grade 9-7
52%
Teaching & academics
The headline figures are strong: an Attainment 8 score of 68.4 against a national average of 46.9, and 92% of pupils gaining grade 5 or above in English and Maths, compared with 47% nationally. Just over half of all grades fall in the 9-7 range. The curriculum is broad at the top end, with three modern languages offered and the IB available alongside A-levels in the sixth form, giving older students a genuine choice of pathway. Sciences, humanities and languages all feature prominently among popular GCSE choices.
Sixth form
- Sixth-form pupils
- 182
Qualifications offered
Learning support & SEN
- SEN support
- 1.45%
- EHC plans
- 0%
- English as additional language
- 22.6%
- Free school meals
- 10.5%
Arts & extracurricular
Languages
Popular GCSE subjects
Ethos & heritage
- Founded
- 1888
- Boarding
- No
Inspection reports
- Ofsted overall
- Good
- Quality of education
- Good
- Behaviour & attitudes
- Good
- Last inspected
- 17 January 2023
The last word
A high-achieving girls' grammar where the results speak for themselves and the sixth form offers both A-levels and the IB. Families should expect a competitive 11+ entry via the Medway Test.
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The Rochester Grammar School 11+: frequently asked questions
Where is The Rochester Grammar School located?
The Rochester Grammar School is located at Maidstone Road, Rochester, ME1 3BY.
What type of school is The Rochester Grammar School?
The Rochester Grammar School is a state grammar school in South East.
What subjects does The Rochester Grammar School test in the 11+?
The Rochester Grammar School tests English, Maths, Non-Verbal Reasoning and Verbal Reasoning at 11+.
Which exam board does The Rochester Grammar School use for the 11+?
The Rochester Grammar School's 11+ uses GL Assessment.
How do I apply to The Rochester Grammar School?
For 2027 entry, the application deadline is 31 October 2026.
When are The Rochester Grammar School 11+ offers released?
For 2027 entry, The Rochester Grammar School releases offers on 1 March 2027.
Which consortium does The Rochester Grammar School belong to?
The Rochester Grammar School is part of the Medway Test consortium.
How many places does The Rochester Grammar School offer?
The Rochester Grammar School has a published admission number of 205 places.
How many pupils attend The Rochester Grammar School?
The Rochester Grammar School has approximately 1,171 pupils on roll.
What is The Rochester Grammar School's Ofsted rating?
The Rochester Grammar School was rated "Good" by Ofsted at its inspection on 17 January 2023.
Compiled from public data. Last checked June 2026.