The Tiffin Girls' School
Kingston upon Thames, Surrey, Greater London · KT2 5PL
Few state schools post results as commanding as those at The Tiffin Girls' School, a superselective grammar in Kingston upon Thames. Entry at 11 runs through the Tiffin (Kingston) two-stage test, a bespoke assessment in English and Maths shared across the consortium, and competition for the 180 places is fierce. With around 1,256 girls on roll against a capacity of 1,001, the school operates well above its nominal size, placing it firmly in the large band. Around 40 per cent of pupils speak English as an additional language, reflecting a broad and ambitious intake.
1,256
Pupils
Outstanding
Ofsted
180
Places (PAN)
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- Gender
- Girls
- Type
- superselective grammar school
- Pupils
- 1,256
- Pupil:teacher ratio
- 18
- Location
- Kingston upon Thames, Surrey, Greater London
- Website
- http://www.tiffingirls.org
Entrance & admissions
- Consortium
- Tiffin (Kingston) two-stage test
- Exam board
- Bespoke
- Subjects tested
- English, Maths
- Places (PAN)
- 180
- Entry age
- 11
Key dates· 2027 entry
Exam dateNext
1 October 2026
Application deadline
31 October 2026
Offers date
1 March 2027
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Latest results
Attainment 8
85.3
National average 46.9
GCSE grade 5+ (English & Maths)
99%
National average 47%
Teaching & academics
The academic record here is exceptional: an average Attainment 8 score of 85.3 sits far above the national average of 46.9, and 99 per cent of girls secure grade 5 or above in English and Maths, against a national figure of 47 per cent. Ofsted judged the school Outstanding across every category at its most recent inspection, including quality of education and the sixth form. The pupil-to-teacher ratio of roughly 18 is typical for a large secondary, and results suggest teaching is consistently strong across the board.
Learning support & SEN
- SEN support
- 4.86%
- EHC plans
- 0.24%
- English as additional language
- 40.4%
- Free school meals
- 7.2%
Ethos & heritage
- Boarding
- No
Inspection reports
- Ofsted overall
- Outstanding
- Quality of education
- Outstanding
- Behaviour & attitudes
- Outstanding
- Last inspected
- 13 October 2021
The last word
A school for academically driven girls who relish a demanding two-stage entrance test and an Outstanding environment to match.
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The Tiffin Girls' School 11+: frequently asked questions
Where is The Tiffin Girls' School located?
The Tiffin Girls' School is located at Richmond Road, Kingston upon Thames, KT2 5PL.
What type of school is The Tiffin Girls' School?
The Tiffin Girls' School is a superselective state grammar school in Greater London.
What subjects does The Tiffin Girls' School test in the 11+?
The Tiffin Girls' School tests English and Maths at 11+.
Which exam board does The Tiffin Girls' School use for the 11+?
The Tiffin Girls' School's 11+ uses Bespoke.
When is the The Tiffin Girls' School 11+ exam?
For the 2027 entry, the The Tiffin Girls' School 11+ exam is on 1 October 2026.
How do I apply to The Tiffin Girls' School?
For 2027 entry, the application deadline is 31 October 2026.
When are The Tiffin Girls' School 11+ offers released?
For 2027 entry, The Tiffin Girls' School releases offers on 1 March 2027.
Which consortium does The Tiffin Girls' School belong to?
The Tiffin Girls' School is part of the Tiffin (Kingston) two-stage test consortium.
How many places does The Tiffin Girls' School offer?
The Tiffin Girls' School has a published admission number of 180 places.
How many pupils attend The Tiffin Girls' School?
The Tiffin Girls' School has approximately 1,256 pupils on roll.
What is The Tiffin Girls' School's Ofsted rating?
The Tiffin Girls' School was rated "Outstanding" by Ofsted at its inspection on 13 October 2021.
Compiled from public data. Last checked June 2026.