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Tunbridge Wells Grammar School for Boys
St John's Road, Tunbridge Wells, Kent, TN4 9XB, Kent
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
82.5 / 100
Top 18%
Better than 83% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Good
Pupils
1,799
Capacity
1,308
Ages
11–18
Gender
Boys
Occupancy
138%
Summary
With a Good rating from Ofsted and impressive GCSE results, including an Attainment 8 score in the top 6% nationally, this school demonstrates strong academic performance. A remarkable 96% of students achieve grade 4 or above in English and Maths, with 91% securing grade 5 or higher. The school's high EBacc entry rate of 81% further reflects its commitment to a well-rounded education, making it a compelling choice for parents seeking quality secondary education.
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Last inspected: 10 January 2013Older inspection ⓘLeadership & Management: Good
GCSE Results
| Metric | Value | vs UK |
|---|---|---|
| Attainment 8Combined grade score across a pupil's best 8 GCSEs. Higher = stronger academic outcomes. National average ~46.7. | 63.7 | Top 6% UK |
| English & Maths — Standard pass (grade 4+)Share of pupils who achieved grade 4+ in both English and Maths. Grade 4 is the minimum threshold for most employers and sixth forms. National average ~64%. | 96% | Top 5% UK |
| English & Maths — Strong pass (grade 5+)Share of pupils achieving grade 5+ in both English and Maths. Required by many universities and competitive sixth-form programmes. National average ~44%. | 91% | Top 4% UK |
| EBacc — Entry rate% of pupils who sat GCSEs in the full EBacc suite: English, Maths, History or Geography, a language, and Sciences. Signals a broad academic curriculum. National average ~39%. | 81% | Top 6% UK |
| EBacc — Achievement (grade 5+)% of pupils who achieved grade 5+ across all EBacc subjects. Reflects both curriculum breadth and academic rigour. National average ~22%. | 60% | Top 6% UK |
Pupil Ethnicity
White British71.4%
Asian Indian5.4%
White Other5.2%
Mixed Other3.8%
Mixed W+Asian2.8%
Black African2.4%
Asian Chinese2.2%
Mixed W+B Carib.0.9%
Asian Pakistani0.9%
Other0.8%
Asian Bangladeshi0.8%
Mixed W+B African0.7%
Asian Other0.6%
White Irish0.5%
Black Other0.1%
Black Caribbean0.1%
Location
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51.15087, 0.26109 · TN4 9XB
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Frequently asked questions
What is Tunbridge Wells Grammar School for Boys rated by Ofsted?
Tunbridge Wells Grammar School for Boys was rated "Good" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 10 January 2013.
Is Tunbridge Wells Grammar School for Boys a good school?
Tunbridge Wells Grammar School for Boys scores 82.5/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the top 18% of all open schools in England. The score is a composite of Ofsted inspection results, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction surveys.
How do pupils perform at Tunbridge Wells Grammar School for Boys in GCSEs?
Tunbridge Wells Grammar School for Boys achieved an Attainment 8 score of 63.7. 96% of pupils achieved grade 9–4 in English and Maths.
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