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Highsted Grammar School
Highsted Road, Sittingbourne, Kent, ME10 4PT, Kent
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
80.0 / 100
Top 20%
Better than 80% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Good
Pupils
832
Capacity
830
Ages
11–18
Gender
Girls
Occupancy
100%
Summary
With a recent Ofsted rating of Good, this secondary school demonstrates strong academic performance, boasting a GCSE Attainment 8 score in the top 7% nationally. An impressive 94% of students achieve a grade 4 or higher in English and Maths, while 82% secure a grade 5 or above, indicating a solid foundation in core subjects. Additionally, a high EBacc entry rate of 97% reflects a commitment to a broad curriculum, making it an appealing choice for parents seeking a strong educational environment.
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Last inspected: 17 January 2023Quality Of Education: GoodPersonal Development: GoodBehaviour & Attitudes: GoodLeadership & 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. | 61.1 | Top 7% 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%. | 94% | 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%. | 82% | Top 5% 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%. | 97% | Top 4% 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%. | 68% | Top 4% UK |
Pupil Ethnicity
White British68.8%
Black African10.9%
White Other5.8%
Mixed Other3.2%
Mixed W+Asian2.4%
Asian Indian1.7%
Asian Bangladeshi1.4%
Mixed W+B African1.2%
Asian Other1.1%
Mixed W+B Carib.0.8%
Other0.7%
Asian Chinese0.7%
Black Other0.4%
White Irish0.2%
Black Caribbean0.2%
Location
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51.33369, 0.73728 · ME10 4PT
School details
Local authorityKent
RegionSouth East
URN136305
School typeAcademy converter
Websitewww.highsted.kent.sch.uk
Frequently asked questions
What is Highsted Grammar School rated by Ofsted?
Highsted Grammar School was rated "Good" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 17 January 2023.
Is Highsted Grammar School a good school?
Highsted Grammar School scores 80.0/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the top 20% 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 Highsted Grammar School in GCSEs?
Highsted Grammar School achieved an Attainment 8 score of 61.1. 94% of pupils achieved grade 9–4 in English and Maths.
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