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Holcombe Grammar School
Holcombe, Maidstone Road, Chatham, Kent, ME4 6JB, Medway
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
81.2 / 100
Top 19%
Better than 81% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Good
Pupils
1,036
Capacity
1,000
Ages
11–18
Gender
Boys
Occupancy
104%
Summary
With a Good rating from Ofsted and strong GCSE results, this school demonstrates impressive academic performance, particularly with an Attainment 8 score in the top 6% nationally. A remarkable 97% of students achieve grade 4 or above in English and Maths, while 85% secure grade 5 or higher, indicating a solid foundation in core subjects. The high EBacc entry rate of 97% further reflects a commitment to a broad and balanced curriculum, making it an appealing choice for parents seeking a strong educational environment.
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Last inspected: 30 September 2014Older 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. | 62.4 | 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%. | 97% | Top 4% 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%. | 85% | 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 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%. | 61% | Top 6% UK |
Pupil Ethnicity
White British41.4%
Black African35.7%
Asian Indian3.9%
Mixed Other3.8%
White Other3.4%
Asian Other1.7%
Black Other1.7%
Mixed W+Asian1.5%
Mixed W+B African1.4%
Asian Pakistani1.4%
Mixed W+B Carib.1.2%
Asian Bangladeshi1.1%
Other0.5%
Black Caribbean0.5%
Asian Chinese0.4%
White Irish0.1%
Location
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51.36627, 0.51950 · ME4 6JB
School details
Local authorityMedway
RegionSouth East
URN136594
School typeAcademy converter
Websitewww.holcombegrammar.org.uk
Frequently asked questions
What is Holcombe Grammar School rated by Ofsted?
Holcombe Grammar School was rated "Good" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 30 September 2014.
Is Holcombe Grammar School a good school?
Holcombe Grammar School scores 81.2/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the top 19% 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 Holcombe Grammar School in GCSEs?
Holcombe Grammar School achieved an Attainment 8 score of 62.4. 97% of pupils achieved grade 9–4 in English and Maths.
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