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Dartford Grammar School for Girls
Shepherds Lane, Dartford, Kent, DA1 2NT, Kent
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
98.7 / 100
Top 1%
Better than 99% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Outstanding
Pupils
1,248
Capacity
1,119
Ages
11–18
Gender
Girls
Occupancy
112%
Summary
With an Outstanding rating from Ofsted and exceptional GCSE results, this school boasts an Attainment 8 score of 75.5, placing it in the top 2% nationally. An impressive 98% of students achieve grade 4 or above in English and Maths, while 95% secure grade 5 or higher, indicating strong academic performance. The school's LocaleIQ score of 98.7 reflects its high standing in comparison to other institutions, making it an excellent choice for parents seeking a high-quality education for their daughters.
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Last inspected: 21 June 2016Exempt from re-inspection ⓘLeadership & Management: Outstanding
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. | 75.5 | Top 2% 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%. | 98% | Top 3% 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%. | 95% | Top 3% 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%. | 80% | Top 2% 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%. | 80% | Top 2% UK |
Pupil Ethnicity
Black African38.3%
Asian Indian14.7%
Asian Other11.5%
White British7.8%
Asian Bangladeshi5.8%
Asian Chinese4.7%
Mixed Other4.3%
White Other4.2%
Asian Pakistani2.9%
Other2.0%
Mixed W+Asian1.3%
Black Caribbean0.9%
Mixed W+B African0.6%
Mixed W+B Carib.0.2%
Black Other0.2%
White Irish0.2%
Location
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51.44340, 0.20396 · DA1 2NT
School details
Local authorityKent
RegionSouth East
URN144100
School typeAcademy converter
Frequently asked questions
What is Dartford Grammar School for Girls rated by Ofsted?
Dartford Grammar School for Girls was rated "Outstanding" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 21 June 2016.
Is Dartford Grammar School for Girls a good school?
Dartford Grammar School for Girls scores 98.7/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the top 1% 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 Dartford Grammar School for Girls in GCSEs?
Dartford Grammar School for Girls achieved an Attainment 8 score of 75.5. 98% of pupils achieved grade 9–4 in English and Maths.
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