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Dartford Science & Technology College

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Dartford Science & Technology College

Heath Lane, Dartford, DA1 2LY

Foundation school · Ages 11–18 · Non-selective · Girls

Ofsted
Good
Mar 2017

Historical inspection outcome; read the latest report for the full findings.

Academic picture

49.0school · 46.0 national reference

Attainment 8 · 2024/25. Average GCSE points across eight subjects, not a percentage.

Why is Progress 8 unavailable?

Progress 8 is unavailable nationally for this year because the cohort's KS2 baseline tests were cancelled. This is not a negative judgement on the school.

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Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

GCSE Results (Secondary)

Key performance measures— 2024/25

Attainment 8
49.0
Progress 8?
N/A
9-7 Grades
24.9%
Basics 9-5
54.5%

Exam attainment

Attainment 8 · GCSE points across eight subjects, not a percentage or a measure of progress.

School · 2024/25

49.0

National · same year

46.0

SchoolNational reference
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Attainment 8 values by academic year
YearSchoolNational
2022/2345.046.4
2023/2442.146.4
2024/2549.046.0

Learning progress

Progress 8 · Progress compared with pupils who had similar prior attainment. Zero is the national progress baseline.

School · 2024/25

Not available

National · same year

Not available

SchoolNational reference
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Progress 8 values by academic year
YearSchoolNational
2022/23+0.010.00
2023/24-0.040.00
2024/25Not availableNot available

Progress 8 is unavailable for 2024/25 because the cohort's KS2 baseline tests were cancelled nationally. Missing values are not zero.

Grades at or above each threshold

These percentages overlap: grades 9–7 are also included in 9–5 and 9–4. Do not add the lines together.

9–7% / 9–5% / 9–4% available from 2023/24; no grade breakdown for 2022/23

EBacc Measures

EBacc Entry
17.9%
EBacc APS
4.11
EBacc 9-5
11.0%
EBacc 9-4
13.8%
How to read Progress 8 vs Attainment 8Two numbers, two different stories. The 6-min explainer for parents.

A-Level Results (Post-16)

Key A-Level performance measures— 2024/25

APS per Entry
23.84
A*-A Grades
2.0%
A*-B Grades
18.2%
AAB+ %
0.0%

APS per Entry

National avgSelective avg

Grade Distribution (%)

A*-A% / A*-B% available from 2023/24; no grade breakdown for 2022/23

Based on 67 students entered

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Nearby secondary schools

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Dartford Grammar School for Girls
0.18 km away · Academy converter
Outstanding
Dartford Grammar School
0.4 km away · Academy converter
Outstanding
North Kent College
1.06 km away · Further education
Wilmington Grammar School for Girls
1.41 km away · Academy converter
Good
Wilmington Grammar School for Boys
1.63 km away · Academy converter
Good

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About Dartford Science & Technology College

Dartford Science & Technology College is a secondary school in Dartford, Kent. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2017 inspection). Latest published results: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 49.0. The school has around 855 pupils on roll. Compare the available school details with nearby alternatives to help build your shortlist.

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Location: Heath Lane, Dartford, DA1 2LY | More schools in Kent

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for Dartford Science & Technology College, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

  1. Mar 2022 — School remains Good
  2. Mar 2017 — Good

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

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Frequently asked questions about Dartford Science & Technology College

What is Dartford Science & Technology College's Ofsted rating?
Dartford Science & Technology College received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2017 inspection.
What are Dartford Science & Technology College's latest exam results?
Dartford Science & Technology College: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 49.0. Check the source and academic year shown with each result.
Where is Dartford Science & Technology College located?
Dartford Science & Technology College is a secondary school in Dartford, Kent (DA1 2LY).
How many pupils attend Dartford Science & Technology College?
Dartford Science & Technology College has around 855 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.
How can I compare Dartford Science & Technology College with other schools?
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