SecondaryData as of May 2026

Dover Grammar School for Girls

Frith Road, Dover, CT16 2PZ

A Good-rated secondary school in Dover.

Community school

Girls

Pupils

872

Ages

11-18

FSM

18.3%

Attainment 8

59.8

Ofsted

Good

Mar 2025

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This is a grammar school

Entry is by the 11+ exam, sat in September of Year 6

Selection: Selective grammar
Exam system: GL Assessment

Admits by the 11+ exam; many grammars also use distance or catchment as a tie-breaker once the pass mark is met.

You must register for the Kent Test directly with Kent County Council, usually by the start of July before the September test.

Grammars in Kent Understand the 11+How to apply

11+ details as of 2026-05. Always confirm with the local authority or consortium.

Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

GCSE Results (Secondary)

Key performance measures— 2024/25

Attainment 8

59.8

Progress 8?

N/A

9-7 Grades

40.9%

Basics 9-5

74.4%

Trend — Attainment 8 & Progress 8

Progress 8 not available for 2024/25 — DfE cannot calculate it because COVID-19 cancelled this cohort's KS2 SATs (the baseline). Expected to return in 2026/27.

Grade Distribution (%)

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

EBacc Measures

EBacc Entry

84.2%

EBacc APS

5.75

EBacc 9-5

52.6%

EBacc 9-4

69.2%

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

35.01

A*-A Grades

25.2%

A*-B Grades

52.3%

AAB+ %

15.6%

APS per Entry

National avgSelective avg

Grade Distribution (%)

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

Based on 137 students entered

Community & Reviews

What parents say and who teaches here

Parent Reviews

Location & Area

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About Dover Grammar School for Girls

Dover Grammar School for Girls is a secondary school in Dover, Kent. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2025 inspection). According to the latest Ofsted Parent View survey (Sept 2025, 113 responses), 84% of parents would recommend this school. Latest published results: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 59.8. The school has around 872 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

Location: Frith Road, Dover, CT16 2PZ | More schools in Kent

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for Dover Grammar School for Girls, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

Mar 2025 — Good
Nov 2013 — Outstanding

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Schools near Dover Grammar School for Girls

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Frequently asked questions about Dover Grammar School for Girls

What is Dover Grammar School for Girls's Ofsted rating?

Dover Grammar School for Girls received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2025 inspection.

What do parents say about Dover Grammar School for Girls?

Ofsted Parent View (Sept 2025, 113 responses): 84% of parents would recommend Dover Grammar School for Girls.

What are Dover Grammar School for Girls's latest exam results?

Dover Grammar School for Girls: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 59.8. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.

Where is Dover Grammar School for Girls located?

Dover Grammar School for Girls is a secondary school in Dover, Kent (CT16 2PZ).

How many pupils attend Dover Grammar School for Girls?

Dover Grammar School for Girls has around 872 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

How can I compare Dover Grammar School for Girls with other schools?

View Dover Grammar School for Girls's full profile on FavSchools for multi-year results and Ofsted history, then use the comparison tool or interactive map to explore nearby alternatives in Kent.