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Simon Langton Grammar School for Boys

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Simon Langton Grammar School for Boys

Langton Lane, Nackington Road, Canterbury, CT4 7AS

Foundation school · Ages 11–18 · Selective · Boys

Ofsted
Outstanding
Nov 2013

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

Academic picture

66.6school · 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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Before you apply

Confirm entry-year admission rules, places and selection requirements with the school or local authority.

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 KentUnderstand 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
66.6
Progress 8?
N/A
9-7 Grades
51.1%
Basics 9-5
88.9%

Exam attainment

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

School · 2024/25

66.6

National · same year

46.0

SchoolNational reference
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Attainment 8 values by academic year
YearSchoolNational
2022/2368.546.4
2023/2466.046.4
2024/2566.646.0

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+0.460.00
2023/24+0.250.00
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
42.0%
EBacc APS
5.91
EBacc 9-5
35.2%
EBacc 9-4
39.5%
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
38.58
A*-A Grades
34.1%
A*-B Grades
62.6%
AAB+ %
23.4%

APS per Entry

National avgSelective avg

Grade Distribution (%)

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

Based on 214 students entered

Community & Reviews

What parents say and who teaches here

Location & Area

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Nearby secondary schools

Closest alternatives within 15 km.

Simon Langton Girls' Grammar School
0.93 km away · Voluntary controlled school
Good
St Anselm's Catholic School, Canterbury
1.08 km away · Academy converter
Good
St Nicholas' School
1.09 km away · Community special school
Good
The Orchard School
1.1 km away · Foundation special school
Good
The Worthgate School
1.15 km away · Other independent school

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About Simon Langton Grammar School for Boys

Simon Langton Grammar School for Boys is a secondary school in Canterbury, Kent. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Outstanding (2013 inspection). According to the latest Ofsted Parent View survey (Sept 2025, 565 responses), 94% of parents would recommend this school. Latest published results: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 66.6. The school has around 1,211 pupils on roll. Compare the available school details with nearby alternatives to help build your shortlist.

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Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for Simon Langton Grammar School for Boys, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

  1. Nov 2013 — Outstanding

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

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Frequently asked questions about Simon Langton Grammar School for Boys

What is Simon Langton Grammar School for Boys's Ofsted rating?
Simon Langton Grammar School for Boys received a Outstanding rating from Ofsted following its 2013 inspection.
What do parents say about Simon Langton Grammar School for Boys?
Ofsted Parent View (Sept 2025, 565 responses): 94% of parents would recommend Simon Langton Grammar School for Boys.
What are Simon Langton Grammar School for Boys's latest exam results?
Simon Langton Grammar School for Boys: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 66.6. Check the source and academic year shown with each result.
Where is Simon Langton Grammar School for Boys located?
Simon Langton Grammar School for Boys is a secondary school in Canterbury, Kent (CT4 7AS).
How many pupils attend Simon Langton Grammar School for Boys?
Simon Langton Grammar School for Boys has around 1,211 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.
How can I compare Simon Langton Grammar School for Boys with other schools?
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