SecondaryData as of May 2026

Dover Grammar School for Boys

Astor Avenue, Dover, CT17 0DQ

A Good-rated secondary school in Dover.

Foundation school

Boys

Pupils

899

Ages

11-18

FSM

20.9%

Attainment 8

65.4

Ofsted

Good

Feb 2016

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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

65.4

Progress 8?

N/A

9-7 Grades

43.2%

Basics 9-5

93.0%

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

71.9%

EBacc APS

5.94

EBacc 9-5

41.2%

EBacc 9-4

57.0%

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

28.23

A*-A Grades

11.7%

A*-B Grades

32.3%

AAB+ %

5.6%

APS per Entry

National avgSelective avg

Grade Distribution (%)

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

Based on 99 students entered

Community & Reviews

What parents say and who teaches here

Parent Reviews

Location & Area

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About Dover Grammar School for Boys

Dover Grammar School for Boys is a secondary school in Dover, Kent. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2016 inspection). According to the latest Ofsted Parent View survey (Sept 2025, 214 responses), 99% of parents would recommend this school. Latest published results: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 65.4. The school has around 899 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

Location: Astor Avenue, Dover, CT17 0DQ | More schools in Kent

Ofsted inspection history

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

Oct 2019 — School remains Good
Oct 2019 — School remains Good
Feb 2016 — Good

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Schools near Dover Grammar School for Boys

Other open schools within about 5 km, with the same phase shown first where possible.

Frequently asked questions about Dover Grammar School for Boys

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

Dover Grammar School for Boys received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2016 inspection.

What do parents say about Dover Grammar School for Boys?

Ofsted Parent View (Sept 2025, 214 responses): 99% of parents would recommend Dover Grammar School for Boys.

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

Dover Grammar School for Boys: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 65.4. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.

Where is Dover Grammar School for Boys located?

Dover Grammar School for Boys is a secondary school in Dover, Kent (CT17 0DQ).

How many pupils attend Dover Grammar School for Boys?

Dover Grammar School for Boys has around 899 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

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

View Dover Grammar School for Boys'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.