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Tonbridge Grammar School

Deakin Leas, Tonbridge, TN9 2JR

Academy converter · Ages 11–18 · Selective · Girls

Ofsted
Outstanding
Oct 2019

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

Academic picture

76.9school · 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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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.

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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
76.9
Progress 8?
N/A
9-7 Grades
77.0%
Basics 9-5
98.3%

Exam attainment

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

School · 2024/25

76.9

National · same year

46.0

SchoolNational reference
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Attainment 8 values by academic year
YearSchoolNational
2022/2377.346.4
2023/2479.446.4
2024/2576.946.0

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+0.760.00
2023/24+0.750.00
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
97.2%
EBacc APS
7.63
EBacc 9-5
91.6%
EBacc 9-4
95.5%
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
N/A
A*-A Grades
33.3%
A*-B Grades
33.3%
AAB+ %
N/A

APS per Entry

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Grade Distribution (%)

A*-A% / A*-B% data available for 2024/25 only

Based on 130 students entered

Community & Reviews

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Location & Area

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Nearby secondary schools

Closest alternatives within 15 km.

Weald of Kent Grammar School
0.44 km away · Academy converter
Good
Hillview School for Girls
0.75 km away · Academy converter
Good
The Judd School
0.82 km away · Voluntary aided school
Outstanding
Leigh Academy Tonbridge
1.06 km away · Academy converter
Good
Nexus Foundation Special School
1.73 km away · Foundation special school
Good

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About Tonbridge Grammar School

Tonbridge Grammar School is a secondary school in Tonbridge, Kent. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Outstanding (2019 inspection). According to the latest Ofsted Parent View survey (Sept 2025, 223 responses), 96% of parents would recommend this school. Latest published results: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 76.9. The school has around 1,164 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 Tonbridge Grammar School, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

  1. Dec 2024 — Standards maintained
  2. Oct 2019 — Outstanding
  3. Jun 2007 — Outstanding (predecessor: Tonbridge Grammar School)

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

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Frequently asked questions about Tonbridge Grammar School

What is Tonbridge Grammar School's Ofsted rating?
Tonbridge Grammar School received a Outstanding rating from Ofsted following its 2019 inspection.
What do parents say about Tonbridge Grammar School?
Ofsted Parent View (Sept 2025, 223 responses): 96% of parents would recommend Tonbridge Grammar School.
What are Tonbridge Grammar School's latest exam results?
Tonbridge Grammar School: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 76.9. Check the source and academic year shown with each result.
Where is Tonbridge Grammar School located?
Tonbridge Grammar School is a secondary school in Tonbridge, Kent (TN9 2JR).
How many pupils attend Tonbridge Grammar School?
Tonbridge Grammar School has around 1,164 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.
How can I compare Tonbridge Grammar School with other schools?
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