Dover Grammar School for Girls
URN: 118806 • Dover CT16 2PZ
Overview
- Name
- Dover Grammar School for Girls
- URN
- 118806
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Girls
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Selective
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Outstanding
- Ranking score
- 65.1 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Daniel Quinn (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01304206625
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Frith Road, Dover CT16 2PZ
Summary
Dover Grammar School for Girls (DGGS) is a community secondary school located in Dover, Kent, with a current enrolment of 872 students and a capacity of 885. The school is dedicated to fostering high academic standards while nurturing a supportive and caring environment. DGGS aims to develop well-rounded individuals equipped with the skills and character needed to thrive in the modern world.
The curriculum at DGGS is designed to inspire students across various subjects, with a strong emphasis on STEM education. Recent initiatives include participation in events such as the Physics Olympiad and the STEM Science Fair, where students showcased innovative projects. The school also promotes digital literacy and online safety through engaging assemblies and events.
In addition to academic excellence, DGGS values community involvement and offers various extracurricular activities. The school encourages parental engagement through events like Year 11 Parents' Evenings, fostering a collaborative approach to education. Overall, DGGS is committed to providing a holistic educational experience for its students.
The curriculum at DGGS is designed to inspire students across various subjects, with a strong emphasis on STEM education. Recent initiatives include participation in events such as the Physics Olympiad and the STEM Science Fair, where students showcased innovative projects. The school also promotes digital literacy and online safety through engaging assemblies and events.
In addition to academic excellence, DGGS values community involvement and offers various extracurricular activities. The school encourages parental engagement through events like Year 11 Parents' Evenings, fostering a collaborative approach to education. Overall, DGGS is committed to providing a holistic educational experience for its students.
Useful links
- Senior Leadership Team (sen)
- Inclusion (SEND) (sen)
- School Calendar (calendar)
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Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 872 | 27 | 845 | 885 | 18.30 |
| 2024-09-11 | 875 | 31 | 844 | 885 | 15.30 |
| 2023-09-11 | 910 | 23 | 887 | 885 | 13.30 |
| 2022-09-11 | 910 | 23 | 887 | 912 | 13.30 |
| 2021-09-11 | 914 | 29 | 885 | 885 | 9.90 |
| 2020-09-11 | 911 | 34 | 877 | 885 | 8.50 |
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