Maidstone Grammar School for Girls
URN: 118836 • Maidstone ME16 0SF
Overview
- Type
- Foundation school
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Girls
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Selective
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Deborah Stanley (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 01622752103
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Buckland Road, Maidstone ME16 0SF
Summary
Maidstone Grammar School for Girls (MGGS) is a foundation secondary school located in Maidstone, Kent, catering exclusively to girls, with boys admitted in the Sixth Form. Established over 135 years ago, MGGS prides itself on fostering a strong community spirit and prioritising the happiness and well-being of its students as essential to their academic success. The school promotes values such as integrity, resilience, and leadership within a caring and forward-thinking environment.
The curriculum at MGGS is designed to encourage intellectual curiosity and creativity, with a strong emphasis on academic excellence. In 2024, 84% of students achieved five or more GCSEs at grades 9-4 in English and Maths, and A Level results in 2025 showed that 57.2% of students attained grades A*-B. The school is recognised as an Advanced Thinking School, integrating innovative teaching methods and technology to enhance learning experiences.
MGGS also offers a broad range of extracurricular activities, supported by a strong house system that fosters camaraderie among students of all ages. The school’s commitment to community service and global awareness is reflected in its International School Award, highlighting its dedication to providing a well-rounded education that prepares students for future challenges.
The curriculum at MGGS is designed to encourage intellectual curiosity and creativity, with a strong emphasis on academic excellence. In 2024, 84% of students achieved five or more GCSEs at grades 9-4 in English and Maths, and A Level results in 2025 showed that 57.2% of students attained grades A*-B. The school is recognised as an Advanced Thinking School, integrating innovative teaching methods and technology to enhance learning experiences.
MGGS also offers a broad range of extracurricular activities, supported by a strong house system that fosters camaraderie among students of all ages. The school’s commitment to community service and global awareness is reflected in its International School Award, highlighting its dedication to providing a well-rounded education that prepares students for future challenges.
Useful links
- Governors (governance)
- SEND Information (sen)
- Sixth Form Open Events (calendar)
- Open Events & Transitioning to MGGS (calendar)
- Our School Charity Events (calendar)
- Admissions into Year 12 (other)
- Admissions (other)
- In Year Admissions (other)
- Policies & Public Notices (other)
- Term Dates (other)
Trends
Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
2025-07-14 | 1274 | 66 | 1208 | 1240 | 9.80 |
2024-09-11 | 1244 | 73 | 1171 | 1240 | 8.70 |
2023-09-11 | 1186 | 41 | 1145 | 1240 | 6.40 |
2022-09-11 | 1186 | 41 | 1145 | 1240 | 6.40 |
2021-09-11 | 1222 | 60 | 1162 | 1240 | 5.00 |
2020-09-11 | 1240 | 54 | 1186 | 1240 | 4.50 |
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