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
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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.

Key details

LA
Kent
Age range
11 - 18
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
1240
Pupils
1274
Boys
66
Girls
1208
FSM %
9.80
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Kent

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
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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