Simon Langton Girls' Grammar School

URN: 118840 • Canterbury CT1 3EW

Overview

Type
Voluntary controlled school
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Girls
Religious
None
Admissions
Selective
Ofsted rating
n/a
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Paul Pollard (since 2025) , Head of School
Telephone
01227463711
Website
Visit
Address
Old Dover Road, Canterbury CT1 3EW

Summary

Simon Langton Girls' Grammar School, located in Canterbury, Kent, is a voluntary controlled secondary school for girls, accommodating 1,256 students. Established in 1881, the school is committed to providing a challenging academic curriculum alongside outstanding pastoral care. The ethos of the school revolves around fostering ambition, confidence, independence, and creativity among its students, which are encapsulated in the Langton Values.

The school aims to create an environment where students feel valued and supported, encouraging them to aspire to excellence through strong relationships with teachers. This supportive atmosphere is designed to promote personal and academic growth, ensuring that students develop not only academically but also as individuals who contribute positively to society.

Simon Langton Girls' Grammar School also offers a wide range of extracurricular activities and events, enhancing the educational experience beyond the classroom. With a focus on wellbeing and a commitment to nurturing each student's potential, the school prepares young women for future challenges in a collaborative and inclusive community.

Key details

LA
Kent
Age range
11 - 18
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
1082
Pupils
1256
Boys
61
Girls
1195
FSM %
7.50
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Kent

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1256 61 1195 1082 7.50
2024-09-11 1249 45 1204 1082 7.00
2023-09-11 1218 35 1183 1082 6.40
2022-09-11 1218 35 1183 1105 6.40
2021-09-11 1174 25 1149 1105 6.60
2020-09-11 1136 17 1119 1105 5.20

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