Dane Court Grammar School
URN: 118932 • Broadstairs CT10 2RT
Overview
- Name
- Dane Court Grammar School
- URN
- 118932
- Type
- Foundation school
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Closed
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Selective
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Outstanding
- Ranking score
- 70.2 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Paul Luxmoore (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- Website
- Address
- Broadstairs Road, Broadstairs CT10 2RT
Summary
Dane Court Grammar School, located in Broadstairs, Kent, is a mixed foundation secondary school with a capacity of 1,147 students. The school prides itself on being an inclusive community where students feel a sense of belonging. Its ethos centres around developing knowledgeable and caring individuals who contribute positively to society. The school emphasizes values such as empathy, open-mindedness, and principled behaviour, which shape the learning environment.
The academic curriculum at Dane Court is both broad and challenging, offering a mix of academic and creative subjects. It is one of the few schools in the UK to provide the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) and the Careers-related Programme (IBCP), preparing students for prestigious universities and careers. The school has a strong track record of academic success and offers a vibrant extracurricular programme that includes arts, sports, and community engagement.
Student welfare is a top priority, supported by a responsive pastoral system that includes Year Leaders and mentors. This comprehensive support network ensures that students are monitored closely in their academic and personal development, fostering a well-rounded educational experience.
The academic curriculum at Dane Court is both broad and challenging, offering a mix of academic and creative subjects. It is one of the few schools in the UK to provide the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) and the Careers-related Programme (IBCP), preparing students for prestigious universities and careers. The school has a strong track record of academic success and offers a vibrant extracurricular programme that includes arts, sports, and community engagement.
Student welfare is a top priority, supported by a responsive pastoral system that includes Year Leaders and mentors. This comprehensive support network ensures that students are monitored closely in their academic and personal development, fostering a well-rounded educational experience.
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Nearby alternatives
- Dane Court Grammar School (62.2)
- The Charles Dickens School (58.4)
- The Hereson School (45.2)
- The Charles Dickens School (39.0)
- The Holy Cross RC High School (37.5)
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 1147 | ||||
| 2024-09-11 | 1147 | ||||
| 2023-09-11 | 1147 | ||||
| 2022-09-11 | 1147 | ||||
| 2021-09-11 | 1147 | ||||
| 2020-09-11 | 1147 |
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