Fort Pitt Grammar School
URN: 136337 • Chatham ME4 6TJ
Overview
- Name
- Fort Pitt Grammar School
- URN
- 136337
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Girls
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Selective
- Trust
- BEYOND SCHOOLS TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Outstanding
- Ranking score
- 70.2 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Salena Hirons (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01634842359
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Fort Pitt Hill, Chatham ME4 6TJ
Summary
Fort Pitt Grammar School is a selective girls' academy located in Chatham, Medway, with a current enrolment of 987 students and a capacity of 1,027. The school prides itself on a strong tradition combined with a modern approach, aiming to provide every student with an exceptional educational experience. The ethos of the school is built around core values of Respect, Success, Aspiration, Resilience, and Collaboration, fostering a supportive and inclusive environment for all pupils.
The school emphasizes the importance of pastoral care, ensuring that students feel valued and supported throughout their educational journey. Fort Pitt encourages a culture of resilience and growth, where students are motivated to take risks and learn from their mistakes. This approach is complemented by a dedicated staff team committed to guiding and challenging students to reach their full potential.
Fort Pitt Grammar School has celebrated significant academic achievements, with over 60% of grades awarded at A*–B in recent assessments. Many students have successfully secured places at prestigious universities and competitive apprenticeships, reflecting the school's commitment to academic excellence and future success.
The school emphasizes the importance of pastoral care, ensuring that students feel valued and supported throughout their educational journey. Fort Pitt encourages a culture of resilience and growth, where students are motivated to take risks and learn from their mistakes. This approach is complemented by a dedicated staff team committed to guiding and challenging students to reach their full potential.
Fort Pitt Grammar School has celebrated significant academic achievements, with over 60% of grades awarded at A*–B in recent assessments. Many students have successfully secured places at prestigious universities and competitive apprenticeships, reflecting the school's commitment to academic excellence and future success.
Useful links
- DOWNLOAD OUR YEAR 7 2026 PROSPECTUS HERE (download)
- PRE-REGISTER FOR THE EVENT HERE (other)
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Nearby alternatives
- Fort Pitt Grammar School (70.2)
- Holcombe Grammar School (67.1)
- Chatham Grammar (65.8)
- The Victory Academy (50.8)
- Waterfront UTC (50.7)
Key details
- LA
- Medway
- Age range
- 11 - 18
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- BEYOND SCHOOLS TRUST
- Capacity
- 1027
- Pupils
- 987
- Boys
- 26
- Girls
- 961
- FSM %
- 14.30
- Open date
- 2010-11-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2022-10-05
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Kent
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 987 | 26 | 961 | 1027 | 14.30 |
| 2024-09-11 | 932 | 20 | 912 | 1027 | 12.60 |
| 2023-09-11 | 899 | 16 | 883 | 800 | 10.40 |
| 2022-09-11 | 899 | 16 | 883 | 800 | 10.40 |
| 2021-09-11 | 891 | 25 | 866 | 800 | 8.70 |
| 2020-09-11 | 836 | 29 | 807 | 800 | 6.20 |
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