Dane Court Grammar School

URN: 136585 • Broadstairs CT10 2RT

Overview

Name
Dane Court Grammar School
URN
136585
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Selective
Trust
COASTAL ACADEMIES TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
62.2 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Martin Jones (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01843864941
Website
Visit
Address
Broadstairs Road, Broadstairs CT10 2RT

Summary

Dane Court Grammar School, located in Broadstairs, Kent, is a mixed secondary academy with a current enrolment of 1,227 students, exceeding its capacity of 1,154. The school prides itself on fostering a welcoming and inclusive community, where students are encouraged to thrive academically and personally. Its vision focuses on developing knowledgeable and caring individuals who contribute positively to society.

The curriculum at Dane Court is broad and challenging, offering a mix of academic and creative subjects. Notably, the school provides both the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) and the Careers-related Programme (IBCP) for Sixth Form students, preparing them for higher education and vocational pathways. The school has a strong track record of academic success and is recognised as one of the highest performing grammar schools in Kent.

Dane Court places a high priority on student welfare, supported by a responsive pastoral system that includes Year Leaders and mentors. The school also boasts a diverse range of extracurricular activities, enhancing the educational experience beyond the classroom and fostering a sense of community among students.

Key details

LA
Kent
Age range
11 - 18
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
COASTAL ACADEMIES TRUST
Capacity
1154
Pupils
1227
Boys
613
Girls
614
FSM %
20.50
Open date
2011-04-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2022-05-11
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Kent

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1227 613 614 1154 20.50
2024-09-11 1254 604 650 1154 18.70
2023-09-11 1301 642 659 1154 14.30
2022-09-11 1301 642 659 1154 14.30
2021-09-11 1314 657 657 1154 11.80
2020-09-11 1279 635 644 1154 9.00

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