Oakwood Park Grammar School
URN: 136727 • Maidstone ME16 8AH
Overview
- Name
- Oakwood Park Grammar School
- URN
- 136727
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Boys
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Selective
- Trust
- OAKWOOD PARK GRAMMAR SCHOOL
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 60.2 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Sarah Craig (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01622726683
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Oakwood Park, Maidstone ME16 8AH
Summary
Oakwood Park Grammar School is a boys' secondary academy located in Maidstone, Kent, with a current enrolment of 1,088 students, exceeding its capacity of 1,035. Established in 1918, the school has a rich history and has evolved from its origins as a technical institute to its current status as a grammar school. The school’s motto, "Strive and Serve," reflects its commitment to fostering an environment of kindness, tolerance, and respect.
The school is dedicated to providing a challenging curriculum that caters to highly able students, promoting engagement and preparing them for life in modern Britain. High-quality teaching is delivered by specialist staff, ensuring academic rigour and support for all learners. The school emphasizes resilience, encouraging students to master new skills and critically evaluate information.
In addition to its academic focus, Oakwood Park Grammar School offers robust pastoral support, including personalised guidance for students. The school aims to create a nurturing community where students can flourish academically and personally, paving the way for meaningful future opportunities.
The school is dedicated to providing a challenging curriculum that caters to highly able students, promoting engagement and preparing them for life in modern Britain. High-quality teaching is delivered by specialist staff, ensuring academic rigour and support for all learners. The school emphasizes resilience, encouraging students to master new skills and critically evaluate information.
In addition to its academic focus, Oakwood Park Grammar School offers robust pastoral support, including personalised guidance for students. The school aims to create a nurturing community where students can flourish academically and personally, paving the way for meaningful future opportunities.
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- News & Events (calendar)
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- Admissions (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Maidstone Grammar School for Girls (76.6)
- Invicta Grammar School (73.3)
- School of Science and Technology Maidstone (68.3)
- Maidstone Grammar School (67.9)
- Valley Park School (60.9)
Key details
- LA
- Kent
- Age range
- 11 - 18
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- OAKWOOD PARK GRAMMAR SCHOOL
- Capacity
- 1035
- Pupils
- 1088
- Boys
- 1022
- Girls
- 66
- FSM %
- 7.20
- Open date
- 2011-05-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2024-05-02
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Kent
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 1088 | 1022 | 66 | 1035 | 7.20 |
| 2024-09-11 | 1068 | 1010 | 58 | 1035 | 6.50 |
| 2023-09-11 | 1110 | 1038 | 72 | 1035 | 5.20 |
| 2022-09-11 | 1110 | 1038 | 72 | 1035 | 5.20 |
| 2021-09-11 | 1100 | 1014 | 86 | 1035 | 4.80 |
| 2020-09-11 | 1077 | 1008 | 69 | 1035 | 3.30 |
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