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Borden Grammar School

Sittingbourne, Kent · ME10 4DB

AAB+ A-level

12.8%

9–7 GCSE

40.4%

Pupils

924

Inspection

Not yet inspected

School website

Borden Grammar School is a day-only selective boys' grammar serving Sittingbourne and the wider Swale area. As a state-funded selective grammar, it draws from a strong feeder network of primary schools across Kent and maintains a reputation for solid academic standards and traditional pastoral care. The school emphasises discipline, structured progression, and preparation for university entry.

  • →Selective entry ensures academically motivated cohort without independent school fees
  • →Established Kent grammar tradition with consistent A-level and GCSE results
  • →Strong discipline and pastoral structures typical of grammar school ethos

Who thrives here

Academically able boys who thrive in a structured, traditional environment and whose parents value selectivity and grammar school values. Pupils suited to a day-only, male-only setting with competitive entry.

Strengths at a glance

Exam results50th pctSports70th pctCo-curricular50th pctValue vs peers100th pctPastoral & wellbeingno data

Percentiles within UK independent + grammar schools we track.

At a glance

School typeGrammar · Day
Number of pupils924
Age range11–11
GenderBoys
FeesFree (state grammar)
Settingsuburban
LocationLocated in Sittingbourne town centre with reasonable rail links to Canterbury and London. Many pupils travel from across Swale and surrounding Kent villages; bus services serve the school.

Contact & visit

Avenue of Remembrance

Sittingbourne, Kent

ME10 4DB

website.bordengrammar.kent.sch.uk
01795424192
Mr Ashley Tomlin, Headteacher

Nearest stations

Sittingbourne Rail Station15 min
Faversham Rail Station20 min

Frequently asked questions

How much does Borden Grammar School cost?

Borden Grammar School is a state grammar school, so there are no tuition fees — places are free and allocated by the 11-plus exam and the school’s admissions criteria.

How do you get into Borden Grammar School?

Borden Grammar School admits pupils at 11+, 13+, 16+. Entry is assessed by 11+ Selective Examination. See the Admissions section above for open days and key dates.

What are Borden Grammar School's exam results?

At Borden Grammar School, 12.8% of A-levels were graded A*–B and 40.4% of GCSEs were grade 7/A or above. Full results are in the Results section above.

Is Borden Grammar School a boarding school?

Borden Grammar School is a day school in Sittingbourne and does not offer boarding.

What parents say

Frequently praised

✓Selective entry maintains academic standards and motivated peer group

✓Traditional pastoral care and discipline structures

✓Strong preparation for A-level and university entrance

Common concerns

!Day-only provision may limit extracurricular depth compared to boarding schools