Fort Pitt Grammar School
Chatham, Kent · ME4 6TJ
Fort Pitt Grammar School is a selective day grammar school for girls in Chatham, Kent, with strong traditional foundations combined with a modern, inclusive ethos. The school emphasises pastoral care, individual flourishing, and a values-driven culture centred on respect, success, aspiration, resilience and collaboration. With nearly 1,000 pupils across the secondary range, it positions itself as a vibrant, diverse community where high academic expectations are balanced with genuine concern for student wellbeing.
- →Selective grammar entry ensures academically cohesive peer groups and strong pass-through to sixth form
- →Explicit focus on pastoral care and wellbeing alongside academic rigour, rather than pressure alone
- →Accessible location in Chatham with day-only provision, avoiding boarding complexity and expense
Who thrives here
Academically solid girls who enjoy structure and clear expectations, benefit from a supportive pastoral environment, and appreciate a school steeped in tradition but not stuffy. Works well for those who value school community and extracurricular breadth over ultra-selective pressure.
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Contact & visit
Fort Pitt Hill
Chatham, Kent
ME4 6TJ
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Frequently asked questions
How much does Fort Pitt Grammar School cost?
Fort Pitt 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 Fort Pitt Grammar School?
Fort Pitt 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 Fort Pitt Grammar School's exam results?
At Fort Pitt Grammar School, 11.1% of A-levels were graded A*–B and 47.2% of GCSEs were grade 7/A or above. Full results are in the Results section above.
Is Fort Pitt Grammar School a boarding school?
Fort Pitt Grammar School is a day school in Chatham and does not offer boarding.
What is Fort Pitt Grammar School's latest inspection rating?
Ofsted rated Fort Pitt Grammar School “Outstanding” (2022).
What parents say
Frequently praised
✓Strong pastoral care and genuine concern for student wellbeing
✓Values-driven culture that emphasizes personal growth and resilience
✓Supportive environment where mistakes are treated as learning opportunities
✓Accessible and approachable staff and senior leadership
Common concerns
!Not yet inspected by Ofsted, so external validation of quality remains pending
!Limited publicly available information on academic outcomes, scholarships, or sixth-form destinations