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Maidstone Grammar School

Maidstone, Kent · ME15 7BT

AAB+ A-level

22.7%

9–7 GCSE

47.7%

Pupils

1,416

Inspection

Not yet inspected

School website

Maidstone Grammar School is a selective day boys' grammar school serving Kent with a strong academic reputation and a broad co-curricular offer. The school draws on the Kent grammar school tradition of academic rigour and pastoral care, serving approximately 1,400 pupils from ages 11 to 18. As a relatively large day grammar, it balances competitive academics with accessible whole-school community engagement.

  • →Selective entry ensures academically driven peer group and consistent teaching standards
  • →Comprehensive co-curricular programme including CCF, music, drama, and competitive sports
  • →Direct access to A-level provision without transition to sixth-form college
  • →Strong Kent grammar school network and established university progression routes

Who thrives here

Able boys seeking rigorous academics in a selective environment who also value breadth in sport, music, and service programmes. Pupils who thrive in traditional grammar school structures with formal pastoral systems and clear achievement hierarchies.

Strengths at a glance

Exam results50th pctSports56th pctCo-curricular50th pctValue vs peers100th pctPastoral & wellbeingno data

Percentiles within UK independent + grammar schools we track.

At a glance

School typeGrammar · Day
Number of pupils1,416
Age range11–11
GenderBoys
FeesFree (state grammar)
Settingsuburban
LocationThe school is well-positioned for rail access via London Bridge and Charing Cross, serving pupils from across Kent and South London.

Contact & visit

Barton Road

Maidstone, Kent

ME15 7BT

www.mgs.kent.sch.uk
01622752101
Mr Mark Tomkins, Headteacher

Nearest stations

Maidstone East15 min
Maidstone West12 min
Maidstone town centre (bus)8 min

Frequently asked questions

How much does Maidstone Grammar School cost?

Maidstone 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 Maidstone Grammar School?

Maidstone 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 Maidstone Grammar School's exam results?

At Maidstone Grammar School, 22.7% of A-levels were graded A*–B and 47.7% of GCSEs were grade 7/A or above. Full results are in the Results section above.

Is Maidstone Grammar School a boarding school?

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

What parents say

Frequently praised

✓Strong academic standards and consistent exam outcomes

✓Excellent breadth of co-curricular activities and house system engagement

✓Responsive pastoral care and well-organised house structures

✓Good progression to Russell Group universities

✓Traditional values and clear discipline framework appreciated by many families

Common concerns

!Limited flexibility for students who do not thrive in high-pressure selective environment

!Scale of school (1,400+) can make pastoral responsiveness less personalised for some pupils

!SEND provision limited due to selective admissions model

!Potential for competitive culture to disadvantage mid-range achievers