Simon Langton Girls' Grammar School
Canterbury, Kent · CT1 3EW
AAB+ A-level
19.7%
9–7 GCSE
56.1%
Pupils
1,249
Inspection
Not yet inspected
Simon Langton Girls' Grammar School is a selective, day-only girls' grammar founded in 1881 in Canterbury, Kent, serving 1,249 pupils across ages 11–18. Known for ambitious academic standards underpinned by pastoral care, the school emphasises developing the whole person through a balanced curriculum and extensive co-curricular provision. The Langton Values—ambitious, confident, independent, creative—shape a culture where achievement is coupled with wellbeing and mutual respect.
- →Selective academic entry and consistent rigorous curriculum with strong university progression
- →Established pastoral care framework centred on house system and personal encouragement
- →Broad co-curricular offer including music, sport, drama, and leadership opportunities
Who thrives here
Academically able girls who thrive in a structured grammar environment and benefit from strong pastoral support; pupils keen to develop across academic, creative, sporting and leadership dimensions.
Strengths at a glance
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At a glance
Contact & visit
Old Dover Road
Canterbury, Kent
CT1 3EW
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Frequently asked questions
How much does Simon Langton Girls' Grammar School cost?
Simon Langton Girls' 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 Simon Langton Girls' Grammar School?
Simon Langton Girls' 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 Simon Langton Girls' Grammar School's exam results?
At Simon Langton Girls' Grammar School, 19.7% of A-levels were graded A*–B and 56.1% of GCSEs were grade 7/A or above. Full results are in the Results section above.
Is Simon Langton Girls' Grammar School a boarding school?
Simon Langton Girls' Grammar School is a day school in Canterbury and does not offer boarding.
What parents say
Frequently praised
✓Caring, supportive pastoral environment that prioritises student wellbeing alongside academic rigour
✓Strong engagement with extracurricular and enrichment activities; broad character development
✓Effective communication and accessibility of staff; responsive to individual pupil needs
Common concerns
!Not yet inspected by Ofsted; prospective parents cannot rely on recent inspection evidence of quality and compliance