Dartford Grammar School for Girls
Dartford, Kent · DA1 2NT
Dartford Grammar School for Girls is a selective day grammar school founded in 1904, serving 1,245 girls across Kent with a strong emphasis on academic excellence within a progressive, creative framework. The school combines traditional grammar school rigour with contemporary approaches to pastoral care and personal development, operating under the Arête Trust. Its values of Respect, Responsibility, Excellence, Dedication and Creativity define a vibrant, happy community where students are encouraged to flourish both academically and as individuals.
- →Selective entry ensuring high-ability cohorts and rigorous academic standards
- →Established grammar school tradition (founded 1904) with proven track record
- →Strong pastoral care through house system and whole-school wellbeing focus
- →Comprehensive sixth form with broad A-level offering and university progression support
Who thrives here
Academically able girls who thrive in a structured, purposeful environment and benefit from the social cohesion of single-sex education. The school suits those seeking traditional grammar school ethos combined with contemporary pastoral support and diverse enrichment opportunities.
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Contact & visit
Shepherds Lane
Dartford, Kent
DA1 2NT
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Frequently asked questions
How much does Dartford Grammar School for Girls cost?
Dartford Grammar School for Girls 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 Dartford Grammar School for Girls?
Dartford Grammar School for Girls 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 Dartford Grammar School for Girls's exam results?
At Dartford Grammar School for Girls, 19.9% of A-levels were graded A*–B and 75.8% of GCSEs were grade 7/A or above. Full results are in the Results section above.
Is Dartford Grammar School for Girls a boarding school?
Dartford Grammar School for Girls is a day school in Dartford and does not offer boarding.
What is Dartford Grammar School for Girls's latest inspection rating?
Ofsted rated Dartford Grammar School for Girls “Outstanding”.
What parents say
Frequently praised
✓Strong academic standards and rigorous curriculum befitting selective grammar school
✓Well-established pastoral care and house system fostering community and belonging
✓Comprehensive enrichment (DofE, trips, clubs) and student leadership opportunities
✓Good safeguarding and wellbeing support infrastructure
✓Accessible location with reasonable transport links to Kent and London
Common concerns
!Lack of recent Ofsted inspection limits independent validation of current standards
!Limited public information on scholarship/bursary provision for families needing financial support
!Single-sex environment not suitable for all pupils; co-ed alternative unavailable within trust