The Folkestone School for Girls
Folkestone, Kent · CT20 3RB
The Folkestone School for Girls is a large state grammar school serving Kent's south coast with a strong academic reputation and committed pastoral care. As a selective day school for girls, it draws from a wide catchment across Folkestone and surrounding areas, offering a disciplined but supportive environment. The school balances rigorous examination results with a commitment to broad co-curricular engagement and community connection.
- →Selective grammar school status with proven academic track record
- →Affordable state education with no fees
- →Strong pastoral systems and female-only environment
- →Accessible location in Folkestone with good bus links
Who thrives here
Able girls seeking a structured, academically demanding environment with clear pastoral oversight. Pupils who thrive in larger schools with established peer groups and prefer day education to boarding.
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Contact & visit
Coolinge Lane
Folkestone, Kent
CT20 3RB
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Frequently asked questions
How much does The Folkestone School for Girls cost?
The Folkestone 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 The Folkestone School for Girls?
The Folkestone 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 The Folkestone School for Girls's exam results?
At The Folkestone School for Girls, 17.4% of A-levels were graded A*–B and 28.5% of GCSEs were grade 7/A or above. Full results are in the Results section above.
Is The Folkestone School for Girls a boarding school?
The Folkestone School for Girls is a day school in Folkestone and does not offer boarding.
What is The Folkestone School for Girls's latest inspection rating?
Ofsted rated The Folkestone School for Girls “Good” (2024).
What parents say
Frequently praised
✓High academic expectations and strong GCSE/A-level results
✓Supportive pastoral care and clear discipline ethos
✓Strong female peer community and accessible leadership opportunities
✓Good value as state grammar school with selective intake
Common concerns
!Limited specialist SEND provision may be a consideration for pupils with additional needs
!Large school size can make individual attention less intensive at Key Stage 3