Tonbridge Grammar School
Tonbridge, Kent · TN9 2JR
Tonbridge Grammar School is a high-achieving selective girls' grammar school with academy status, educating girls from 11–16 and welcoming boys into a mixed sixth form. The school places academic rigour alongside a strong commitment to wellbeing, aiming to develop confident, resilient and critically thinking young women. Its ethos — 'Be the very best you can be' — reflects a belief that character and personal growth matter as much as exam results. With over 1,100 pupils and a vibrant co-curricular programme, TGS is a well-regarded anchor institution in the Tonbridge community.
- →Consistently strong academic outcomes typical of Kent grammar schools, with high proportions progressing to competitive universities
- →Mixed sixth form broadens the social experience while the school retains its girls-only character for years 7–11
- →Strong wellbeing focus embedded into the curriculum and pastoral structure, with explicit commitment to pupil support
- →Free at the point of entry — no fees — making selective grammar education accessible to families across the catchment
Who thrives here
Academically able girls who are curious, motivated and ready to be challenged, and who will benefit from a supportive environment that encourages independence and resilience. Pupils who enjoy a wide range of activities beyond the classroom and thrive in a community-minded school will feel very at home here.
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Contact & visit
Deakin Leas
Tonbridge, Kent
TN9 2JR
Nearest stations
Notable alumni
Zara Larsson
Recent investment
Frequently asked questions
How much does Tonbridge Grammar School cost?
Tonbridge 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 Tonbridge Grammar School?
Tonbridge 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 Tonbridge Grammar School's exam results?
At Tonbridge Grammar School, 75% of GCSEs were grade 7/A or above. Full results are in the Results section above.
Is Tonbridge Grammar School a boarding school?
Tonbridge Grammar School is a day school in Tonbridge and does not offer boarding.
What is Tonbridge Grammar School's latest inspection rating?
Ofsted rated Tonbridge Grammar School “Outstanding” (2019).
What parents say
Frequently praised
✓Strong academic results and well-qualified teaching staff who know their subjects
✓Warm and inclusive community atmosphere with a genuine care for pupil wellbeing
✓Breadth of co-curricular activities beyond what many state schools offer
✓Mixed sixth form seen as a positive preparation for university and adult life
✓Good communication between school and parents via portal and newsletters
Common concerns
!Some parents feel the transition from a nurturing girls' environment in Years 7–11 to a mixed sixth form can be socially unsettling for some students
!Limited SEND specialist support compared to independent schools or specialist provisions
!As a popular grammar, class sizes can be at the upper end and individual attention variable