Tunbridge Wells Grammar School for Boys
Tunbridge Wells, Kent · TN4 9XB
AAB+ A-level
20%
9–7 GCSE
37.8%
Pupils
1,730
Inspection
Not yet inspected
Tunbridge Wells Grammar School for Boys is a highly selective day grammar school for 1,730 boys across two sites (Tunbridge Wells and an annexe in Sevenoaks opened in 2021). The school prioritises academic excellence within a broad educational experience, aiming to develop adaptive, critically-minded young people prepared for the 21st century. With a newly expanded campus including £12m of investment, TWGSB combines traditional grammar-school rigour with modern facilities and a co-educational Sixth Form.
- →Selective entry ensures a cohort of academically motivated peers and consistent high achievement in GCSEs and A-levels
- →Newly refurbished facilities including a £12m campus expansion with modern teaching and sports infrastructure
- →Breadth of co-curricular offer including strong music, drama, sport and Duke of Edinburgh alongside rigorous academics
Who thrives here
Academically capable boys (and girls in the Sixth Form) who thrive in a structured, selective environment and who benefit from competing alongside high-achieving peers. Pupils who value breadth—combining strong academics with music, sport or outdoor pursuits—tend to flourish.
Strengths at a glance
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At a glance
Contact & visit
St John's Road
Tunbridge Wells, Kent
TN4 9XB
Nearest stations
Recent investment
Frequently asked questions
How much does Tunbridge Wells Grammar School for Boys cost?
Tunbridge Wells Grammar School for Boys 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 Tunbridge Wells Grammar School for Boys?
Tunbridge Wells Grammar School for Boys 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 Tunbridge Wells Grammar School for Boys's exam results?
At Tunbridge Wells Grammar School for Boys, 20% of A-levels were graded A*–B and 37.8% of GCSEs were grade 7/A or above. Full results are in the Results section above.
Is Tunbridge Wells Grammar School for Boys a boarding school?
Tunbridge Wells Grammar School for Boys is a day school in Tunbridge Wells and does not offer boarding.
What parents say
Frequently praised
✓Strong academic results and selective cohort ensuring motivated peer group
✓Modern facilities and recent £12m investment creating excellent learning and sports environment
✓Breadth of co-curricular activities beyond academics; strong sport and music programmes
✓House system and pastoral care providing structure and individual attention despite large school size
Common concerns
!Large cohort size (1,730+ pupils) may reduce individual attention in pastoral and academic support
!Competitive academic culture may place stress on some pupils despite supportive systems
!Dual-site model (Tunbridge Wells and Sevenoaks) may create logistical complexity and separate community experience