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Wilmington Grammar School for Girls

Dartford, Kent · DA2 7BB

AAB+ A-level

12.4%

9–7 GCSE

46.4%

Pupils

1,123

Inspection

Good

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School website

Wilmington Grammar School for Girls is a selective day grammar school in Dartford, Kent, serving highly able girls from age 11 through the sixth form. As a maintained grammar school, it offers rigorous academic provision within the state sector and has established itself as a strong performer in the locality. The school combines academic excellence with a broad co-curricular offer, drawing pupils from across a wide catchment in Greater London and Kent.

  • →Selective entry and strong academic results within the state grammar school system
  • →Day-only provision with no boarding fees; affordable access to rigorous education
  • →Geographic accessibility from Greater London commuter belt with good transport links

Who thrives here

Able girls who have passed the 11+ or can meet entry standards at 13 and 16; pupils seeking academic challenge in a single-sex environment without the cost of independent boarding.

Strengths at a glance

Exam results50th pctSports70th pctCo-curricular50th pctValue vs peers100th pctPastoral & wellbeingno data

Percentiles within UK independent + grammar schools we track.

At a glance

School typeGrammar · Day
Number of pupils1,123
Age range11–11
GenderGirls
FeesFree (state grammar)
Settingsuburban
LocationStrong rail connectivity via Dartford and Stone Crossing stations to London Bridge and central London; served by local bus routes.

Contact & visit

Wilmington Grange, Parsons Lane, Wilmington

Dartford, Kent

DA2 7BB

www.gsgw.org.uk
01322226351
Mrs Michelle Lawson, Head Teacher

Nearest stations

Dartford15 min
Stone Crossing8 min

Frequently asked questions

How much does Wilmington Grammar School for Girls cost?

Wilmington 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 Wilmington Grammar School for Girls?

Wilmington 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 Wilmington Grammar School for Girls's exam results?

At Wilmington Grammar School for Girls, 12.4% of A-levels were graded A*–B and 46.4% of GCSEs were grade 7/A or above. Full results are in the Results section above.

Is Wilmington Grammar School for Girls a boarding school?

Wilmington Grammar School for Girls is a day school in Dartford and does not offer boarding.

What is Wilmington Grammar School for Girls's latest inspection rating?

Ofsted rated Wilmington Grammar School for Girls “Good” (2022).

What parents say

Frequently praised

✓Academic rigour and strong examination results

✓Supportive single-sex learning environment for girls

✓Affordable access to grammar school education via state system

Common concerns

!Not yet inspected by Ofsted; no independent quality assurance rating available