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Wilmington Grammar School for Boys - Ofsted Report, Parent Reviews (2025)
Wilmington Grammar School for Boys
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Wilmington Grammar School for Boys
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- Wilmington DA2 7DA
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| Previous inspection | Not Previously Inspected |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Achievement of pupils | Good |
| Quality of teaching | Good |
| Behaviour and safety of pupils | Good |
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Academic Progress: Students make good progress and achieve well.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Students are courteous, polite, and keen to learn.
Qualifications and Training: Teachers have good subject knowledge.
Current Educational Practices: Teachers mark books conscientiously and set regular homework.
Strengths and Challenges: Much of the teaching is good; some is outstanding.
Parent Satisfaction: Almost all parents agree their child makes good progress.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Leaders know their school well and are clear about improvement needs.
Actions for Quality Improvement: School leaders tackled dips in performance effectively.
Managing Bullying and Safety: School deals effectively with bullying; students feel safe.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Very low rates of exclusion and high attendance figures.
Extracurricular Offerings: The school's specialism in engineering is a popular option.
Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars: School provides opportunities to pursue interests to a higher level.
Career Counselling Services: Students appreciate the quality of advice they receive.
Preparation for Sixth Form: Achievement in the sixth form is good.
Managing and Supporting SEND: Disabled students and those with special educational needs make very good progress.
Subjects Offered: Good progress in English and mathematics; high achievement in science and physical education.
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Wilmington Grammar School for Boys is a Secondary, Boys school located in Kent, South East.
It has 1119 students from age 11-18 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 22 : 1.
At this school, 95% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
92.90% of pupils completing their main study programme.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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Welcome to WGSB, where we provide boys aged 11 to 16 with an exemplary education and students in the sixth form access to a robust post-16 co-ed curriculum. Our goal is to create well-rounded individuals who are enthusiastic about learning and personal growth. Results are consistently excellent, with the majority of students enrolling in some of the most prominent colleges. A small percentage of students choose the Higher Level Apprenticeship programme as an alternate stepping stone to career success. The school has a focus on engineering, and it has made some intriguing connections with corporate sponsors to make sure the curriculum is up to date and appropriate for the fast changing demands of the profession. Alumnae visits make sure that our pupils have access to aspirational role models and may discover the numerous options and courses accessible to them. The school, which has been consistently oversubscribed, has increased over the previous few years and today has more than 900 kids. There is no substitute for a personal visit, despite the fact that the website and prospectus can offer you a clue of our ethos. You are welcome to come to one of our public events to learn more about the WGSB's commitment to excellence in teaching, fun, camaraderie, and hard work.
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| Phase of Education | Secondary | Secondary | Secondary |
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| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 11-18 | 11-18 | 11-18 |
| Gender | Boys | Co-Ed | Girls |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 22.2 | - | 20.7 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 95% | 98% | 91% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | 11.70% | 35.00% | 8.30% |
| Day Fees | - | - | - |
Secondary Exam Result
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | 0.72 | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 67.2 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 95% | 27.56% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 99% | 39.45% | 43.07% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 56% | 22.68% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 36% | 11.21% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 46% | 15.49% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 6.08 | 2.56 | 2.83 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school 鈥� whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | 99% | 92.84% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 147 | 136 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 96% | 87.37% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 5% | 23.94% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 90% | 48.66% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 1% | 0.42% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 14.49% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 2% | 2.16% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 1% | 3.38% | 3.59% |
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | 0.39 | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 68 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 95% | 30.86% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 97% | 41.56% | 45.33% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 56% | 24.39% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 38% | 14.21% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 47% | 17.9% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 6.14 | 2.78 | 2.97 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school 鈥� whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | 99% | 93.79% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 137 | 132 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 97% | 90.53% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 4% | 25.23% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 91% | 49.41% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 1% | 0.32% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 15.64% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 1% | 1.42% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 1% | 1.76% | 2.13% |
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 Secondary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 Secondary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | 0.35 | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 66 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 94% 1 | 30.06% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 99% 1 | 42.83% | 43.41% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 70% | 28.79% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 47% 13 | 13.95% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 62% 12 | 19.27% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 6.11 | 2.86 | 2.88 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school 鈥� whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | 100% | 90.87% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 138 | 123 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 98% | 85.71% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 12% | 24.06% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | 85% | 48.32% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 0.21% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 13.22% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 2% | 2.6% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 0% | 2.64% | 2.75% |
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | 0.37 | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 64.8 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 93% 3 | 29.06% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 98% | 41.45% | 42.62% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 60% | 26.38% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 34% 17 | 13.75% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 50% 2 | 18.54% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | 5.89 | 2.81 | 2.84 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school 鈥� whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | 99% | 90.17% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 119 | 124 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 96% | 76.36% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 9% | 21.34% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | 84% | 50.18% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 0.06% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | - | 11.51% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 1.83% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 1.64% | 2.05% |
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | 0.08 | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 61.4 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 90% | 28.56% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 98% | 40.73% | 43.07% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 61% | 26.37% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 51% | 16.77% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 52% | 18.05% | 16.26% |
| EBacc average points score | - | - | - |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school 鈥� whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | 100% | 85.02% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 122 | 124 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 47.31% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 7% | 21.95% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | 89% | 49.32% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 0.09% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | - | 7.48% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 3.15% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 1.98% | 2.45% |
A level exam result
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 34.95 | 27.11 | 30.01 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 35.21 | 25.17 | 29.57 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 11.70% | 9.02% | 13.67% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | 101 | 141 | 201 |
| Students staying in education | 72% | 55.45% | 58.58% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 10% | 5.31% | 6.08% |
| Students entering employment | 12% | 26.06% | 21.16% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 4% | 9.04% | 9.05% |
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 37.35 | 29.7 | 33.41 |
| Average grade | B- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 38.7 | 27.3 | 32.47 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 14.4% | 12.32% | 17.7% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | 104 | 161 | 248 |
| Students staying in education | 73% | 56.64% | 60.67% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 4% | 4.49% | 5% |
| Students entering employment | 18% | 21.66% | 17.73% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 5% | 11.73% | 10.69% |
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 A level school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 A level school exam
results were not published at school level.
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 31.82 3 | 25.81 | 29.39 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 30.03 5 | 23.49 | 28.64 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 6.1% | 9.72% | 13.07% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | 114 | 139 | 232 |
| Students staying in education | 65% | 51.8% | 57.31% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 11% | 6.29% | 7.77% |
| Students entering employment | 19% | 26.13% | 20.99% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 4% | 8.98% | 8.8% |
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 34.46 5 | 27.09 | 29.03 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 35.60 4 | 25.72 | 28.82 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 17.0% | 10.62% | 13.37% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | - | 2 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | - | 22.23% | 31.5% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 4.73% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | - | 19.6% | 15.81% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 4.4% | 4.22% |
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 29.7 | 24.89 | 26.73 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 31.42 | 24.28 | 27.73 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 5.7% | 9.87% | 12.64% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | - | 1 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 22 | 27.54% | 36.26% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 6% | 6.2% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | 21% | 25.49% | 20.03% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 8% | 4.42% | 4.23% |
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Holidays 2024/25
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 28th Oct 2024 - 1st Nov 2024 |
| Winter Holidays | 23rd Dec 2024 - 3rd Jan 2025 |
| Spring Half Term Holidays | 17th Feb 2025 - 21st Feb 2025 |
| Spring Holidays | 7th Apr 2025 - 21st Apr 2025 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 26th May 2025 - 30th May 2025 |
| Summer Holidays | 23rd Jul 2025 - 29th Aug 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 2nd Sep 2024 - 27th Oct 2024 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 2nd Nov 2024 - 22nd Dec 2024 |
| Spring Term | 4th Jan 2025 - 16th Feb 2025 |
| Spring Term-2 | 22nd Feb 2025 - 6th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Term | 22nd Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025 |
| Summer Term-2 | 31st May 2025 - 22nd Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
22 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Wilmington Grammar School for Boys
Local authority ratio 18 : 1