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Dartford Grammar School for Girls Catchment Area

Reviewed by the catchment.school editorial team · Last updated 15 March 2026

Dartford Grammar School for Girls is a academy converter secondary school in Dartford, Kent , serving pupils aged 11–18, with 1248 pupils, and a capacity of 1119 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

11–18

Age range

1,248

Pupils

1,119

Capacity

112%

Fill rate

Outstanding

Ofsted 2016

Dartford Grammar School for Girls Catchment Area Information

Entry to Dartford Grammar School for Girls is selective — applicants must pass the relevant admissions test. Among qualifying applicants, Kent may use distance or catchment area as a tiebreaker when the school is oversubscribed. Check the admissions policy for how the selection and distance criteria interact.

Currently oversubscribed: 1248 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1119 places. Living within the catchment area is especially important for this school.

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The full admissions policy — including test registration dates, qualifying scores, and any distance criteria — is published by Kent before each admissions cycle. Verify your child's eligibility and your home address directly with the council.

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Dartford Grammar School for Girls — School Information

Full address
Shepherds Lane, Dartford, DA1 2NT
Local authority
Kent
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–18 years
Gender
Girls
Admissions policy
Selective
Free school meals
22.3% of pupils
DfE URN
144100

Other Secondary Schools in Dartford

If Dartford Grammar School for Girls is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Dartford are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Dartford Grammar School for Girls

Is Dartford Grammar School for Girls oversubscribed?

Yes — Dartford Grammar School for Girls currently has 1248 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1119 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Dartford Grammar School for Girls?

Dartford Grammar School for Girls is a selective school — admission requires passing the relevant admissions test. Kent publishes the full policy each year, including test dates, qualifying scores, and any distance tiebreaker.

What age range does Dartford Grammar School for Girls cover?

Dartford Grammar School for Girls is a secondary school in Dartford, Kent, serving pupils aged 11–18. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Dartford Grammar School for Girls?

Dartford Grammar School for Girls was rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2016. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.