Saint George's Church of England School
111%
Capacity
1,572
Pupils
4.7x
Demand
About Saint George's Church of England School
Saint George's Church of England School is a state-funded Church of England secondary school serving the Gravesham community, welcoming children from age 4 to 18. The school has 1,572 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (111% of 1,410 places).
Ofsted has rated Saint George's Church of England School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Simon Murphy, it falls under Kent local authority.
In terms of academic performance, its Progress 8 score of -0.05 is below the national average. Additionally, Attainment 8 is developing at 43.5. Additionally, sixth form students achieve an average A-Level grade of C-. Additionally, ranked 1647th out of 3,141 schools in England. Additionally, 4th out of 8 in Gravesham.
Saint George's Church of England School is a popular choice with families — it received 965 applications for 207 places, making it 4.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 256 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Saint George's Church of England School include Science Labs, Astro Turf, Sports Hall, Music Rooms, Playing Fields, ICT Suite, Sixth Form Centre, Gymnasium, Art Studios, Theatre, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Rugby, Tennis, Rowing and 3 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Debate, Eco Club, Book Club and 4 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 20.7%, which is close to the national average for secondary schools in England.
For families exploring secondary schools in Gravesham, Saint George's Church of England School is one of the options available in the South East region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Secondary (State) |
| Age Range | 4 to 18 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Meadow Road, Gravesend, Gravesham, DA11 7LS |
| Headteacher | Simon Murphy |
| Local Authority | Kent |
| Number of Pupils | 1,572 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 20.7% |
| School Capacity | 1,572 / 1,410 (111% full) |
| Sixth Form | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
17 Oct 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 16 Nov 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on Progress 8 (-0.05)
1647th of 3,141
Nationally
257th of 461
In South East
4th of 8
In Gravesham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE Progress 8 data
GCSE Results
2023/24Progress 8 Score
Students make similar progress to students nationally with the same starting point
Attainment 8 (vs national avg)
Students achieve significantly higher grades than the national average
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. Progress 8 compares to students with similar Key Stage 2 results.
A-Level Results
2023/24Average Points per Entry
Value Added Score
Best 3 A-Levels (Average)
'21/22
29.0
'22/23
28.0
'23/24
25.0
Source: Department for Education 16-18 Performance Tables, 2023/24. Value Added measures progress compared to students with similar GCSE results.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
11Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
15Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed207
965
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
256 families put this school as their 1st choice (27% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Saint George's Church of England School
Helpful Guides for Parents
Ofsted Ratings Explained
Understand the 4 Ofsted ratings and what they mean
Understanding Progress 8
Learn how Progress 8 measures pupil progress from primary to GCSE
SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
Understanding SEN support, EHC Plans and your legal rights
Understanding School Catchment Areas
How admission distances work and tips for maximising your choices
Contact Information
Meadow Road, Gravesend
Gravesham, DA11 7LS
Journey to School
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Opening Hours
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