Best 3 All-through schools in Kent – comparison

Q: How are these comparisons built?

We align public datasets side-by-side. Headline Ofsted judgement and publication date are shown when available. Exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are available to Pro users; free users see rounded values.

Q: What if a school has a recent ungraded visit?

Ungraded Section 8 visits do not replace the last graded judgement. We continue to show the latest graded judgement until a new graded inspection is published.

Q: Why can’t I see exact numbers?

To keep the service sustainable, exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are Pro features. Everyone can still compare approximate values.

Q: How should I choose a school?

Start with the most recent graded Ofsted judgement, then consider distance and travel, roll versus capacity, and the admissions policy. Visit the school, ask about pastoral support and enrichment, and ensure it fits your child’s needs.

Q: What should I look for when comparing schools?

Compare headline Ofsted and publication dates for recency; check FSM% and local context; review capacity utilisation (under, near, or over capacity); and look at trust or local authority governance. Read the official Ofsted report for curriculum and safeguarding details.

Comparison of all-through schools: The John Wallis Church of England Academy (All-through) in Ashford; Saint George's Church of England School (All-through) in Gravesend; Harris Garrard Academy (All-through) in Erith — covering Ofsted outcomes, size, FSM%, governance, capacity & more.

At a glance

This page compares The John Wallis Church of England Academy, Saint George's Church of England School and Harris Garrard Academy. They are all-through phase and academy sponsor led and academy converter type located around Ashford, Kent, Gravesend, Kent and Erith, Kent. The strongest headline Ofsted judgement here is 2 (The John Wallis Church of England Academy), published Mar 2024. The most recent inspection on record is for The John Wallis Church of England Academy (Mar 2024). average roll around ≈ 1,600, combined total ≈ 4,850, typical FSM 30–35%, range 20–25%–40–45%; spread across trusts such as ALETHEIA ACADEMIES TRUST and Harris Federation.

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Attribute	The John Wallis Church of England Academy TN23 3HG	Saint George's Church of England School DA11 7LS	Harris Garrard Academy DA18 4DW
Phase / Type	All-through • Academy sponsor led	All-through • Academy converter	All-through • Academy sponsor led
Location	Ashford Kent TN23 3HG	Gravesend Kent DA11 7LS	Erith Kent DA18 4DW
Latest Ofsted	2 18 Mar 2024	2 16 Nov 2023	2 25 Jan 2022
Ofsted report	—	—	—
Pupils (roll)	≈ 1,750 🔒 Unlock exact pupils	≈ 1,550 🔒 Unlock exact pupils	≈ 1,550 🔒 Unlock exact pupils
FSM %	35–40% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %	20–25% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %	40–45% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %
Capacity	1790	1410	1780
Capacity utilisation	Near capacity 🔒 View exact %	Over capacity 🔒 View exact %	Under capacity 🔒 View exact %
Age range	—	—	—
Gender	Mixed	Mixed	Mixed
Admissions policy	Non-selective	Non-selective
Trust / Local authority	Kent (886)	ALETHEIA ACADEMIES TRUST	Harris Federation
Website	www.thejohnwallisacademy.org	www.saintgeorgescofe.kent.sch.uk	www.Harrisgarrard.org.uk
Telephone	01233623465	01474533082	02083204800
SEN provision	None reported	None reported	None reported
Profile	View profile	View profile	View profile

The John Wallis Church of England Academy

TN23 3HG

Phase / Type: All-through • Academy sponsor led
Location: Ashford
Kent
TN23 3HG
Ofsted: 2 18 Mar 2024
Pupils: ≈ 1,750 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 35–40% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: Kent (886)
Website: www.thejohnwallisacademy.org
Telephone: 01233623465

Saint George's Church of England School

DA11 7LS

Phase / Type: All-through • Academy converter
Location: Gravesend
Kent
DA11 7LS
Ofsted: 2 16 Nov 2023
Pupils: ≈ 1,550 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 20–25% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: ALETHEIA ACADEMIES TRUST
Website: www.saintgeorgescofe.kent.sch.uk
Telephone: 01474533082

Harris Garrard Academy

DA18 4DW

Phase / Type: All-through • Academy sponsor led
Location: Erith
Kent
DA18 4DW
Ofsted: 2 25 Jan 2022
Pupils: ≈ 1,550 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 40–45% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: Harris Federation
Website: www.Harrisgarrard.org.uk
Telephone: 02083204800

Map of compared schools

How are these comparisons built?

We line up public school data side-by-side. Ofsted “headline” judgement is shown with the publication date when available. Exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are available to Pro users; everyone sees rounded values.

What if a school has a recent ungraded visit?

Ungraded visits (Section 8) check whether the previous graded judgement still stands, but do not replace it. We keep the latest graded judgement as the headline until a new graded inspection is published.

Why can’t I see exact numbers?

To keep the service sustainable, we show approximate pupils and bucketed FSM% to free users. Upgrade to AllSchools Pro to unlock precise figures and exports.

How should I choose a school?

Start with the most recent graded Ofsted judgement, then check whether it aligns with your child’s needs. Look at distance and travel, typical class sizes (roll vs capacity), and the school’s admissions policy. Speak to the school, arrange a visit, and ask about pastoral support and enrichment.

What should I look for when comparing schools?

Compare headline Ofsted and publication dates for recency; check FSM% and local context; scan capacity utilisation (under, near, or over capacity); and review trust/local authority for governance. If available, read the official Ofsted report for curriculum and safeguarding detail.