Best 3 Secondary 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 secondary schools: Mayfield Grammar School, Gravesend (Secondary) in Gravesend; Invicta Grammar School (Secondary) in Maidstone; Bennett Memorial Diocesan School (Secondary) in Tunbridge Wells — covering Ofsted outcomes, size, FSM%, governance, capacity & more.

At a glance

This page compares Mayfield Grammar School, Gravesend, Invicta Grammar School and Bennett Memorial Diocesan School. They are secondary phase and academy converter type located around Gravesend, Kent, Maidstone, Kent and Tunbridge Wells, Kent. The strongest headline Ofsted judgement here is 1 (Mayfield Grammar School, Gravesend), published Jun 2024. The most recent inspection on record is for Mayfield Grammar School, Gravesend (Jun 2024). average roll around ≈ 1,650, combined total ≈ 4,950, typical FSM 5–10%, range 5–10%–10–15%; spread across trusts such as Valley Invicta Academies Trust and The Tenax Schools Trust.

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Attribute	Mayfield Grammar School, Gravesend DA11 0JE	Invicta Grammar School ME14 5DS	Bennett Memorial Diocesan School TN4 9SH
Phase / Type	Secondary • Academy converter	Secondary • Academy converter	Secondary • Academy converter
Location	Gravesend Kent DA11 0JE	Maidstone Kent ME14 5DS	Tunbridge Wells Kent TN4 9SH
Latest Ofsted	1 9 Jun 2024	1 23 May 2024	1 30 Jan 2024
Ofsted report	—	—	—
Pupils (roll)	≈ 1,450 🔒 Unlock exact pupils	≈ 1,650 🔒 Unlock exact pupils	≈ 1,900 🔒 Unlock exact pupils
FSM %	10–15% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %	5–10% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %	5–10% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %
Capacity	1207	1319	1452
Capacity utilisation	Over capacity 🔒 View exact %	Over capacity 🔒 View exact %	Over capacity 🔒 View exact %
Age range	—	—	—
Gender	Girls	Girls	Mixed
Admissions policy	Selective	Selective	Non-selective
Trust / Local authority	Kent (886)	Valley Invicta Academies Trust	The Tenax Schools Trust
Website	www.mgsg.kent.sch.uk	www.invicta.viat.org.uk	www.bennettmemorial.co.uk
Telephone	01474352896	01622755856	01892521595
SEN provision	None reported	None reported	None reported
Profile	View profile	View profile	View profile

Mayfield Grammar School, Gravesend

DA11 0JE

Phase / Type: Secondary • Academy converter
Location: Gravesend
Kent
DA11 0JE
Ofsted: 1 9 Jun 2024
Pupils: ≈ 1,450 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 10–15% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: Kent (886)
Website: www.mgsg.kent.sch.uk
Telephone: 01474352896

Invicta Grammar School

ME14 5DS

Phase / Type: Secondary • Academy converter
Location: Maidstone
Kent
ME14 5DS
Ofsted: 1 23 May 2024
Pupils: ≈ 1,650 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 5–10% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: Valley Invicta Academies Trust
Website: www.invicta.viat.org.uk
Telephone: 01622755856

Bennett Memorial Diocesan School

TN4 9SH

Phase / Type: Secondary • Academy converter
Location: Tunbridge Wells
Kent
TN4 9SH
Ofsted: 1 30 Jan 2024
Pupils: ≈ 1,900 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 5–10% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: The Tenax Schools Trust
Website: www.bennettmemorial.co.uk
Telephone: 01892521595

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.