Head: Van Beales (Executive Headteacher)
An accessible girls' grammar school in Kent with an Outstanding Ofsted rating.
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Year 7 Places
0.0:1
Applicants/Place
Pass Mark
0
Pupils
Max Score
423
Qualifying Score
332
78% of max
Cutoff Score
332
78% of max
Applications
662
Offers Made
244
Distance (after pass)
All who pass qualify. Places then by distance.
Sibling Priority
Pupil Premium
Appeals Deadline
2026-04-02
Process
If you have not been offered a place at Invicta Grammar School, the law entitles you to appeal against that decision to an Independent Appeal Panel. All appeals will be heard online.
Waiting List
After 23 April 2026, Invicta Grammar School will manage its own waiting list. Any subsequent offers will be made as places become available, in accordance with the oversubscription criteria outlined in our Admissions Policy.
1. Register
1 Jun 2026
2. Take Test
Kent Test
3. Results
15 Oct 2026
4. Offer Day
1 Mar 2027
A shared 11+ entrance exam used by 32 grammar schools, administered by GL Assessment, testing English, Mathematics, Reasoning. Three multiple-choice papers administered by GL Assessment. Each paper is 50 minutes. 11-18 selective girls' school which welcomes boys into the Sixth Form. Over 1600 students on roll, including nearly 400 in the Sixth Form. Students must be assessed as suitable for grammar school through the Kent Test (PESE). Not a super-selective school. FIGS is the parent-teacher association.
Max
423
Qualifying Score
332
78% of max
Registration Opens
Registration opens for the 11+ exam
1 Jun 2026
Registration Deadline
Final day to register for the 11+ exam
1 Jul 2026
Exam Date
11+ entrance exam
10 Sep 2026
9:00am
Results Released
11+ results released to parents
15 Oct 2026
CAF Deadline
National Common Application Form deadline (set by each local authority — usually 31 October).
31 Oct 2026
CAF Deadline
Common Application Form deadline (all LAs)
31 Oct 2026
National Offer Day
National Offer Day. All secondary school offers are released today.
1 Mar 2027
National Offer Day
National Offer Day — places confirmed
1 Mar 2027
70.8
Attainment 8
Average achievement across 8 qualifications
93%
English + Maths 5+
Grade 5 or above in both
99%
English + Maths 4+
Grade 4 or above in both
95%
EBacc Entry
Entered the English Baccalaureate suite
6.83
EBacc APS
Average points across EBacc subjects
B+
Avg A-Level Grade
Average grade achieved across all A-Level entries
Bar shows this school. Ticks mark the England state-funded average (grey) and the typical grammar-school average (indigo).
Grammar median computed from up to 163 grammars.
70%
Higher Education
≈2pp vs grammar avg
64%
Russell Group
Cohort destination breakdown
Destinations trend
Strongest at
Biology
442 entries
50%
+4.7pp vs school
Chemistry
440 entries
50%
+4.7pp vs school
Art and Design
176 entries
50%
+4.7pp vs school
Watch list
Other Modern Languages
6 entries
0%
-45.3pp vs school
Combined Science
58 entries
0%
-45.3pp vs school
Strongest at
Psychology
94 entries
50%
+4.5pp vs school
Business Studies
76 entries
50%
+4.5pp vs school
English literature
74 entries
50%
+4.5pp vs school
Watch list
Music
5 entries
0%
-45.5pp vs school
Textiles
5 entries
0%
-45.5pp vs school
Entry Requirements
Sixth Form students must meet the school entry requirements. In addition students must meet their chosen subject entry requirements
Subjects Offered
Quality of Education
Outstanding
Behaviour & Attitudes
Outstanding
Personal Development
Outstanding
Leadership & Management
Outstanding
Sixth Form
Outstanding
Per-Pupil Funding
2025/20261,645 / 1,319(125%)
£0
Per Pupil Funding
Subjects Offered
Entry Requirements
Sixth Form students must meet the school entry requirements. In addition students must meet their chosen subject entry requirements
1:18
Staff:Pupil Ratio
97.85%
Qualified Teachers
2.74%
Absence Rate
3.57%
Persistent Absence
Modern teaching facilities including science laboratories, ICT suites, library, sports hall, drama studio, music rooms, art studios, and extensive outdoor space including playing fields and courts.
Sports
Sports hall, gymnasium, outdoor tennis courts, netball courts, extensive playing fields for hockey, football, cricket, athletics track, and fitness suite. The school also has access to local swimming facilities.
STEM
Science laboratories including physics, chemistry and biology labs, IT suites with modern computers, design and technology workshops
Arts
Drama studio, music practice rooms, art studios and creative spaces
Library
Well-resourced library with extensive collection of books, periodicals and digital resources, study spaces and research facilities
Capital Projects
Recent investments in science facilities and technology infrastructure upgrades
Personal Opportunities Program (POP) including Chess, Coding, Minecraft, Photography, Yoga, Crochet, Nature Walks
Sports
Music & Performing Arts
Orchestra, school productions including James and the Giant Peach
Clubs & Societies
Chess, Coding, Minecraft, Photography, Yoga, Crochet, Nature Walks
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Trips & Exchanges
Educational visits, field trips, foreign language exchanges, residential trips and cultural excursions
Community Service
Non-uniform day supports FIGS parent-teacher association.
Uniform
Navy blue blazer with school badge, white shirt, school tie, grey trousers/skirt, black shoes. Full uniform list available from school
School Meals
The school operates a cashless catering system. Students can purchase meals from the dining hall which serves hot and cold food including vegetarian and special dietary options. Students may also bring packed lunches.
Homework Policy
Homework is set regularly across all subjects to consolidate learning and develop independent study skills. Time allocations vary by year group, with Years 7-8 receiving approximately 1-1.5 hours per night, increasing to 2-3 hours for GCSE students.
Behaviour Policy
The school maintains high expectations for behaviour and conduct. A clear behaviour policy includes rewards for positive behaviour and consequences for poor choices. The policy emphasizes mutual respect, responsibility and readiness to learn.
Mobile Phone Policy
Mobile phones must be switched off and kept in bags during the school day. They may not be used in lessons or around the school site without explicit permission from staff.
SEND Provision
SEND support available including learning support department and individual education plans
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Dedicated school bus services operate from various locations across Kent including Canterbury, Ashford, Tonbridge, and Sevenoaks areas. Full route details available from the school office.
Nearest Station: Maidstone East
Transport Info
The school is accessible by public transport including buses and trains. Students travel from across Kent and surrounding areas. School recommends checking local bus timetables and train connections.
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