Head: Paul Norman
An accessible girls' grammar school in Bromley with an Outstanding Ofsted rating.
0
Year 7 Places
0.0:1
Applicants/Place
Pass Mark
0
Pupils
Max Score
282
Qualifying Score
221
78% of max
Cutoff Score
221
78% of max
Distance Cutoff
5.2 mi
Applications
580
Offers Made
177
Score, then Distance
Places by test score. Equal scores broken by distance.
Sibling Priority
Pupil Premium
1. Register
1 May 2026
2. Take Test
London/SE Standalone
3. Results
19 Oct 2026
4. Offer Day
1 Mar 2027
This school uses its own 11+ entrance test, testing Verbal Reasoning, Non-Verbal Reasoning. The exam consists of 2 papers totalling 60 minutes.
Max
282
Qualifying Score
221
78% of max
Registration Opens
Registration opens for the 11+ exam
1 May 2026
Registration Deadline
Final day to register for the 11+ exam
15 Jul 2026
Exam Date
11+ entrance exam
19 Sep 2026
9:00am
Results Released
11+ results released to parents
19 Oct 2026
CAF Deadline
Common Application Form deadline (all LAs)
31 Oct 2026
National Offer Day
National Offer Day — places confirmed
1 Mar 2027
82.8
Attainment 8
Average achievement across 8 qualifications
100%
English + Maths 5+
Grade 5 or above in both
100%
English + Maths 4+
Grade 4 or above in both
74%
EBacc Entry
Entered the English Baccalaureate suite
7.89
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.
76%
Higher Education
+8pp vs grammar avg
57%
Russell Group
Cohort destination breakdown
Destinations trend
Strongest at
Mathematics
312 entries
50%
+0.4pp vs school
Biology
312 entries
50%
+0.4pp vs school
Chemistry
312 entries
50%
+0.4pp vs school
Watch list
Other Modern Languages
61 entries
44%
-5.3pp vs school
Art and Design
44 entries
48%
-1.8pp vs school
Strongest at
Maths
306 entries
50%
+0.1pp vs school
Biology
160 entries
50%
+0.1pp vs school
Physics
118 entries
50%
+0.1pp vs school
No subject clearly underperforms vs the school average.
Entry Requirements
Minimum of 4 Grade 6s and 4 Grade 7s taken from at least 8 GCSEs completed in one sitting, Grade 7 or higher in subjects to be followed to Advanced Level, and at least a Grade 6 in English and Mathematics
Subjects Offered
Quality of Education
Outstanding
Behaviour & Attitudes
Outstanding
Personal Development
Outstanding
Leadership & Management
Outstanding
Sixth Form
Outstanding
Per-Pupil Funding
2025/20261,262 / 955(132%)
£0
Per Pupil Funding
Subjects Offered
Entry Requirements
Minimum of 4 Grade 6s and 4 Grade 7s taken from at least 8 GCSEs completed in one sitting, Grade 7 or higher in subjects to be followed to Advanced Level, and at least a Grade 6 in English and Mathematics
1:18.8
Staff:Pupil Ratio
98.54%
Qualified Teachers
4.6%
Absence Rate
12.82%
Persistent Absence
DT club with 3D printing capabilities
Sports
Astroturf pitch, sports hall, swimming pool, gym
STEM
3D printing facilities in Design and Technology
Arts
Drama theatre, music rooms, art studios
Library
Well-resourced library with extensive book collection, study spaces, computer access, and quiet study areas. Open before and after school for independent study.
Capital Projects
Recently appointed as Design and Technology Association D&T Hub School
Academic societies, Medicine and Dentistry pathways, sports, Knit and Natter, Japanology, Global Social Leaders, Diversity Forum, Drama productions, Music concerts
Sports
Music & Performing Arts
Chinese Choir, Christmas Concert, School of Rock production, composition masterclasses
Clubs & Societies
Duke of Edinburgh
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Trips & Exchanges
Ski Trip to New Hampshire
Community Service
Community Iftar events, charity work through Year 8 Enterprise programme where students present to win £1000 for their chosen charity
Uniform
Blazer with multiple pockets required
School Meals
The school offers a hot meal service, with options for vegetarian and halal meals
Homework Policy
Homework is set regularly across all subjects to consolidate learning and develop independent study skills. Students are expected to spend approximately 1-2 hours per night on homework in Years 7-11, increasing in the sixth form.
Behaviour Policy
High expectations of behaviour and conduct. Clear rewards and sanctions system. House point system for positive recognition. Detention system for misconduct. Emphasis on respect, responsibility and integrity.
Mobile Phone Policy
Mobile phones are allowed in designated areas only
SEND Provision
Access arrangements available for students with special educational needs or disability
4.2
4.2(87)Google Reviews
87 reviews
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Route 197 from Bromley South Station
Nearest Station: New Addington Station
Transport Info
Located in Orpington, Kent. Accessible by train to Orpington station (10-minute walk). Multiple bus routes serve the area including 51, 61, 208, R1, R7, R8, R9. School coach services available from various locations in Kent and South London.
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