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Barton Court Grammar School
Canterbury·South East·Academy
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Barton Court Grammar School is a secondary academy in Canterbury, South East. It has not yet been rated by students on y.school. Be the first to rate this academy and help other students and parents understand what the school experience is really like.
In terms of academic performance, Barton Court Grammar School has a Progress 8 score of +0.38 (above the national average), an Attainment 8 score of 66.0, 96% of students achieving grade 4+ in English and Maths, an average A-Level grade of B-.
The school has 1,005 pupils on roll, a teacher turnover rate of 12.4%, 11% of pupils eligible for free school meals, an overall absence rate of 5.5%.
After leaving Barton Court Grammar School, student destinations include 64% going on to university and 3% entering apprenticeships.
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Barton Court Grammar School has a Progress 8 score of +0.38, which is above the national average of 0. Progress 8 measures how much progress students make between the end of Key Stage 2 and their GCSE results, compared to students with similar starting points nationally.
The school's Attainment 8 score is 66.0. Attainment 8 measures the average achievement of students across 8 qualifications including English, Maths, three EBacc subjects, and three open group qualifications.
96% of students at Barton Court Grammar School achieved grade 4 or above in both English and Maths GCSEs.
Students at Barton Court Grammar School achieve an average A-Level grade of B-. This metric covers all A-Level and equivalent qualifications taken at the school.
Barton Court Grammar School has an overall absence rate of 5.5%. The national average for secondary schools is approximately 5.5%.
The teacher turnover rate at Barton Court Grammar School is 12.4%. This measures the percentage of teachers who left the school in the past year.
Barton Court Grammar School has 1,005 pupils on roll.
11% of pupils are eligible for free school meals, which is used as a proxy for socioeconomic disadvantage.
After leaving Barton Court Grammar School, 64% go on to university and 3% enter apprenticeships.
Source: Department for Education, Ofsted. Data shown for context only — does not influence the Student Score.
Barton Court Grammar School was rated "Good" by Ofsted following an inspection in February 2020 (6 years ago). Based on Ofsted's inspection cycle, Barton Court Grammar School is overdue for reinspection.
A "Good" rating means Ofsted found the school provides a high standard of education across all areas assessed. Around 65% of schools in England are rated Good, making it the most common rating.
Note: From November 2025, Ofsted replaced single-word judgements with detailed report cards covering multiple categories. While Barton Court Grammar School's rating shown above was awarded under the previous system, Ofsted now provides more granular assessments. For the most up-to-date inspection information, check the school's report card on the Ofsted website.
Ofsted data is displayed for context only and does not influence the Student Score. For the official Ofsted report, visit reports.ofsted.gov.uk.
Crime Nearby
465/mo
Within ~1 mile (Police.uk)
Violent Crime
149/mo
32% of total
Air Quality
Good
NO₂: 8.8 µg/m³ · PM2.5: 6.7
Bus Stops
10
Within 500m
Source: Police.uk, DEFRA UK-Air, DfT NaPTAN. Based on the school's location — actual conditions may vary.
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This inspection was 6 years ago. Schools are typically re-inspected every 4 years — this rating may no longer reflect the current school.
Quality of Education
Good
Behaviour & Attitudes
Outstanding
Personal Development
Outstanding
Leadership & Management
Outstanding
Parent View
Would Recommend
80%
Child is Happy
38%
Child Feels Safe
46%
Source: Department for Education / Ofsted. Data shown for context only — does not influence the Student Score. Small schools may show extreme percentages due to small sample sizes.