Tunbridge Wells Grammar School for Boys is a secondary community school in Tunbridge Wells, South East. It has not yet been rated by students on y.school. Be the first to rate this community school and help other students and parents understand what the school experience is really like.
In terms of academic performance, Tunbridge Wells Grammar School for Boys has a Progress 8 score of +0.46 (above the national average), an Attainment 8 score of 64.2, 98% of students achieving grade 4+ in English and Maths, an average A-Level grade of B.
The school has a teacher turnover rate of 21.8%, 4% of pupils eligible for free school meals, an overall absence rate of 5.7%.
After leaving Tunbridge Wells Grammar School for Boys, student destinations include 67% going on to university and 3% entering apprenticeships.
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Tunbridge Wells Grammar School for Boys has a Progress 8 score of +0.46, 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 64.2. Attainment 8 measures the average achievement of students across 8 qualifications including English, Maths, three EBacc subjects, and three open group qualifications.
98% of students at Tunbridge Wells Grammar School for Boys achieved grade 4 or above in both English and Maths GCSEs.
Students at Tunbridge Wells Grammar School for Boys achieve an average A-Level grade of B. This metric covers all A-Level and equivalent qualifications taken at the school.
Tunbridge Wells Grammar School for Boys has an overall absence rate of 5.7%. The national average for secondary schools is approximately 5.5%.
The teacher turnover rate at Tunbridge Wells Grammar School for Boys is 21.8%. This measures the percentage of teachers who left the school in the past year.
4% of pupils are eligible for free school meals, which is used as a proxy for socioeconomic disadvantage.
After leaving Tunbridge Wells Grammar School for Boys, 67% go on to university and 3% enter apprenticeships.
Source: Department for Education, Ofsted. Data shown for context only — does not influence the Student Score.
Tunbridge Wells Grammar School for Boys was rated "Good" by Ofsted following an inspection in November 2021 (4 years ago). Based on Ofsted's inspection cycle, Tunbridge Wells Grammar School for Boys 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 Tunbridge Wells Grammar School for Boys'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
50/mo
Within ~1 mile (Police.uk)
Violent Crime
25/mo
50% of total
Air Quality
Good
NO₂: 7.4 µg/m³ · PM2.5: 6.9
Bus Stops
9
Within 500m
Nearest Station
High Brooms Rail Station
1.0km away
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 4 years ago. Schools are typically re-inspected every 4 years — this rating may no longer reflect the current school.
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.