Highworth Grammar School
Maidstone Road, Ashford, TN24 8UD
Age range
Ages 11 to 18
Gender
Girls
Pupils
1543
Headteacher
Mr Duncan Beer
Type
Grammar
Ofsted
Outstanding
Local authority
Kent
Academy
Yes
Sixth form
Yes
About Highworth Grammar School
Highworth Grammar School is a grammar school in Ashford, Kent, serving pupils aged 11 to 18. It is a girls' school. The school has a sixth form.
Learning and school life
The curriculum is designed for pupils in the school's age range.
SEND and information for families
This is a mainstream school. Parents should check the school's latest admissions policy and SEN information report for current details.
School admissions
Admissions assessment
Kent Test
School results & attendance
KS2 results
N/A
A-Level results
Average grade · 2024/25
Attendance
100% − absence
Free school meals
SEND
SEND setting
Mainstream school
SEND provision
Please check with the school
The school hasn't confirmed this. Contact them directly.
Specialisms
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Wraparound & nursery
Nursery
No
Breakfast club
Please check with the school
After-school club
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Highworth Grammar School term dates
Autumn 1 · 2026
1 Sep-23 Oct
Autumn 2 · 2026
2 Nov-18 Dec
Spring 1 · 2027
4 Jan-12 Feb
Spring 2 · 2027
22 Feb-25 Mar
Summer 1 · 2027
12 Apr-28 May
Summer 2 · 2027
7 Jun-21 Jul
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Coming soonFrequently asked
What type of school is Highworth Grammar School?
Highworth Grammar School is a secondary academy. It is a girls' school.
What age range does Highworth Grammar School cover?
Highworth Grammar School serves pupils aged 11 to 18.
What SEND support does Highworth Grammar School offer?
Highworth Grammar School is a mainstream school. Check the school's SEN information report or contact the SENCO for current support details.
What is Highworth Grammar School's Ofsted rating?
Ofsted rated Highworth Grammar School Outstanding after its inspection on 14 January 2025.
Where is Highworth Grammar School?
Highworth Grammar School is at Maidstone Road, Ashford, Kent, TN24 8UD.
About this information. Compiled from published sources including the Department for Education, Ofsted and the school's own website. Last reviewed July 2026.
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