About the school
Maidstone Grammar School for Girls is a selective grammar school in Maidstone. The school admits girls into Years 7 to 11 and girls and boys into Years 12 and 13.
| School type | Grammar · Girls |
|---|---|
| Headteacher | Deborah Stanley |
| Sixth form | Yes |
📅 Open days: Year 7 open events listed on the site include an open afternoon on Wednesday 1 July 2026 (13:35–15:25), an open morning on Friday 3 July 2026 (9:05–11:05), an open evening on Tuesday 13 October 2026 (16:30–19:30), an open morning on 19 October 2026 (9:05–11:05) and an open afternoon on 20 October 2026 (13:30/13:35–15:25).
Entrance exam
| Exam board / format | Bespoke test |
|---|---|
| Consortium | Kent PESE |
| Delivery | Paper-based |
| Subjects tested | English, Maths, Verbal Reasoning, Non-Verbal Reasoning, Writing |
📄 Free Maidstone Grammar School for Girls practice papers (PDF)
Admissions & catchment
| Catchment | Open to all — no catchment requirement |
|---|---|
| Detail | Oversubscription criteria include looked after/previously looked after children, children previously in care outside England, Pupil Premium applicants (with SIF by 31 October), current family association, then distance from home to school. |
| Places (Year 7) | 210 |
| Ofsted rating | Outstanding |
Key dates
| Registration opens | 1 Jun 2026 |
|---|---|
| Registration deadline | 1 Jul 2026 |
| Typical exam date | To be confirmed |
The admissions page shows outdated Kent Test dates for 2026/27: registration opens 2026-06-01, registration closes 2026-07-01, and says the Kent Tests are taken in September. It also states the SIF for Pupil Premium notification should be returned by 31 October in the year of application.
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