Northfleet School for Girls, Gravesend
Data last updated 11 Sept 2026
Location
Estimated admission likelihood based on school density and oversubscription data. Admissions policy: Non-selective
Key Information
DfE GIASOfsted Rating
Ofsted · 5 months agoReport card - no overall grade (new Ofsted framework from Sep 2024)
Ofsted Insights
What This School Does Well
Northfleet is exceptional at creating an inclusive, supportive community where all pupils - especially those who are disadvantaged or have SEND - thrive and make strong progress. The school goes beyond academics to develop confident, resilient young people with high aspirations through its 'Dream Big' programme and extensive enrichment opportunities. Parents particularly value the holistic approach and staff dedication to pupil wellbeing.
Key Strengths
- Exceptional attendance and behaviour, with a calm, purposeful school environment where bullying is rare
- Strong inclusive practices that identify and support pupils' needs effectively, including those with SEND and disadvantaged pupils
- Wide range of clubs, activities and leadership opportunities that engage pupils and develop their aspirations
- Effective safeguarding with open culture where concerns are actively managed
- Dedicated staff supported by leaders who value wellbeing and staff involvement in school decisions
Areas for Improvement
- Stretch for most able pupils needs to be more consistent across the school, particularly in checking understanding and providing demanding tasks
- Recent approaches to supporting higher achievement need more time to embed fully
- Some inconsistency in how staff use understanding checks to inform next steps in lessons
Safeguarding
Safeguarding standards are met - leaders and governors have created an open, positive culture where safeguarding is everyone's responsibility and pupils feel safe.
Extracurricular Activities
Clubs and activities across diverse areas, positive relationship ambassador roles, pupil leadership teams, careers fairs, visiting speakers, practice interviews with local companies, sixth-form leadership opportunities
Northfleet School for Girls is a strong school where pupils achieve well and benefit from highly positive behaviour, excellent attendance, and inclusive practices. Leaders have created a supportive environment underpinned by a 'Dream Big' vision that fosters pupil aspiration and wellbeing.
At a Glance
39.6%
Free School Meals
No
Boarding
No
Nursery
Yes
Sixth Form
No
Special Measures
Class Sizes
22.3
Avg class size
51
Total classes
10 classes with more than 30 pupils
2024/25 academic year
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Capacity & Demand
School Occupancy
115%
Over capacity
1,312 pupils
1,145 capacity
167 places over capacity
Area Demand Pressure - Gravesend
Based on MHCLG housing supply data for Gravesend
Admissions Demand - Kent
Places available
19,410
Applications
18,281
Got 1st preference
80.6%
Got preferred school
96.5%
Secondary admissions across Kent (2025/26)
Inspection History(9)
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SEN Provision
How many pupils have special educational needs, what types of support the school provides, and how it compares to similar schools.
Pupil Demographics
The school's pupil mix - ethnicity breakdown, free school meals eligibility, and English as an additional language. Useful context when evaluating school fit.
Teachers & Staff
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School Funding
Annual funding per pupil, total budget, pupil premium grants, and how the school's resources compare to similar schools nationally.
Pupil Absence2024/25
8.30065%
Overall absence
24.36594%
Persistent absence
1,104
Enrolments
Absence trend
Source: DfE pupil absence statistics. Persistent absence = pupils missing 10%+ sessions.
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Feeder Primary Schools
Primary schools that likely feed into this school, based on proximity
Northfleet School for Girls
Painters Ash Primary School
Springhead Park Primary School
Shears Green Junior School
Shears Green Infant School
Copperfield Academy
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Northfleet
St Botolph's Church of England Primary School
Cecil Road Primary and Nursery School
Rosherville Church of England Academy
Lawn Primary School
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