The Harvey Grammar School

A outstanding academy converter school in Kent. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for The Harvey Grammar School.

Folkestone, CT195JY Ofsted: Outstanding Age 11-18 Boys intake
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Performance Score

Overall school rating

66

/ 100

Secondary with Sixth Form weighted harmonic mean of 5 indicators

Indicators used for Secondary with Sixth Form schools

Progress 8 score
59.6
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 20.0%
Raw: 0.24
English & Maths grade 4+ %
74.5
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 20.0%
Raw: 97.1%
Continue in education or training
52.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 20.0%
Raw: 58.0%
Sustained employment
61.3
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 20.0%
Raw: 30.0%
Ofsted inspection outcome
100.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 20.0%
Raw: Outstanding

How we weight each phase

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Primary schools

  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 40.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Secondary schools

  • Progress 8 score 40.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

All-through schools

  • Progress 8 score 25.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 15.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Secondary with Sixth Form schools

  • Progress 8 score 20.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • Continue in education or training 20.0%
  • Sustained employment 20.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Sixth Form Only schools

  • Continue in education or training 40.0%
  • Sustained employment 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Special schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Alternative Provision schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Independent schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Ofsted Inspection

Official inspection outcomes

Outstanding
Overall effectiveness
Outstanding
Last inspected
16 March 2016
Previous grade
Good
Quality of education
9
Behaviour & attitudes
9
Personal development
9
Leadership & management
Outstanding
Safeguarding
Effective

Source: Ofsted inspection outcomes. Grades: Outstanding, Good, Requires Improvement, Inadequate.

Contact Information

How to reach this school

Source: GIAS
Address
Cheriton Road
Folkestone, CT195JY
Phone
1303252131
Website
harveygs.kent.sch.uk/

Location

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School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
138480
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Secondary with Sixth Form
Address
Cheriton Road, Folkestone, CT19 5JY
Website
http://www.harveygs.kent.sch.uk/
Age range
11-18
Gender
Boys
Religious character
Does not apply
School status
Open
Trust/MAT
THE HARVEY ACADEMY
Capacity
980 pupils
Setting
Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
Sixth Form
Yes
Nursery
No

School Performance Data

Official government statistics

Source: DfE

School Demographics

Total Pupils
1,027
Free School Meals
12.2% (125 pupils)
Special Educational Needs
0.3% (3 pupils)

Daily Attendance

Attendance Rate
94.9%
Good
Persistent Absence
12.6%
Missing 10%+ of school days

Real Success Rates

What happens to students after they leave this school

Continue Education
58.0%
University, college, or sixth form
Enter Employment
30.0%
Full or part-time jobs
Start Apprenticeships
3.0%
Learning while earning
Not in Education or Work
6.0%
NEET - needs support

Sixth Form University Progression

Where sixth form students go after graduation

University Progression
57%
Quality: Good
Sixth Form Size
120 students
Per cohort
Apprenticeships
3.0%

Key Performance Indicators

English & Maths Grade 5+:
97.1 (+45.1 vs average)
EBacc Entry:
51.8 (+32.4 vs average)
Attainment 8:
62.9 (+23.4 vs average)
Low Persistent Absence:
12.6 (4.9 below average)
Progress 8:
0.24 (+0.4 vs average)

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Class Size Information

Average Class Size
64 pupils
Large Classes
Pupils per Year Group
128
Average across all year groups
Total School Size
1,027 pupils
11-18

Subjects This School Excels At

Subjects where students perform significantly above national average

Art & Design (Fine Art) (GCE A level)
★★★★ ★
(8 students)
Biology (GCE A level)
★★★★ ★
(19 students)
Sports Studies (BTEC National Diploma L3 - Band J - PP-D*D*)
★★★★ ★
(9 students)
Government & Politics (GCE A level)
★★★★ ★
(15 students)
Geography (GCE A level)
★★★ ★★
(19 students)

Strong performance in 5 subjects

From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

Hard work Support for fellow pupils Developing individual talents Fair access regardless of background

Extracurriculars

Clubs

Music & Drama groups (Harvey Singers, Barbershop, Orchestra, Big Band, Samba Band) Sports clubs/teams (football, hockey, cricket, etc.) Language and cultural trips clubs (international trips)

Sports

football hockey cricket athletics basketball cross-country golf rugby skiing swimming tennis badminton fitness training gymnastics

Facilities

Alan Philpott Memorial Sports Ground (Les Ames Memorial Pavilion) Three Hills Sports Park facilities Computer network with fibre optic and wireless connectivity Computers throughout site with Windows and Office Intranet with learning resources for pupils and parents

Curriculum Highlights

Broad and balanced curriculum Key Stage 3 curriculum exceeds the National Curriculum Key Stage 4 core curriculum delivering the English Baccalaureate Sixth Form offers A Levels and equivalent vocational courses

SEND Provision

The Harvey Grammar School provides support for pupils with special educational needs through its Special Educational Needs Coordinator; publishes a SEN policy and annual SEN report; maintains an Accessibility Plan.

Admissions Criteria

Year 7 admissions are based on the results of the Kent Test and the Shepway Test; to apply for the Shepway Test in September 2025, complete the Application Form; register for both tests; attend Open Evening (optional); external applicants apply through Kent Choices; in-year/casual admissions follow the same standards and procedures; information and appeals guidance available via linked guides.

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