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The Rochester Grammar School

Rochester · Medway · ME1 3BY. secondary · Academy converter · State-funded · Ages 11 to 18. Compare published figures with nearby schools, then print a visit pack — not a league table.

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Ofsted overall: Good
KS2 RWM expected: —
Attainment 8: 68.4
English & maths 9–4: 99%

Ofsted publication date: 05/03/2023. Open Ofsted report

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What is The Rochester Grammar School's Ofsted rating?

The Rochester Grammar School has an overall Ofsted grade of Good (published 05/03/2023). Open the full report for context — a single grade is not a verdict on fit for your child.

What are The Rochester Grammar School's GCSE outcomes?

Published Attainment 8 is 68.4. English and maths 9–4: 99%. Use alongside inspection excerpts and visits — tables alone do not show everyday teaching.

Where is The Rochester Grammar School?

The Rochester Grammar School is in Rochester (ME1 3BY), Medway. URN 136313.

How do I compare The Rochester Grammar School with nearby schools?

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Inspection excerpt

Verbatim from the published report (School inspection: Good School inspection · 17 January 2023). Open the full PDF for context.

Pupils and students at The Rochester Grammar School respect the high standards that the school sets for them. They share leaders’ ambition for them to thrive academically and succeed as global citizens. Pupils believe in the school motto, ‘Transforming Life Chances’, and speak passionately about how important the…

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The Rochester Grammar School
URN: 136313
Local authority: Medway
Town: Rochester
Postcode: ME1 3BY
Ofsted overall: Good (05/03/2023)
DfE data period: 2024/2025
Index updated: 2026-07-31
Canonical: https://schoolcompass.uk/schools/136313/
Positioning: School Compass parental compare — not a league table.

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