Schools in Gravesend | Primary & Secondary Schools

Exploring Schools in Gravesend

For families considering a move to Gravesend, understanding the local education options can be an important part of choosing where to live.

Gravesend and the surrounding Gravesham area have a range of primary and secondary schools, including community schools, academies and selective grammar schools. Provision varies by neighbourhood, so families should consider a school’s location, age range, admissions arrangements and suitability for their child.

This guide introduces some of the education options in Gravesend and explains where to find current information when researching schools.

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Primary Schools in Gravesend

Gravesend has primary schools serving different neighbourhoods across the town. These provide education for children in the primary years, with individual schools setting out their age ranges, curriculum information and admissions arrangements.

Examples of primary provision in the wider Gravesend area include:

Chantry Primary School – a primary school in Gravesend, DA12 2RL.
Dover Road Community Primary School – located on Dover Road, Gravesend.
Holy Trinity Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School – a Church of England primary school in Gravesend.
Dover Road County Infant School and Dover Road County Junior School – separate infant and junior provision in the town.

This is an introductory selection rather than a complete list. Families should use Kent County Council’s school search to identify schools near a particular address and confirm each school’s current age range and admissions policy.

Secondary Schools in Gravesend

Gravesend and the surrounding area provide a number of secondary education options, including comprehensive and selective provision.

Gravesend Grammar School

Gravesend Grammar School is a selective boys’ grammar school with a sixth form. It is located on Church Walk, Gravesend, DA12 2PR.

As a selective school, admission is subject to its published entry requirements and admissions arrangements. Families considering the school should review its current policy and the Kent Test process.
Mayfield Grammar School

Mayfield Grammar School is a selective girls’ grammar school for secondary-age pupils, with a sixth form that also admits boys. The school is located on Pelham Road, Gravesend, DA11 0JE.

Prospective families should consult the school’s current admissions information for entry requirements, age ranges and arrangements for sixth-form admission.

Other secondary schools serve Gravesend and the surrounding communities. The most suitable options will depend on a family’s location, preferences and the admissions criteria of each school.

FAQs

What primary schools are in Gravesend?

Gravesend has a number of primary schools, including Chantry Primary School, Dover Road Community Primary School and Holy Trinity Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School. Use Kent County Council’s directory for a complete, current list.

Are there grammar schools in Gravesend?

Yes. Gravesend Grammar School and Mayfield Grammar School are selective grammar schools in the town. Each has its own published admissions arrangements.

How do I find schools near a Gravesend postcode?

Use Kent County Council’s school search to identify nearby schools. Distances are a guide and do not determine whether a child will be offered a place.

Does living near a school guarantee admission?

No. Admission depends on the school’s published criteria, the number of places available and the circumstances of the application.

Where can I find school admissions information?

Kent County Council publishes information about school places, admissions criteria and applications. Check the relevant school’s own website as well, particularly for schools that set their own admissions arrangements.