Chatham and Clarendon Grammar School
11+ Admissions Guide 2026

How to get into Chatham and Clarendon Grammar School

Grammar SchoolKent, South East129 days until results day

Gender

Mixed

Exam Board

Kent Test

Places (Year 7)

180

Pupil-to-Teacher Ratio

16.8:1

Healthy

About Chatham and Clarendon Grammar School

Chatham & Clarendon Grammar School is a caring and ambitious grammar school in Ramsgate where pupils are happy, purposeful and achieve well. Expert teachers set challenging work, and a recently introduced approach to helping pupils recall and apply their learning has proven particularly effective. The school nurtures a strong reading culture, with pupils discussing books enthusiastically, and offers an impressive range of extra-curricular activities including drama, music, sports, Combined Cadet Force and overseas trips. Parents frequently describe their children as "happy and thriving" within a school culture built on mutual respect and consideration for others.

Frequently asked questions about Chatham and Clarendon Grammar School

How do I apply to Chatham and Clarendon Grammar School?

Registration opens on 1 May 2026 and closes on 1 May 2026. The application deadline is 31 October 2026. Full admissions details are available on the official Chatham and Clarendon Grammar School admissions page.

What subjects does Chatham and Clarendon Grammar School test in the 11+?

Chatham and Clarendon Grammar School tests candidates in English, Maths, Verbal Reasoning and Non-Verbal Reasoning.

When is the Chatham and Clarendon Grammar School 11+ exam?

The Chatham and Clarendon Grammar School 11+ exam takes place on 1 May 2026. Results are released on 15 October 2026.

Where is Chatham and Clarendon Grammar School located?

Chatham and Clarendon Grammar School is located in Ramsgate, Kent, United Kingdom.

Subjects Tested

Maths

English

Verbal Reasoning

Non-Verbal Reasoning

Ages & Pupils

1,388

Total pupils

Academic Performance

Attainment 8

Average GCSE score across 8 subjects

National average46.2

GCSE Grade 5+

84.9%

Achieving Grade 5+ in English & Maths

National average45.3%

School Profile

Address

Chatham Street, Ramsgate, Kent, CT11 7PS

School Size

1,388 pupilsLarge

Pupil-to-Teacher Ratio

16.8:1Healthy

Consortium

Kent

Admissions

Published Admission Number

180 places

Free School Meals

Yes

Student Demographics

The percentage of pupils eligible for free school meals — a widely used indicator of the proportion of children from lower-income families.

15.2%

Free School Meals

The percentage of pupils whose first language at home is something other than English. Many of these children are fully fluent in English too!

10.6%

English as Additional Language

Pupils with an Education, Health and Care Plan — a legal document that describes a child's special educational needs and the support they receive.

0.43%

EHCP

Pupils receiving SEN Support — extra help in school for children with special educational needs who don't have an EHCP but still benefit from additional support.

8.5%

SEN Support

Links

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Chatham and Clarendon Grammar School
11+ Admissions Guide 2026

About Chatham and Clarendon Grammar School

Frequently asked questions about Chatham and Clarendon Grammar School

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