Best 3 Secondary schools in Folkestone and Hythe – comparison

Q: How are these comparisons built?

We align public datasets side-by-side. Headline Ofsted judgement and publication date are shown when available. Exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are available to Pro users; free users see rounded values.

Q: What if a school has a recent ungraded visit?

Ungraded Section 8 visits do not replace the last graded judgement. We continue to show the latest graded judgement until a new graded inspection is published.

Q: Why can’t I see exact numbers?

To keep the service sustainable, exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are Pro features. Everyone can still compare approximate values.

Q: How should I choose a school?

Start with the most recent graded Ofsted judgement, then consider distance and travel, roll versus capacity, and the admissions policy. Visit the school, ask about pastoral support and enrichment, and ensure it fits your child’s needs.

Q: What should I look for when comparing schools?

Compare headline Ofsted and publication dates for recency; check FSM% and local context; review capacity utilisation (under, near, or over capacity); and look at trust or local authority governance. Read the official Ofsted report for curriculum and safeguarding details.

Comparison of secondary schools: The Harvey Grammar School (Secondary) in Folkestone; The Folkestone School for Girls (Secondary) in Folkestone; Turner Free School (Secondary) in Folkestone — covering Ofsted outcomes, size, FSM%, governance, capacity & more.

At a glance

This page compares The Harvey Grammar School, The Folkestone School for Girls and Turner Free School. They are secondary phase and academy converter and free schools type located around Folkestone, Kent and Folkestone. The strongest headline Ofsted judgement here is 1 (The Harvey Grammar School), published Apr 2016. The lowest is 2 (The Folkestone School for Girls), published Jun 2024. The most recent inspection on record is for The Folkestone School for Girls (Jun 2024). average roll around ≈ 1,050, combined total ≈ 3,200, typical FSM 20–25%, range 10–15%–40–45%; spread across trusts such as The Harvey Academy, The Folkestone School for Girls Academy Trust and Turner Schools.

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Attribute	The Harvey Grammar School CT19 5JY	The Folkestone School for Girls CT20 3RB	Turner Free School CT19 4PB
Phase / Type	Secondary • Academy converter	Secondary • Academy converter	Secondary • Free schools
Location	Folkestone Kent CT19 5JY	Folkestone Kent CT20 3RB	Folkestone CT19 4PB
Latest Ofsted	1 25 Apr 2016	2 10 Jun 2024	2 30 Jan 2023
Ofsted report	—	—	—
Pupils (roll)	≈ 1,000 🔒 Unlock exact pupils	≈ 1,150 🔒 Unlock exact pupils	≈ 1,000 🔒 Unlock exact pupils
FSM %	10–15% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %	10–15% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %	40–45% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %
Capacity	980	1053	1260
Capacity utilisation	Near capacity 🔒 View exact %	Over capacity 🔒 View exact %	Under capacity 🔒 View exact %
Age range	—	—	—
Gender	Boys	Girls	Mixed
Admissions policy	Selective	Selective	Non-selective
Trust / Local authority	The Harvey Academy	The Folkestone School for Girls Academy Trust	Turner Schools
Website	www.harveygs.kent.sch.uk	www.folkestonegirls.kent.sch.uk	www.turnerfreeschool.org
Telephone	01303252131	01303251125	01303842400
SEN provision	None reported	None reported	None reported
Profile	View profile	View profile	View profile

The Harvey Grammar School

CT19 5JY

Phase / Type: Secondary • Academy converter
Location: Folkestone
Kent
CT19 5JY
Ofsted: 1 25 Apr 2016
Pupils: ≈ 1,000 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 10–15% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: The Harvey Academy
Website: www.harveygs.kent.sch.uk
Telephone: 01303252131

The Folkestone School for Girls

CT20 3RB

Phase / Type: Secondary • Academy converter
Location: Folkestone
Kent
CT20 3RB
Ofsted: 2 10 Jun 2024
Pupils: ≈ 1,150 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 10–15% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: The Folkestone School for Girls Academy Trust
Website: www.folkestonegirls.kent.sch.uk
Telephone: 01303251125

Turner Free School

CT19 4PB

Phase / Type: Secondary • Free schools
Location: Folkestone
CT19 4PB
Ofsted: 2 30 Jan 2023
Pupils: ≈ 1,000 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 40–45% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: Turner Schools
Website: www.turnerfreeschool.org
Telephone: 01303842400

Map of compared schools

How are these comparisons built?

We line up public school data side-by-side. Ofsted “headline” judgement is shown with the publication date when available. Exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are available to Pro users; everyone sees rounded values.

What if a school has a recent ungraded visit?

Ungraded visits (Section 8) check whether the previous graded judgement still stands, but do not replace it. We keep the latest graded judgement as the headline until a new graded inspection is published.

Why can’t I see exact numbers?

To keep the service sustainable, we show approximate pupils and bucketed FSM% to free users. Upgrade to AllSchools Pro to unlock precise figures and exports.

How should I choose a school?

Start with the most recent graded Ofsted judgement, then check whether it aligns with your child’s needs. Look at distance and travel, typical class sizes (roll vs capacity), and the school’s admissions policy. Speak to the school, arrange a visit, and ask about pastoral support and enrichment.

What should I look for when comparing schools?

Compare headline Ofsted and publication dates for recency; check FSM% and local context; scan capacity utilisation (under, near, or over capacity); and review trust/local authority for governance. If available, read the official Ofsted report for curriculum and safeguarding detail.

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