Question 1

Is St Gregory's Catholic School a good school?

Accepted Answer

Yes. The school was rated Good in all areas by Ofsted in October 2024, and Outstanding for Catholic Life and Mission in its June 2024 denominational inspection. In the 2025 dataset, Attainment 8 is 43.8 and 42.4% achieved grades 5 or above in English and maths. Around three in ten A-level grades were A*-B in 2025. The school is particularly noted for its warm welcome, pastoral care, and focus on helping every child feel known and valued.

Question 2

What is the Catholic character of St Gregory's?

Accepted Answer

St Gregory's is a Catholic academy that openly operates within Catholic teaching and practice. Daily prayer, regular Mass attendance, Religious Education to GCSE and A-level, and explicit integration of Catholic values into school life are standard. The school welcomes students and families of all faiths and none, but they must be comfortable with Catholic practices integrated throughout the school day.

Question 3

How competitive is entry to Year 7 at St Gregory's?

Accepted Answer

The school is significantly oversubscribed with approximately 3.3 applications for each place. Entry is non-selective (no entrance examinations), based on published admissions policy including looked-after children, siblings, proximity to school, and Catholic faith practice. Families should not assume they will secure a place without meeting these criteria.

Question 4

What facilities and sports does St Gregory's offer?

Accepted Answer

The school features a modern Sports Centre, full-sized 3G all-weather pitch, multi-use games area, vast playing fields, and fitness suite. Sports include football, basketball, rugby, athletics, rounders, netball, cricket and trampolining. Specialist academies exist in Football, Dance, and a new Equestrian Club. Duke of Edinburgh's Award runs to Gold level.

Question 5

What is the music and drama provision at St Gregory's?

Accepted Answer

The school has a strong music programme integrated into Catholic celebrations and Masses, with an annual 'Starlight' music production. Drama performances run throughout the year with multiple performance venues. Dance Academy provides structured development beyond PE lessons. Students have opportunities for instrumental tuition and ensemble participation.

Question 6

What are the sixth form entry requirements at St Gregory's?

Accepted Answer

Students typically need a minimum of five GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including English and Mathematics. Some A-level subjects have specific subject requirements. The sixth form is open to external applicants. In 2024, 39% of sixth form leavers progressed to university, 42% entered employment, and 2% began apprenticeships.

Question 7

How is pastoral care organised at St Gregory's?

Accepted Answer

The school is organised into five Areas of Learning, each led by an Assistant Headteacher. Students remain with the same tutor group throughout their journey, building consistent relationships with staff. Mental health and wellbeing support is available. The school hosts the West Kent Hearing Impaired Resource and has a dedicated AEN team supporting students with additional needs.

Question 8

Is St Gregory's a selective school?

Accepted Answer

No. St Gregory's is a non-selective, mixed Catholic academy. Entry to Year 7 is via the Kent local authority coordinated admissions scheme, based on admissions policy rather than entrance examinations or academic ability. All students of secondary age who live within reasonable reach can apply.

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