"... aspirational for its pupils."
At OPGS, we hold firm on our responsibility to deliver a broad and balanced curriculum, an exceptional standard of teaching and learning and a wider range of extra-curricular opportunities. We have high standards of behaviour and our pupils are ‘polite and courteous,’ contributing significantly to our consistently positive learning environment.
Meet Our Head Teacher
It is a real honour to be the Headteacher of this magnificent school. I, and every staff member, have high aspirations for every young person that attends our school. These high expectations are demonstrated through a broad and challenging curriculum, exceptional standards in regards to behaviour and attitudes and a commitment to delivering a wide range of extra-curricular and enrichment experiences. We are well known for our outstanding level of pastoral support and care. Our young people are well supported with their personal development but also challenged academically so that they can achieve to the best of their ability. Our outcomes at GCSE and A Level are exceptional and allow OPGS students to acquire the qualifications and skills necessary to take the next steps in their own personal journey.
Please contact the school if you would like to visit us and see for yourself.
S.L. Craig - Head Teacher
Latest News
7 Oct
Huge congratulations to Ethan in Year 10. Ethan has been crowned the 2025 British Talent Cup Champion, making history as the first-ever to win the title at just 14 years old. In challenging conditions marked by high winds and rain, he delivered an outstanding performance with two second place finishes and a first-place victory, securing the championship by a margin of 13 points.
6 Oct
Thank you to every family that attended our Open Event on Saturday. We hope the morning gave a true sense of what life at OPGS is like. We now have a series of Open Mornings so that prospective families can see the school operating as it does on a normal school day. Parking is available on our hardcourt, next the the main school site. Wednesday 8th October 09:00 - 11:00 Tuesday 14th October 09:00 - 11:00 Friday 17th October 09:00 - 11:00 We hope to see you there.
4 Oct
Thank you to staff and students who gave up their Saturday morning to welcome prospective students and their families to OPGS. If you visited us we hope you enjoyed our Open Morning and experienced the true community spirit which makes OPGS such a special place to learn and work. You can see our website for more information on our outstanding GCSE and A level results along with curriculum and extra curriculum information. If you did not make it to see us this morning do pop and see us one one of our open mornings.
3 Oct
1 - One of the things that makes OPGS such a special place to be, both as a student and a teacher, is that we are a school based on the principles of 'Kindness, Tolerance and Respect' where all members of the school strive to be the best they can be and take time to serve the wider school community. We look forward to seeing you tomorrow!
1 Oct
Reasons to choose OPGS 3 - Facilities and resources play a key part in the decision making process but equally important is having a school where teachers and departmental leaders are passionate, knowledgeable and experts in the subjects they teach. At OPGS we have both. Our departments are well resourced and we are fortunate to have teachers who really are experts in their academic field. We look forward to seeing you on Saturday 4th October where you can see all we have to offer.
House Points
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Broughton
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The Mayor of Maidstone who signed Charles 1st death warrant.
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Fisher
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The Archbishop who led the Dedication Service at the official opening in 1959.
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Hazlitt
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The playwright, essayist & social commentator.
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Sadler
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An old boy who played football for Manchester United & England.
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Wilberforce
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A significant politician who was influential in abolishing the Slave Trade.
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