"... 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
15 Sep
A stunning Autumn weekend for the Year 10 practice Duke of Edinburgh expedition. Over 90 students taking part this weekend. Let's hope the weather holds for the final, assessed expedition. Well done to all of the boys involved and of course OPGS staff who have given up their weekend to make it all possible.
6 Sep
The OPGS 11+ Open Day is on Saturday 5th October from 9am - 1pm (last tours at 12:15). Our brilliant students will be on hand for tours. Headteacher talks at 10am and 11am. We are also hosting a series of Open Mornings. Please see opgs.org for more details. Thank you in advance for sharing this information with anyone you think may be interested.
23 Aug
We are looking forward to welcoming back OPGS students on the 4th and 5th of September. To those who are new to the school, and are joining us in Year 7 and Year 12, we know that you will quickly feel part of OPGS community. Parents and carers should check emails next week for key communications from the school. We hope all members of the OPGS community enjoy the remainder of the Summer break.
22 Aug
Congratulations go to all of our Year 11 students who collected their GCSE results today. With so many outstanding performances at grade 8 and above it is difficult to select individual performances of note, however, congratulations to Joshua Bruce, Marcus Choi, Arthur Mak and Dominic Teodorescu who each gained a minimum of eight Grade 9 at GCSE. Our most able Mathematicians sit the FSMQ Advanced Maths qualification and they also celebrated a fantastic set of results with Joshua Bruce, Dominic Teodorescu, Ifan Bambury, Ryan Murphy, Nathan Peake, Oliver Bose, Arthur Mak, Mohammed Ahmed, Joshua Kwong, Marcus Choi, Oliver Burns, Ewan Tweddell, Sebastian Lane and Alexander Holmes all gaining an A grade, the highest grade which can be awarded. Over a fifth of all grades awarded were grade 8 or 9. The average grade was just below a 7. Headteacher Mr Moody commented 'I am delighted for our students. They, with the support of OPGS staff and of course parents and carers, have worked so hard to achieve these excellent results.'
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.
Upcoming Events
19September
Year 7, 10 & 12 School Photographs
0:00am – 11:55pm
25September
Mathematical Olympiad for Girls
0:00am – 11:55pm
27September
Duke of Edinburgh Assessed Weekend
0:00am – 11:55pm
27September
Macmillan Coffee Morning
9:30am – 11:00am
02October
Enrichment Day
0:00am – 11:55pm
05October
11+ Open Morning
9:00am – 1:00pm
07October
School Closed
0:00am – 11:55pm
08October
11+ Open Morning
9:00am – 11:00am
08October
School Ends 2.45pm
2:45pm – 3:00pm
09October
11+ Open Morning
9:00am – 11:00am
09October
Year 13 Consultation Evening
4:00pm – 7:00pm
11October
11+ Open Morning
9:00am – 11:00am
How To
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11+ Open Event
11+ Open Event Saturday 5th October 2024 – 09:00 13:00 (last tour 12:15).