"... 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
3 Feb
It was wonderful to see so many Year 9 students and their families this evening for our Options Event. This event was preceded by our Subject Electives Enrichment Day and will be followed by a Year 9 Consultation Evening. At OPGS, we do everything to ensure that students have high quality IAG and that they are making informed decisions about their futures.
2 Feb
Huge congratulations to Ben C for some outstanding performances in the Kent Swimming Championships. An impressive haul of 3 golds, 1 silver, 1 bronze and a finalists medal over the course of two weekends. Ben's performances in the pool place him as Number 1 in the British Isles for 100m Backstroke and Number 2 for the 50m Backstroke. Ben also secured 1st place in backstroke and freestyle in the Kent Schools' Individual Championships. Congratulations also to Janus R, George H, Olly H, Ben N, Noah T for their performances in the same competition with Seb C also winning bronze in the 100m backstroke. Well done boys!
30 Jan
Catch the Headteacher's Newsletter for the details on events in school this past fortnight. However, we are excited to share a few more bits and pieces... Well done to Rory C in Year 10 who was selected to play for Saracens Kent recently and to Thomas F in Year 13, who has published his first book this week. We are also keen to hear from people who might be interested in joining us as our new DT Technician - email office@opgs.org for details. We had a brilliant Enrichment Day this week and were thrilled that students have received offers to study at Oxford and Cambridge as well as Medicine at other prestigious institutions. What a week!
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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