About Us

Our Vision and Values

At Wilmington Grammar School for Girls, our community is at the forefront of our values. Through an inclusive curriculum and a diverse enrichment programme, we encourage all of our students and staff to embrace challenges and opportunities for growth. Celebration of this growth is key and as a school we recognise the impact this has on the development of our students.
We encourage students to leave WGSG with our ‘REACH’ values instilled in their minds to guide their moral compass. These are:

Respect and Resilience
Equality
Achievement
Community
Honesty and Integrity

Our motto, ‘In Pursuit of Excellence’ is embedded in all we do and provides a cornerstone for our community to strive to achieve together. This transpires not only in academic excellence, but also with a desire to nurture our students to secure successful futures in whatever journey they wish to follow. Our students are challenged to think as future leaders in an ever evolving society and develop the skills and knowledge to be able to apply to future real world situations to which we have not yet experienced.

The Headteacher’s introduction to our school

We are delighted to share the below film which provides an insight into our visions and values in action!

To view a copy of our prospectus please click the image below:

Our Year 10 GCSE Options Curriculum Booklet can be viewed by clicking the image below:

Our WG6 Curriculum booklet can be viewed by clicking the image below:

History

The site occupied by Wilmington Grammar School for Girls is rich in history and one of the special features of this school is the array of quirky buildings and mixture of old and new. The School is situated on both sides of Parsons Lane. Wilmington Grange is a beautiful old building, in which administrative offices and classrooms are currently located. In 1754 it was called The Orchard, was later mapped as the site of Wilmington Workhouse in the early 1800’s but was purchased by Kent County Council in 1954, before becoming a school for Girls which opened its doors in 1962. Behind The Grange is a more modern building, which has grown in size over the years and is still undergoing significant growth to provide room to educate the ever increasing number of students wishing to attend the school.

On the opposite side of Common Lane is Wilmington Manor. This building first received a mention in the 12th Century and was later part of the manorial property of Richard Neville, Earl of Warwick. Past newspaper accounts have also associated it with Dick Turpin. We are very lucky to have such a historically interesting building as part of our school premises.

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Governance

Endeavour MAT
Wilmington Grammar School for Girls is part of Endeavour MAT, which has its own website to explain the overall strategic Trust structure. At local level however, each school has its own Local Governing Body (LGB).

A message from Joy Price, Chair of Local Governing Body:

It is both a responsibility and a privilege to be Chair of Governors at WGSG. WGSG is a school with an excellent record of exceptional academic progress. Staff, students, parents, and governors work together in different ways to ensure that every student is given the opportunity to achieve the highest standards possible, both educationally and in terms of personal development during their time at the school.
Within the Endeavour Trust, the role of our local governing body is strategic, to oversee the direction and policies of the school, to monitor its standards and be responsible to the Trust Board for its conduct and performance. We also support the work of our excellent Headteacher and her senior leadership team, who are responsible for the day-to-day running of the school.

Our Governors have different backgrounds, providing different perspectives, but having a common interest in helping WGSG build on its strengths. We learn more about our school through staff briefings and visits and conversations with staff, students, and parents. All the Governors have a deep commitment to the continued success of the school, ensuring that our students achieve their full potential, within a caring, harmonious, and supportive environment.

Joy Price, Chair of Local Governing Body

To contact Joy Price, please email enquiries@wgsg.co.uk marking your message for her attention.
Being a governor is an important role; training is provided. If you are interested in learning more, please contact the Clerk to the Governors via the school office on the above email address.

	Governing Body	Term of Office	Appointed By
Joy Price (Chair)	Joy has been a Governor for the last 14 years at WGSG and previously for 8 years at her daughters’ primary school as a parent governor. Joy has two daughters who both attended WGSG. She was a staff governor at WGSG for many years and is now a community governor. Joy worked in the Education Sector for 25 years both in primary and secondary and prior to this, worked for 15 years in IT as project manager and systems designer of finance and information management systems. Having retired in December 2023, Joy now spends one day a week as a volunteer at Crisis Skylight London as well as enjoying travelling to new places. Joy is the governor with responsibility for safeguarding and works closely with the Headteacher and senior leadership team.	18.09.19-17.09.28	Trust
John Webster (Vice Chair)	John is married to Jenny, with three grown-up daughters, two of whom are currently living in Botswana. John is now retired from 12 years as a Civil Servant making competition work in the CMA after 25 years in banking, working on the dark side! Initially an economist, he moved to financial analysis as a management accountant. In his retired life, John remains the under-gardener at home. He is active as a Licenced Lay Minister (formally a Reader) in the Church of England and volunteer for Prison Fellowship, facilitating on a course focussed on restorative justice at HMP Rochester. John had been looking for the right role as a school governor and hopes to add value to Wilmington Girls Grammar School.	11.03.20 -10.03.29	Trust
Dave Fuller	Mr Dave Fuller joined Wilmington Grammar School for Girls in September 2022 as Deputy Headteacher. He was appointed as Headteacher in September 2025. Prior to this, he worked in a variety of Senior Leadership positions across Kent and was part of the team involved in the opening of a new Free School in Maidstone. Mr Fuller has experience in leading whole school change and leading staff and students in a variety of settings. He is passionate about a school being a family, with students within this community being supported to achieve excellence in academic outcomes, with personal development opportunities that allow them to grow into the leaders of the future. As a Teacher of Computer Science, Mr Fuller is keen to equip students with a wealth of problem solving and digital literacy skills to prepare them for the rapidly evolving digital age. At weekends and school holidays, you will find Mr Fuller ‘switching off’ by exploring the world with his young family in tow.	N/A	Ex-Officio
Laura Iles	Laura has worked as a teacher at WGSG since 2016. She is currently Head of Physical Education and PSHE. She is mum to two boys who keep her busy in her spare time. Laura was elected as staff governor in February 2021 and is keen to support the school in providing all students with the best possible education whilst ensuring each individual reaches their true potential.	25.02.21-24.02.27	Staff
Manjit Gill	Manjit joined the Local Governing Body as Parent Govenor in November 2022 and in November 2024 she was appointed as Community Governor. After graduating with a Business Studies degree, she then acquired a wealth of experience in management, sales and marketing in the Conference & Exhibition sector. Her career has allowed her to travel the world which has broadened her outlook and enhanced her professional ability across commerce. Manjit is a good empathetic communicator being able to understand and bring forward multiple ideas to help achieve a wider goal for the partners she has worked with. Manjit has a dedicated interest in her role a Community Govenor, she hopes her skills and experience will enable her to contribute new ideas towards the WGSG vision to improve the outcomes of the students, staff and overall management of WGSG.	08.11.22-28.11.27	Trust
Gurpreet Singh Jandu	Gurpreet joined the Governing Body on 18 December 2023. Having studied for a BSc in Biology, and then a Master's degree in Applied Biology (Infectious Diseases and Virology), Gurpreet has been working in the MedTech sector in various commercial divisions, primarily as a Medical Affairs or Clinical Affairs specialist. He also studied further for a Graduate Diploma in Law and has completed in-house work-related courses during his employment. As a keen athlete and UKA official, as well as having an overall interest in sports for children and adults alike, Gurpreet is involved with a local athletics club and assists with the running of various league and club events. In 2023 he completed both the National 3 Peaks challenge and the Yorkshire 3 Peaks challenge in under 24h and 12h respectively (the target times for both challenges), whilst raising money for Make-A-Wish. Approachable, committed, and not afraid to ask questions, Gurpreet has a daughter at WGSG and so is keen to bring some of his experience and skills to the Governing Body in order to achieve the best outcomes for the students, staff, and school.	18.12.23-17.12.26	Parents
Sarah Tattam	Sarah joined the Governing Body as a Community Governor in November 2024 and has worked in Higher Education since 2004 across various elements of the sector including marketing, safeguarding and student leadership. As an advocate for student voice, personal development and gender equity Sarah champions raising awareness of opportunity, elevating individuals and the value of compassionate communication. Sarah has two young children, enjoys new adventures and is training in Karate.	29.11.24-28.11.27	Trust
Ragnhild Nisi	Ragnhild joined the Governing Body as a Staff Governor in February 2026	11.02.26-10.02.29	Staff

Historic Members	Stepped Down
Neil Benson	19.02.20
Michael Isola	01.07.20
Stephen Thomas	01.07.20
Michele Dooley	18.11.20
Diane Connell	31.08.21
Chetan Kotecha	12.07.22
Laura Wakeling	02.03.23
Bridget Ampofo	18.05.23
Laura Wakeling	31.07.23
Catherine Goodhind	10.11.23
Shola Ojo	31.08.24
Nishita Rana	17.01.25
Michelle Lawson	31.08.25
Hannah Benson	27.01.26

Governor	Responsibility
Joy Price & Manjit Gill	Safeguarding
John Webster, Laura Iles & Manjit Gill	Education / SEND / Pupil Premium
Laura Iles, Sarah Tattam & Gurpreet Jandu	Sixth Form
John Webster	Health and Safety
John Webster, Joy Price & Gurpreet Jandu	Finance
John Webster, Joy Price, Sarah Tattam & Manjit Gill	Leadership, Management and Coaching
John Webster, Gurpreet Jandu & Sarah Tattam	CPD and Development

Staff Organisation Chart

Senior Leadership Team
Mr C Guthrie	CEO - Endeavour MAT
Mrs M Lawson	Deputy CEO
Mr D Fuller	Headteacher
Mrs M Dhaliwal	Deputy Headteacher
Mrs S Munden	Assistant Headteacher – Behaviour & Safeguarding, DSL
Mr R Atkins	Assistant Headteacher, Head of WG6
Mrs Laura Iles	Assistant Headteacher - Teaching and Learning
Mrs S Sommerville	Assistant Headteacher - Personal Development & Inclusion (senco)
Ms M Dooley	Associate Assistant Headteacher – Operations & Extra Curricular
Mr F Lennon	Associate Assistant Headteacher
Mrs A Brushett	School Business Manager

Art Department
Mrs J Cregan	Head of Art
Mrs E Sokolova	Teacher of Art

Business Studies/Economics Department
Mr J Colledge	Head of Business Studies/Economics
Mr I Gorea	Teacher of Business Studies/Economics
Mr A Ramic	Teacher of Business Studies

Computer Science Department
Mr C Green	Head of Computer Science
Mr T Slade	Teacher of Computer Science

Design Technology Department
Miss C Armstrong	Head of Technology
Mrs E Fuller	Teacher of Technology (Food & Nutrition)
Miss F Armellino	Teacher of Technology

English Department
Ms S Selby	Head of English
Mrs L Sloane	Teacher of English
Miss B Mead	Teacher of English
Miss S Thomas	Teacher of English
Miss H Osmond	Teacher of English
Miss H Anderson	Teacher of English

Geography Department
Mrs K Barclay	Head of Geography
Mr G Simmons	Teacher of Geography
Mrs L Drew	Teacher of Geography
Mrs C McDonnell	Teacher of Geography

History Department
Mr F Lennon	Head of History
Mr S Biggenden	Teacher of History & Head of Year 7 & 8
Miss J Slade	Teacher of History

Mathematics Department
Mr N Harrison	Head of Mathematics
Mrs L Atkins	KS5 Lead - Teacher of Mathematics
Mrs F Maycock	KS3 Lead - Teacher of Mathematics
Miss M Dooley	Teacher of Mathematics
Mrs L Anane	Teacher of Mathematics
Ms S Bocus	Teacher of Mathematics
Mrs K Soulika	Teacher of Mathematics
Dr P Suman	Teacher of Mathematics
Mrs M Hasa	Teacher of Mathematics

MFL Department
Mr J Dufton	Head of MFL
Mrs A Rubbera	Teacher of MFL
Mrs J Cai	Teacher of MFL - Mandarin
Mrs C Pickstone	Teacher of MFL
Miss E Serra	Teacher of MFL
Miss M Tavares	Teacher of MFL
Mrs E Bright	Teacher of MFL

Music Department
Mrs A Dent	Head of Music

Drama Department
Miss G Cullingham	Head of Drama

PE Department
Mrs L Iles	Head of Physical Education Department
Mrs G Selfe	Teacher of Physical Education & Head of Year 9
Mrs H Shooman-Taylor	Teacher of Physical Education
Miss G Cullingham	Teacher of Physical Education
Miss E Skrine	Teacher of Physical Education & Head of Year 11

Science Department
Mr Barnes	Head of Department
Dr R Nisi	Head of Physics
Ms W Aggrey	Head of Chemistry
Mr S Munden	Teacher of Science & Forensics
Miss W Alfah	Teacher of Science
Mrs M Benn	Teacher of Science
Mrs L Bryant	Teacher of Science
Mrs N Carwithen	Teacher of Science
Miss G Mbu	Teacher of Science
Dr K Newson	Teacher of Science
Dr G Novikova	Teacher of Science
Miss S Pinder	Teacher of Science

Religious Studies Department
Ms M Clark	Head of Religious Studies Department
Miss J Slade	Teacher of Religious Studies
Mrs K Oseni	Teacher of Religious Studies
Mr J Alexander	Teacher of Religious Studies

Social Science Department
Mr J Alexander	Teacher of Sociology and Law
Miss J Smith	Teacher of Psychology & Deputy Head of WG6
Mrs M Develeski	Teacher of Sociology & Deputy Head of WG6

Support Staff
Mrs L Cowey	Head Teacher's P.A. & Office Manager
Mrs J Bassett	Exams Officer & Admissions Officer
Mrs P Addanki	Attendance Officer
Mrs K Pirapakaran	Data & Cover Manager
Mrs K Russell	Exams & Data Assistant
Mrs B Lark	Receptionist (AM)
Miss S Mullins	Receptionist (PM)
Miss G Wellcoat	Marketing and Communications Officer
Mrs J Murray	Careers & Work Experience Officer
Ms E Booth	Librarian
Mrs C Pike	Safeguarding & Pupil Premium Manager
Mrs E Smith	Pastoral and Wellbeing Manager SEN
Miss A Hall	Pastoral and Wellbeing Manager SEN
Mrs R Martin	WG6 Administrator
Mrs L Hatton	Pastoral and Wellbeing Manager Year 7 & 8
Mrs K Akanmu	Pastoral and Wellbeing Manager Year 9
Ms H Gaines	Pastoral and Wellbeing Manager Year 10 & 11
Mrs S Wheatley	Student Support WG6 (WGSG site)
Mr C Willis	School IT Manager
Mr J Smith	IT Technician
Miss R Holden	Senior Science Technician
Mrs H Lloyd	Science Technician
Mrs E Hurtt	Science Technician
Mrs L Waite	Science Technician
Mrs J Diggins	Food Technician
Mrs S Daniels	Art & DT Technician
Mr R Bebe	Premises Manager
Mr R Booker	Assistant Premises Manager
Mr B Woodbridge	Assistant Premises Manager
Ms E Russell	Cover Supervisor
Mrs K Smith	Cover Supervisor

Our Senior Leadership Team

Meet our dedicated team of educators and administrators at Wilmington Grammar School for Girls. They are committed to nurturing our students’ minds and talents, providing a supportive and enriching learning environment.