
Sir Joseph Williamson's Mathematical School, often referred to as 'the Math', is a distinguished boys’ grammar school located in Rochester, Kent. With a student body of approximately 1,450, the school admits girls in the Sixth Form, reflecting its inclusive and progressive approach. As a National Support School and a lead in the Thames Gateway Teaching School Hub, the school plays a pivotal role in education locally and nationally. The school became an Academy in April 2011 and is part of the Leigh Academies Trust since January 2019. Rated 'Outstanding' by Ofsted since 2005, the school consistently delivers exceptional academic results, with a 2022 Progress 8 score exceeding 0.8. It is renowned for its focus on mathematics and sciences, supported by its role as the lead school in the Kent and Medway Maths Hub.
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Compiled from official UK government data (GIAS), Ofsted inspection records, and information from the school's own website. Sections marked "AI summary" were written by AI (OpenAI GPT-4o) from these sources and are not individually checked by a person. Last verified 30 April 2026. Spot an error? Let us know.
1 published inspection on file since November 2019.
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