The Excellence Pathway

At Wrotham, we know that high performance doesn’t always look the same. We’ve never believed in so-called “grammar streams” as a gimmick. Instead, we invest in what works: quality teaching, deep subject knowledge, and recognising talent wherever it appears.

We’ve always believed that great teaching in a truly comprehensive setting is what helps students thrive.

That’s why, from 2026, we’re introducing the Excellence Pathway — a way to make sure our highest-performing students in each subject get the pace, challenge, and support they need to reach their full potential.

• In every subject, there will be a class of around 30 students following an accelerated pathway to stretch them further.

• Students will be selected by subject leaders based on performance — if they’re in the top 15% in that subject, they’ll be offered a place.

• It’s not one-size-fits-all: a student might be in the pathway for English, but not for Maths — it’s all about individual strengths.

• The content is the same, but it’s taught with greater depth and adjusted pace, helping students aim for the top grades at GCSE and A level.

• And importantly — it’s not fixed. Students can move in as they grow, and we’ll be keeping an eye on potential, not just early results.

We’re really proud to offer this opportunity — not as a headline or a hollow promise, but as a real, thoughtful way to support students who are ready for more, in the subjects they love most.

To find out more – book a place at our parents coffee morning to meet Mrs Abbott, Headteacher.