State School
Alfriston School - Boarding, Ofsted Report, Parent Reviews (2024)
Alfriston School
Work here? Update your school profile
Alfriston School
- Secondary
- Penn HP9 2TS
1 schools in compare list
Ofsted report
Notify us of new Ofsted report
| Effectiveness of leadership and management | Outstanding |
| The quality of education | Outstanding |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Outstanding |
| Personal development | Outstanding |
| Leadership and management | Outstanding |
| Outcomes for pupils | Outstanding |
| Overall effectiveness at previous inspection | Outstanding |
Quick insights from ofsted Powered by AI
This insight was generated by AI, based on latest Ofsted report.
Academic Progress: Excellent progress due to carefully designed curriculum
Behaviour and Attitudes: Exceptionally good behaviour; rapid progress in self-moderation
Qualifications and Training: High aspirations and close staff-pupil relationships
Current Educational Practices: Staff know pupils exceptionally well and provide appropriate challenge
Strengths and Challenges: Well-planned lessons and high ambitions for each pupil
Opportunities for Involvement: Parents overwhelmingly positive about the school’s impact
Communication: Parents appreciate communication on child’s well-being and progress
Parent Satisfaction: Parents find the school supportive and nurturing
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Leadership team resolves issues quickly and effectively
Actions for Quality Improvement: Leaders have a clear vision shared by the entire staff
Managing Bullying and Safety: No concerns about bullying; matters resolved quickly
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Effective safeguarding arrangements and detailed records
Extracurricular Offerings: Wide range of non-classroom activities, including forest school
Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars: Varied lessons that promote employability skills
Career Counselling Services: Extensive work experience programme with external links
Preparation for Sixth Form: Effective transition arrangements with high retention rates
Historical Ofsted reports
Contact
Suggest an edit
Alfriston School is a Secondary, Girls school located in Buckinghamshire County, South East.
It has 159 students from age 11-18 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 7 : 1.
This school rated Outstanding by recent Ofsted inspection.
Type of SEN provision
Distance calculator
Simply click on 'Detect My Location' to find out the distance from your current location to the school.
Alfriston School
Nearby Schools in Your Area
From the Alfriston School
Gallery
Compare with similar schools
| Phase of Education | Secondary | Secondary | Secondary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
| Snobe grade |
B+
|
B-
|
B-
|
| Ofset report | Outstanding | Good | Good |
| Age range | 11-18 | 11-18 | 11-18 |
| Gender | Girls | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 7.2 | - | 16 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | - | 98% | 30% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | - | 35.00% | - |
| Day Fees | - | - | - |
Secondary Exam Result
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | - | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | - | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | - | 39.38% | 29.96% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | - | 49.24% | 42.99% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | - | 27.45% | 25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | - | 17.43% | 10.88% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | - | 21.36% | 15.47% |
| EBacc average points score | - | 3.29 | 2.82 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school – whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | 96% | 93.49% | 90.52% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 25 | 138 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 96% | 89.41% | 84.15% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 32% | 19.37% | 32.75% |
| School sixth forms | 0% | 52.29% | 29.73% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 2.83% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 64% | 14.95% | 11.48% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 0% | 1.41% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 0% | 2.8% | 3.59% |
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | -1.98 | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 0.8 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 0% | 40.63% | 32.78% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 0% | 50.25% | 45.26% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 0% | 27.35% | 24.88% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 19.77% | 12.99% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 0% | 22.77% | 17.14% |
| EBacc average points score | - | 3.38 | 2.97 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school – whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | 96% | 91.48% | 90.39% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 24 | 135 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 96% | 89.28% | 86.27% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 8% | 20.03% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 0% | 54.28% | 30.75% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 2.58% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 88% | 12.58% | 11.13% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 0% | 1.13% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 0% | 1.18% | 2.15% |
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 Secondary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 Secondary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | -1.66 | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 2.8 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 0% | 41.61% | 29.24% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 0% | 52.44% | 43.34% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 0% | 31.39% | 25.76% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 20.28% | 11.44% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 0% | 25% | 16.45% |
| EBacc average points score | 0.1 | 3.49 | 2.88 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school – whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | 100% | 94.18% | 90.21% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 24 | 126 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 96% | 89.89% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 17% | 20.55% | 33.3% |
| School sixth forms | 0% | 51.37% | 31.15% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 2.82% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 79% | 15.16% | 11.19% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 0% | 2.55% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 4% | 1.76% | 2.76% |
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | -1.53 | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 1.4 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 0% | 44.06% | 29.18% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 0% | 54.9% | 42.58% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 0% | 27.65% | 24.69% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 18.92% | 11.29% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 0% | 23.41% | 15.97% |
| EBacc average points score | 0.08 | 3.53 | 2.84 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school – whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | 100% | 90.71% | 84.86% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 25 | 133 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 96% | 75.14% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 12% | 16.06% | 28.32% |
| School sixth forms | - | 53.31% | 31.51% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 2.54% | 9.07% |
| Other education destinations | 84% | 11.91% | 5.94% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 2.17% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 1.43% | 2.06% |
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | -1.71 | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 1.6 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 0% | 42.58% | 29.51% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 0% | 53.29% | 43.04% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 0% | 33.54% | 25.21% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 25.17% | 14.68% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 0% | 26.33% | 16.23% |
| EBacc average points score | - | - | - |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school – whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | 95% | 88.46% | 85.23% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 22 | 134 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 50.31% | 58.15% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 17.14% | 30.56% |
| School sixth forms | - | 54.43% | 32.11% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 1.09% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | 86% | 10.71% | 5.75% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 2.57% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 1.91% | 2.46% |
How Do We Calculate Rankings?
Our school rankings are meticulously determined through a rigorous process:
This meticulous process ensures our rankings provide accurate and meaningful insights for your school choices.
Admission
Holidays & terms
Holidays 2024/25
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 28th Oct 2024 - 1st Nov 2024 |
| Winter Holidays | 23rd Dec 2024 - 3rd Jan 2025 |
| Spring Half Term Holidays | 17th Feb 2025 - 21st Feb 2025 |
| Spring Holidays | 7th Apr 2025 - 21st Apr 2025 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 26th May 2025 - 30th May 2025 |
| Summer Holidays | 24th Jul 2025 - 29th Aug 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 4th Sep 2024 - 27th Oct 2024 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 2nd Nov 2024 - 22nd Dec 2024 |
| Spring Term | 4th Jan 2025 - 16th Feb 2025 |
| Spring Term-2 | 22nd Feb 2025 - 6th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Term | 22nd Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025 |
| Summer Term-2 | 31st May 2025 - 23rd Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
7 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Alfriston School
Local authority ratio 18 : 1
