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Ravenshall School

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Ravenshall School

Ravensthorpe Road, Thornhill Lees, Dewsbury, WF12 9EE

Community special school · Ages 5–19 · Mixed

Ofsted
Outstanding
Feb 2019

Historical inspection outcome; read the latest report for the full findings.

Academic picture

0% of pupils met the expected standard in reading, writing and maths (KS2, 2024/25).

Why is Progress 8 unavailable?

Progress 8 is unavailable nationally for this year because the cohort's KS2 baseline tests were cancelled. This is not a negative judgement on the school.

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Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading
0.0%
Writing
0.0%
Maths
0.0%
RWM Combined
0.0%

Trend — Expected Standard % & Higher Standard %

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GCSE Results (Secondary)

Key performance measures— 2024/25

Attainment 8
N/A
Progress 8?
N/A
9-7 Grades
N/A
Basics 9-5
N/A

Exam attainment

Attainment 8 · GCSE points across eight subjects, not a percentage or a measure of progress.

School · 2024/25

Not available

National · same year

46.0

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Attainment 8 values by academic year
YearSchoolNational
2023/24Not available46.4
2024/25Not available46.0

Learning progress

Progress 8 · Progress compared with pupils who had similar prior attainment. Zero is the national progress baseline.

School · 2024/25

Not available

National · same year

Not available

SchoolNational reference
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Progress 8 values by academic year
YearSchoolNational
2023/24Not available0.00
2024/25Not availableNot available

Progress 8 is unavailable for 2024/25 because the cohort's KS2 baseline tests were cancelled nationally. Missing values are not zero.

Grades at or above each threshold

These percentages overlap: grades 9–7 are also included in 9–5 and 9–4. Do not add the lines together.

DfE school-level GCSE grade distribution is available from 2023/24 onwards; no data for earlier years

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Location & Area

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Nearby secondary schools

Closest alternatives within 15 km.

Rida Boys High School
0.44 km away · Other independent school
Rida Girls High School
1.65 km away · Other independent school
Madni Academy
1.82 km away · Other independent school
Westborough High School
2.19 km away · Foundation school
Good
St John Fisher Catholic Voluntary Academy
2.29 km away · Academy converter
Inadequate

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About Ravenshall School

Ravenshall School is a secondary school in Dewsbury, Kirklees. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Outstanding (2019 inspection). According to the latest Ofsted Parent View survey (Sept 2025, 11 responses), 100% of parents would recommend this school. Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 0% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 200 pupils on roll. Compare the available school details with nearby alternatives to help build your shortlist.

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Location: Ravensthorpe Road, Dewsbury, WF12 9EE | More schools in Kirklees

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for Ravenshall School, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

  1. Nov 2024 — Standards maintained
  2. Feb 2019 — Outstanding

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

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Frequently asked questions about Ravenshall School

What is Ravenshall School's Ofsted rating?
Ravenshall School received a Outstanding rating from Ofsted following its 2019 inspection.
What do parents say about Ravenshall School?
Ofsted Parent View (Sept 2025, 11 responses): 100% of parents would recommend Ravenshall School.
What are Ravenshall School's latest exam results?
Ravenshall School: KS2 2024/25: 0% met expected standard in RWM. Check the source and academic year shown with each result.
Where is Ravenshall School located?
Ravenshall School is a secondary school in Dewsbury, Kirklees (WF12 9EE).
How many pupils attend Ravenshall School?
Ravenshall School has around 200 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.
How can I compare Ravenshall School with other schools?
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