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Mary Hare School

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Mary Hare School

Arlington Manor, Snelsmore Common, Newbury, RG14 3BQ

Non-maintained special school · Ages 4–19 · Mixed

Ofsted
Good
Jun 2016

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

Academic picture

31.3school · 46.0 national reference

Attainment 8 · 2024/25. Average GCSE points across eight subjects, not a percentage.

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

GCSE Results (Secondary)

Key performance measures— 2024/25

Attainment 8
31.3
Progress 8?
N/A
9-7 Grades
3.5%
Basics 9-5
18.5%

Exam attainment

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

School · 2024/25

31.3

National · same year

46.0

SchoolNational reference
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Attainment 8 values by academic year
YearSchoolNational
2023/2435.246.4
2024/2531.346.0

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

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Progress 8 values by academic year
YearSchoolNational
2023/24+0.520.00
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.

9–7% / 9–5% / 9–4% available for 2 years

EBacc Measures

EBacc Entry
14.8%
EBacc APS
2.48
EBacc 9-5
3.7%
EBacc 9-4
11.1%
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Location & Area

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Nearby secondary schools

Closest alternatives within 15 km.

The Castle School
2.32 km away · Community special school
Outstanding
Trinity School
2.77 km away · Academy converter
Good
iCollege Alternative Provision
3.22 km away · Pupil referral unit
Good
Priors Court School
3.32 km away · Other independent special school
Downe House
3.84 km away · Other independent school

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About Mary Hare School

Mary Hare School is a secondary school in Newbury, West Berkshire. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2016 inspection). According to the latest Ofsted Parent View survey (Sept 2025, 71 responses), 93% of parents would recommend this school. Latest published results: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 31.3. The school has around 159 pupils on roll. Compare the available school details with nearby alternatives to help build your shortlist.

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Location: Arlington Manor, Newbury, RG14 3BQ | More schools in West Berkshire

Ofsted inspection history

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

  1. May 2025 — Standards maintained
  2. Feb 2020 — School remains Good
  3. Jun 2016 — Good

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

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Frequently asked questions about Mary Hare School

What is Mary Hare School's Ofsted rating?
Mary Hare School received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2016 inspection.
What do parents say about Mary Hare School?
Ofsted Parent View (Sept 2025, 71 responses): 93% of parents would recommend Mary Hare School.
What are Mary Hare School's latest exam results?
Mary Hare School: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 31.3. Check the source and academic year shown with each result.
Where is Mary Hare School located?
Mary Hare School is a secondary school in Newbury, West Berkshire (RG14 3BQ).
How many pupils attend Mary Hare School?
Mary Hare School has around 159 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.
How can I compare Mary Hare School with other schools?
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