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The King's School

The King's School, Harpenden
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The King's School

Elmfield, Ambrose Lane, Harpenden, AL5 4DU

An independent independent school in Harpenden.

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Christian
Pupils
176
Ages
4-16
Attainment 8
59.3

Inspected by ISI, not Ofsted

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Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

GCSE Results (Secondary)

Key performance measures— 2024/25

Attainment 8
59.3
Progress 8?
N/A
9-7 Grades
47.5%
Basics 9-5
78.3%

Trend — Attainment 8 & Progress 8

Progress 8 not available for 2024/25 — DfE cannot calculate it because COVID-19 cancelled this cohort's KS2 SATs (the baseline). Expected to return in 2026/27.

Grade Distribution (%)

9–7% / 9–5% / 9–4% available from 2023/24; no grade breakdown for 2022/23

EBacc Measures

EBacc Entry
21.7%
EBacc APS
5.25
EBacc 9-5
21.7%
EBacc 9-4
21.7%
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About The King's School

The King's School is a secondary school in Harpenden, Hertfordshire. Latest published results: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 59.3. The school has around 176 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

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Location: Elmfield, Harpenden, AL5 4DU | More schools in Hertfordshire

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Frequently asked questions about The King's School

What are The King's School's latest exam results?
The King's School: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 59.3. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.
Where is The King's School located?
The King's School is a secondary school in Harpenden, Hertfordshire (AL5 4DU).
How many pupils attend The King's School?
The King's School has around 176 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.
How can I compare The King's School with other schools?
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