SecondaryData as of May 2026

Upper Wharfedale School

Wharfeside Avenue, Threshfield, Skipton, BD23 5BS

A Outstanding-rated secondary school in Skipton.

Community school

Pupils

363

Ages

11-16

FSM

13.5%

Attainment 8

48.3

Ofsted

Outstanding

Jun 2019

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Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

GCSE Results (Secondary)

Key performance measures— 2024/25

Attainment 8

48.3

Progress 8?

N/A

9-7 Grades

15.1%

Basics 9-5

61.0%

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

14.3%

EBacc APS

4.03

EBacc 9-5

7.8%

EBacc 9-4

10.4%

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What parents say and who teaches here

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About Upper Wharfedale School

Upper Wharfedale School is a secondary school in Skipton, North Yorkshire. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Outstanding (2019 inspection). According to the latest Ofsted Parent View survey (Sept 2025, 87 responses), 92% of parents would recommend this school. Latest published results: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 48.3. The school has around 363 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

Location: Wharfeside Avenue, Skipton, BD23 5BS | More schools in North Yorkshire

Ofsted inspection history

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

Dec 2024 — Standards maintained
Jun 2019 — Outstanding

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

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Frequently asked questions about Upper Wharfedale School

What is Upper Wharfedale School's Ofsted rating?

Upper Wharfedale School received a Outstanding rating from Ofsted following its 2019 inspection.

What do parents say about Upper Wharfedale School?

Ofsted Parent View (Sept 2025, 87 responses): 92% of parents would recommend Upper Wharfedale School.

What are Upper Wharfedale School's latest exam results?

Upper Wharfedale School: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 48.3. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.

Where is Upper Wharfedale School located?

Upper Wharfedale School is a secondary school in Skipton, North Yorkshire (BD23 5BS).

How many pupils attend Upper Wharfedale School?

Upper Wharfedale School has around 363 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

How can I compare Upper Wharfedale School with other schools?

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