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The Costello School

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The Costello School

Crossborough Hill, London Road, Basingstoke, RG21 4AL

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Pupils
1,222
Ages
11-16
FSM
16.2%
Attainment 8
47.1
Ofsted
Good
Nov 2021

Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

GCSE Results (Secondary)

Key performance measures— 2024/25

Attainment 8
47.1
Progress 8?
N/A
9-7 Grades
23.3%
Basics 9-5
49.4%

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
80.5%
EBacc APS
4.47
EBacc 9-5
30.3%
EBacc 9-4
42.6%
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About The Costello School

The Costello School is a secondary school in Basingstoke, Hampshire. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2021 inspection). Latest published results: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 47.1. The school has around 1,222 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

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Location: Crossborough Hill, Basingstoke, RG21 4AL | More schools in Hampshire

Ofsted inspection history

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

  1. Nov 2021 — Good
  2. Mar 2018 — Requires improvement

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Frequently asked questions about The Costello School

What is The Costello School's Ofsted rating?
The Costello School received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2021 inspection.
What are The Costello School's latest exam results?
The Costello School: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 47.1. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.
Where is The Costello School located?
The Costello School is a secondary school in Basingstoke, Hampshire (RG21 4AL).
How many pupils attend The Costello School?
The Costello School has around 1,222 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.
How can I compare The Costello School with other schools?
View The Costello School's full profile on FavSchools for multi-year results and Ofsted history, then use the comparison tool or interactive map to explore nearby alternatives in Hampshire.