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Lift New Forest

Long Lane, Holbury, Southampton, SO45 2PA

A Good-rated secondary school in Southampton.

Academy sponsor led
Pupils
548
Ages
11-18
FSM
43.4%
Attainment 8
38.4
Ofsted
Good
Sept 2023

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Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

GCSE Results (Secondary)

Key performance measures— 2024/25

Attainment 8
38.4
Progress 8?
N/A
9-7 Grades
15.2%
Basics 9-5
37.2%

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
20.7%
EBacc APS
3.25
EBacc 9-5
8.3%
EBacc 9-4
14.9%
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About Lift New Forest

Lift New Forest is a secondary school in Southampton, Hampshire. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2023 inspection). Latest published results: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 38.4. The school has around 548 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

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Location: Long Lane, Southampton, SO45 2PA | More schools in Hampshire

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for Lift New Forest, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

  1. Sept 2023 — Good
  2. Feb 2018 — Good

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

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Frequently asked questions about Lift New Forest

What is Lift New Forest's Ofsted rating?
Lift New Forest received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2023 inspection.
What are Lift New Forest's latest exam results?
Lift New Forest: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 38.4. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.
Where is Lift New Forest located?
Lift New Forest is a secondary school in Southampton, Hampshire (SO45 2PA).
How many pupils attend Lift New Forest?
Lift New Forest has around 548 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.
How can I compare Lift New Forest with other schools?
View Lift New Forest'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.