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Elstree Screen Arts Academy

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Elstree Screen Arts Academy

Studio Way, Elstree, Borehamwood, WD6 5NN

University technical college · Ages 14–19 · Non-selective · Mixed

Ofsted
Outstanding
Jan 2025

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

Academic picture

39.0school · 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
39.0
Progress 8?
N/A
9-7 Grades
16.1%
Basics 9-5
31.7%

Exam attainment

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

School · 2024/25

39.0

National · same year

46.0

SchoolNational reference
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Attainment 8 values by academic year
YearSchoolNational
2022/2337.146.4
2023/2436.646.4
2024/2539.046.0

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

SchoolNational reference
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Progress 8 values by academic year
YearSchoolNational
2022/23-0.680.00
2023/24-0.790.00
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 from 2023/24; no grade breakdown for 2022/23

EBacc Measures

EBacc Entry
0.0%
EBacc APS
2.68
EBacc 9-5
0.0%
EBacc 9-4
0.0%
How to read Progress 8 vs Attainment 8Two numbers, two different stories. The 6-min explainer for parents.

A-Level Results (Post-16)

Key A-Level performance measures— 2024/25

APS per Entry
31.13
A*-A Grades
6.1%
A*-B Grades
41.8%
AAB+ %
0.0%

APS per Entry

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Grade Distribution (%)

A*-A% / A*-B% available from 2023/24; no grade breakdown for 2022/23

Based on 160 students entered

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About Elstree Screen Arts Academy

Elstree Screen Arts Academy is a secondary school in Borehamwood, Hertfordshire. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Outstanding (2025 inspection). According to the latest Ofsted Parent View survey (Sept 2025, 100 responses), 98% of parents would recommend this school. Latest published results: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 39.0. The school has around 498 pupils on roll. Compare the available school details with nearby alternatives to help build your shortlist.

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Location: Studio Way, Borehamwood, WD6 5NN | More schools in Hertfordshire

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for Elstree Screen Arts Academy, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

  1. Jan 2025 — Outstanding
  2. Sept 2019 — Good
  3. May 2017 — Requires improvement

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

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Frequently asked questions about Elstree Screen Arts Academy

What is Elstree Screen Arts Academy's Ofsted rating?
Elstree Screen Arts Academy received a Outstanding rating from Ofsted following its 2025 inspection.
What do parents say about Elstree Screen Arts Academy?
Ofsted Parent View (Sept 2025, 100 responses): 98% of parents would recommend Elstree Screen Arts Academy.
What are Elstree Screen Arts Academy's latest exam results?
Elstree Screen Arts Academy: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 39.0. Check the source and academic year shown with each result.
Where is Elstree Screen Arts Academy located?
Elstree Screen Arts Academy is a secondary school in Borehamwood, Hertfordshire (WD6 5NN).
How many pupils attend Elstree Screen Arts Academy?
Elstree Screen Arts Academy has around 498 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.
How can I compare Elstree Screen Arts Academy with other schools?
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