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The Cavendish High Academy

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The Cavendish High Academy

Lincoln Close, Runcorn, WA7 4YX

Academy special converter · Ages 11–19 · Mixed

Ofsted
Outstanding
Jun 2023

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Exam Results

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GCSE Results (Secondary)

Key performance measures— 2024/25

Attainment 8
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Progress 8?
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9-7 Grades
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Basics 9-5
N/A

Exam attainment

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

School · 2024/25

Not available

National · same year

46.0

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Attainment 8 values by academic year
YearSchoolNational
2023/24Not available46.4
2024/25Not available46.0

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

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Progress 8 values by academic year
YearSchoolNational
2023/24Not available0.00
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

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DfE school-level GCSE grade distribution is available from 2023/24 onwards; no data for earlier years

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Nearby secondary schools

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The Heath School
0.76 km away · Academy converter
Good
Blessed Carlo Acutis Catholic and Church of England Academy
0.99 km away · Academy sponsor led
Inadequate
The Grange School
1.8 km away · Academy sponsor led
Good
Rivacre Brook
2.28 km away · Other independent special school

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About The Cavendish High Academy

The Cavendish High Academy is a secondary school in Runcorn, Halton. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Outstanding (2023 inspection). The school has around 107 pupils on roll. Compare the available school details with nearby alternatives to help build your shortlist.

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Location: Lincoln Close, Runcorn, WA7 4YX | More schools in Halton

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for The Cavendish High Academy, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

  1. Jun 2023 — School remains Outstanding
  2. Feb 2011 — Outstanding (predecessor: Cavendish High School)

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

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Frequently asked questions about The Cavendish High Academy

What is The Cavendish High Academy's Ofsted rating?
The Cavendish High Academy received a Outstanding rating from Ofsted following its 2023 inspection.
Where is The Cavendish High Academy located?
The Cavendish High Academy is a secondary school in Runcorn, Halton (WA7 4YX).
How many pupils attend The Cavendish High Academy?
The Cavendish High Academy has around 107 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.
How can I compare The Cavendish High Academy with other schools?
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