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Marlwood School

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Marlwood School

Vattingstone Lane, Alveston, Bristol, BS35 3LA

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Pupils
566
Ages
11-18
FSM
17.3%
Attainment 8
43.2
Ofsted
Good
Nov 2023

Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

GCSE Results (Secondary)

Key performance measures— 2024/25

Attainment 8
43.2
Progress 8?
N/A
9-7 Grades
19.0%
Basics 9-5
39.4%

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
54.1%
EBacc APS
4.03
EBacc 9-5
17.4%
EBacc 9-4
31.2%
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About Marlwood School

Marlwood School is a secondary school in Bristol, South Gloucestershire. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2023 inspection). Latest published results: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 43.2. The school has around 566 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

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Location: Vattingstone Lane, Bristol, BS35 3LA | More schools in South Gloucestershire

Ofsted inspection history

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

  1. Nov 2023 — Good
  2. Dec 2019 — Requires improvement
  3. May 2017 — Inadequate

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Frequently asked questions about Marlwood School

What is Marlwood School's Ofsted rating?
Marlwood School received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2023 inspection.
What are Marlwood School's latest exam results?
Marlwood School: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 43.2. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.
Where is Marlwood School located?
Marlwood School is a secondary school in Bristol, South Gloucestershire (BS35 3LA).
How many pupils attend Marlwood School?
Marlwood School has around 566 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.
How can I compare Marlwood School with other schools?
View Marlwood 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 South Gloucestershire.