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The Grange School

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The Grange School

Redvers Road, Christchurch, BH23 3AU

Academy sponsor led · Ages 11–19 · Non-selective · Mixed

Ofsted
Good
Nov 2021

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

Academic picture

36.2school · 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
36.2
Progress 8?
N/A
9-7 Grades
14.9%
Basics 9-5
32.9%

Exam attainment

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

School · 2024/25

36.2

National · same year

46.0

SchoolNational reference
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Attainment 8 values by academic year
YearSchoolNational
2022/2336.946.4
2023/2444.846.4
2024/2536.246.0

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
2022/23-0.300.00
2023/24+0.270.00
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
19.0%
EBacc APS
3.29
EBacc 9-5
11.4%
EBacc 9-4
16.5%
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
N/A
A*-A Grades
N/A
A*-B Grades
N/A
AAB+ %
N/A

APS per Entry

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Based on 20 students entered

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Nearby secondary schools

Closest alternatives within 15 km.

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1.63 km away · Other independent special school
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2.05 km away · Pupil referral unit
Good
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2.07 km away · Special post 16 institution
Twynham School
2.09 km away · Academy converter
Good
Highcliffe School
2.46 km away · Academy converter
Good

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About The Grange School

The Grange School is a secondary school in Christchurch, Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2021 inspection). Latest published results: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 36.2. The school has around 470 pupils on roll. Compare the available school details with nearby alternatives to help build your shortlist.

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Location: Redvers Road, Christchurch, BH23 3AU | More schools in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole

Ofsted inspection history

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

  1. Nov 2021 — Good
  2. Feb 2021 — Leaders and those responsible for governanc…
  3. Nov 2019 — Taking effective action towards the removal…
  4. Mar 2018 — Inadequate

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

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Frequently asked questions about The Grange School

What is The Grange School's Ofsted rating?
The Grange School received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2021 inspection.
What are The Grange School's latest exam results?
The Grange School: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 36.2. Check the source and academic year shown with each result.
Where is The Grange School located?
The Grange School is a secondary school in Christchurch, Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole (BH23 3AU).
How many pupils attend The Grange School?
The Grange School has around 470 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.
How can I compare The Grange School with other schools?
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