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The Trafalgar School at Downton

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The Trafalgar School at Downton

Breamore Road, Downton, Salisbury, SP5 3HN

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Pupils
794
Ages
11-16
FSM
13.4%
Attainment 8
44.2
Ofsted
Good
Jul 2023

Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

GCSE Results (Secondary)

Key performance measures— 2024/25

Attainment 8
44.2
Progress 8?
N/A
9-7 Grades
14.4%
Basics 9-5
44.3%

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
23.5%
EBacc APS
3.80
EBacc 9-5
10.7%
EBacc 9-4
15.4%
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About The Trafalgar School at Downton

The Trafalgar School at Downton is a secondary school in Salisbury, Wiltshire. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2023 inspection). Latest published results: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 44.2. The school has around 794 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

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Location: Breamore Road, Salisbury, SP5 3HN | More schools in Wiltshire

Ofsted inspection history

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

  1. Jul 2023 — Good
  2. Mar 2020 — School remains Good (Concerns) - S5 Next
  3. Mar 2014 — Good (predecessor: The Trafalgar School at Downton)

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Frequently asked questions about The Trafalgar School at Downton

What is The Trafalgar School at Downton's Ofsted rating?
The Trafalgar School at Downton received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2023 inspection.
What are The Trafalgar School at Downton's latest exam results?
The Trafalgar School at Downton: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 44.2. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.
Where is The Trafalgar School at Downton located?
The Trafalgar School at Downton is a secondary school in Salisbury, Wiltshire (SP5 3HN).
How many pupils attend The Trafalgar School at Downton?
The Trafalgar School at Downton has around 794 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.
How can I compare The Trafalgar School at Downton with other schools?
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